RHONDA JEAN CLEVELAND
Posted: October 9th, 2026
RHONDA JEAN CLEVELAND
October 13, 1961 – September 28, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rhonda Jean Cleveland, on September 28, 2026, at the age of 64.
Rhonda was the first-born daughter of Doug and Doreen Cleveland. Born and raised in Swift Current, SK, she grew up attending Dixon School, Elmwood School, and Beattie Collegiate.
In 1980, Rhonda moved to Medicine Hat, where she began a new chapter of her life and raised her two sons, Curtis and Brett. She spent many years working at IGA before pursuing her education as an Educational Assistant. She went on to work at Webster Niblock School and later at Redi Enterprises Society.
In 2010, Rhonda moved to British Columbia to be with her longtime love, Brian Hodgson, with whom she shared many cherished years.
If you knew Rhonda, you knew there was no such thing as a quick conversation. She was a spitfire, with a personality that could fill a room. She loved to talk, loved to laugh, and could strike up a conversation with just about anyone.
Rhonda was also a woman of strong faith. She carried that faith throughout her life and found comfort and strength in her relationship with God.
Her boys, Curtis and Brett, were at the heart of her world. And when her grandchildren came along, they quickly became another source of love and pride. Ebbet, Magdalena, and Cooper brought so much joy to her life.
Rhonda was predeceased by her beloved sister, Jaqueline Gaetz (Cleveland).
She leaves behind her parents, Doug and Doreen Cleveland; her sons, Curtis Cleveland (Janine) and Brett Cleveland (Kaleigh); her cherished grandchildren, Ebbet, Magdalena, and Cooper; her longtime partner, Brian Hodgson; her niece, Brittany Barker (Keagan); and her nephew, Anthony Gaetz-Carlson (Devon), her aunt Dianne Braun (Dennis), as well as extended family and friends whose lives she touched along the way.
Rhonda will be remembered for her big heart, her love for her family, her strong faith, and her gift of gab. Rhonda’s immediate family will gather together in her memory at a private service in Medicine Hat, Alberta.
My dear friend.
With a very heavy heart I write this.
You will be missed by me more than you know.
You’re the kind of friend that many people don’t get to have in their lifetime. I will cherish and hold our friendship in my heart.
You are the kind of friend my great grandmother told me about and most only get to hear about and never experience having.
No matter what happened between us (all the petty stuff) that life brings it never drew us apart like life can do at times to people.
We remained friends loved each other and just excepted one another. That’s what true friends do.
We all loved one another no matter our differences.
I know at the end of the day you would always be there for me, my brother, and my daughter who also loves her aunt Rhonda.
You will be forever missed, forever loved, and forever close to our hearts.
Your whole life you had only people’s best interest at heart.
Everything you did was out of love.
I understood that. I love you unconditionally I love you for who you are. Your heart!
Absolutely beautiful!
So long my dear friend.
Love forever
Crystal
Brandon
Hope
HAPPY HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY RHONDA
If we had one wish it would be having you here to celebrate your special day.
HAPPY 65th. We loved you yesterday, love you today and love u 4 ever more. Visit us in our dreams.
Until we meet again.
Missing you!
Gail, Crystal, Brandon and Hope
Bet little Marv helped you blow all those heavenly candles out. RIP
Brian, Curtis, Brett, Mr & Mrs Cleveland, famiy and friends of Rhonda
Our hearts are broken as we express our deepest condolences on the loss of such a kind, loving soul. Just want you all to know how special and loved she was by us. Rhonda made an incredibly positive impact on our lives…..especially my daughter Crystal and her brother Marvin. She was always there to support them through good and difficult times. Please know that we loved her dearly, she will be missed by all those fortunate enough to have had the opportunity knowing her.
May your memories help you all as you navigate through this incredibly sad journey together.
HUGS AND PRAYERS. Gail