NORTH PORT, Fla. (WWSB) – A beloved firefighter is being remembered this weekend as the North Port community comes together to support his family and honor his legacy.
Dozens of motorcycles filled the streets Saturday, engines roaring in unison for a benefit ride dedicated to Victor Cleveland, a 17-year veteran of North Port Fire Rescue who died in December 2025 after a battle with cancer.
βVictor was kind of just a giant of a man. He had a large personality, he was unwavering,β said North Port Fire Chief Scott Titus. βHe worked very hard, brought on a lot of new guys, and he will be dearly missed.β…