Bertyce Cleveland

Bertyce Ivy Cleveland, 87, of Wadsworth, IL, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2026.

Bertyce was born on August 9, 1939 in Tishomingo County, Mississippi. She married Doyle Cleveland on August 31, 1957. She was a devoted member of Meadowridge Baptist Church in Zion and worked for American Hospital Supply and Baxter. Bertyce served faithfully in her church throughout her life. She loved having her family together and selflessly devoted herself to her grandchildren as they grew up. She was a fantastic cook and loved hosting family and friends. Bertyce served God alongside her husband, generously and without complaint, in whatever way he asked.

Bertyce is survived by her children, Phyllis (Brad) Durston, Steve (Denise) Cleveland; and Lisa (Mark) Yarbrough; daughter-in-law, Charlotte Cleveland; grandchildren; Katie (Eric), Jackson (Kylie) Matthew (Loryn), Emily, Olivia (Nathan), Drake (Jaden), Alana, Elyssa (Cade), Leah, Austin (Alex), Hannah (Pedro); 14 (soon to be 17) great-grandchildren; sister, Jane Ivy Shaw; brother-in-law, James; and many beloved nephews, nieces, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Doyle Cleveland; son, Jeffrey Cleveland; parents, Austin and Erma Ivy; brothers, Larry and Ellis Ivy; and sisters, Marie Harwood and Betty Johnson.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 3:00 until 4:00 p.m. at the Meadowridge Baptist Church, 4500 IL-173, Zion, IL. Funeral service will follow at 4:00 p.m. Interment will be private for the family at a later date.

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