He worked for a time as a truck driver, then operated a number of bars throughout Philadelphia. His "happy-go-lucky personality" endeared him to his customers and everyone he met, his family said. Cleve was an outstanding cook and, in addition to music, he lent his culinary skills to his Cleve's Bar and Grill, at 63rd Street and Lancaster Avenue. He hosted many parties and special events.
He was a family man who took pride in the accomplishments of his children. He recently celebrated a grandson's christening. Cleve is survived by a son, Eric Gleason; three daughters, Kim Carter, Tamara Powell Jackson and Inde Harrison; a brother, Walter, and a sister, Lena Mae Mitchell. He was predeceased by another brother, Gene Powell.
Cause of death: Shot to death
He worked for a time as a truck driver, then operated a number of bars throughout Philadelphia. His "happy-go-lucky personality" endeared him to his customers and everyone he met, his family said. Cleve was an outstanding cook and, in addition to music, he lent his culinary skills to his Cleve's Bar and Grill, at 63rd Street and Lancaster Avenue. He hosted many parties and special events.
He was a family man who took pride in the accomplishments of his children. He recently celebrated a grandson's christening. Cleve is survived by a son, Eric Gleason; three daughters, Kim Carter, Tamara Powell Jackson and Inde Harrison; a brother, Walter, and a sister, Lena Mae Mitchell. He was predeceased by another brother, Gene Powell.
Cause of death: Shot to death
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