Kenneth "Kenny" Wayne McCleave unexpectedly died in Lakeland Regional Hospital on November 5, 2024, in Lakeland, Florida at the age of 72.

Kenneth is survived by his children Kristal McCleave-Beckum of Tampa, Florida; his grandchildren Rysse McCleave, KC Beckum, Raia Beckum; Lucy McCleave-Santangelo of Plant City, Florida; his grandchildren Kyle Santangelo, Luke Santangelo; Samantha Preslar of Ruskin, Florida, spouse Christopher Preslar; his grandchildren Jack Preslar, Autry Preslar, Amity Preslar; Jesse McCleave of Gibsonton, Florida, spouse Sarah McCleave; Colton McCleave of Valrico, Florida, spouse Emily McCleave; Chase McCleave of Tampa, Florida; sister Connie McCleave-Lathrop, spouse Glenn Lathrop; sister Cheryl Judd.

He is preceded in death by parents Edward McCleave and Vivian McCleave; spouse Marilyn McCleave; sister Beverly McCleave.

Kenneth was born on October, 28, 1952 in Hillsboro, Kansas to Edward and Vivian McCleave. He started working at East side Honda and Kawasaki in Wichita, KS as a mechanic and always had a passion for motorcycles. Later, he then married Marilyn in 1976, while living in TN. Several years later they moved to Tampa and he was the manager at Motorcycle Stuff. Over a period of time, the couple welcomed 6 children. He was an entrepreneur and had several different businesses that included motorcycles, boats, jet skis, printing business, and fiberglass. He was very talented and could fix anything and volunteered to help everyone. His passion for racing motorcycles and cars is what he loved. He won state motor cross racing in the 1970's-1990's. He worked hard all of his life and was a beloved father, grandfather, spouse, sibling, and friend.

Today, we gather not only in sorrow, but in gratitude for the beautiful soul that was Kenny. He may no longer be with us in body, but the impact of his kindness and the memories of his love will forever live on in our hearts. May we all carry forward the grace and compassion he shared with us, finding peace in knowing that he is now at rest.

A graveside service is scheduled for Friday, December 13, 2024 at 11 A.M. at Serenity Meadows Memorial Park, 6919 Providence Rd., Riverview, FL 33578. Terry Tyree will lead the announcement of service on behalf of the family. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Kenny's life. The family would like to thank all family members and friends for their effort and dedication.