Chandlers' Funeral Service Ltd.

91 Union Street, P.O. Box 699
Liverpool, NS B0T 1K0
Phone: (902) 354-4242
Email: info@chandlersfuneral.com

Oliver; Muriel Louise

80 Condolences

OLIVER – Muriel L., 88, of Milton, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens Manor, Liverpool on Tuesday, October 15, 2019.
Born in Liverpool, she was a daughter of the late George and Agnes (Feener) Van Norden.
Muriel Oliver, commonly known as “Dugie”, was a devoted family woman who loved all the generations within her family equally. She enjoyed cooking and baking, but was best known for her coconut cream pies.
Dugie enjoyed caring for senior ladies in the Milton area even when she became one herself. She was an avid member of the Baptist Church Auxiliary in Milton. Dugie was a community minded woman who always made time for family, friends and fun. She would open her home and heart whether she knew you or not. She lived life to the fullest and will be missed dearly by all.
Dugie is survived by her daughter Rebecca “Becky” Williams and her son Alan, both of Milton, grandson Mitchell Williams of Lethbridge, Alberta and great-grandchildren Payton and Cohen Williams.
Besides her parents, Dugie was predeceased by her husband Lyman Everett “Russell”, her daughter Serena, her son Lyman, her sisters Winnifred Atkinson and Dorothy Golden and her brothers Clifford, Fred, Asa, Clyde and Bruce.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A celebration of Dugie’s life will be held Wednesday, October 30, 2019 from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. in Chandlers’ Funeral Chapel, Liverpool with prayers being said at 8:00 p.m. Family flowers only, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.

Offer Condolence for the family of Oliver; Muriel Louise

Print Obituary & Condolences Print Obituary & Condolences

Condolence Messages

  1. Brian Purdy

    To the family of Dugie Oliver, It is so sad to hear of her passing. We grew up with Russ and Dugie as our next door neighbour and you would be hard pressed to have people treat you any better. We will miss her coconut cream pie.
    Bev and I are passing on our deepest condolences to Becky and Alan and all the Oliver families and Van Norden families.
    Brian

  2. Debbie & Gene Wamboldt

    Becky, so sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. May you know you are in our thoughts and prayers

  3. Roger VanNorden

    I’m so sorry to here of the passing of aunt Dugie.she was the one who love to bring the family together,we can never forget all the laughter that was share because of her kindness to everyone,and all the baking she love to do and give and share with everyone. she was amazing and true so sorry for your loss

  4. Hugh Minard

    Alan and Becky
    Sorry to hear of your moms passing. She was quite a lady Spent many hours in your home and was always welcome and never left hungry. Enjoy the memories
    Hugh and Karen

  5. Diane and Donald White

    So sorry to read this Allan and Becky , she and your Dad were dear folks and I remember them both fondly.

    Diane Raynard White

  6. Anne Cameron

    Dear Beck, Allan and family, Our love and sincere condolences at this time. Your Mom, was the best , a rare and strong lady.

  7. Kathi Parlee

    This was so sad to read. Dugie certainly lived life to its fullest. She was always joking and happy. She was a wonderful friend to Mom – the two of them put many miles on her car! We are fortunate to have known her. Much love to you all.

    Glenn and Kathi Parlee

  8. floris bartlett

    Dear Becky and Allen
    So sorry for your great loss. I too know what you are going thru.
    Love from all the Bartlett Family

  9. Enid MacKay

    To Dugies family
    Please accept my sincere sympathy on your loss.
    You are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Enid MacKay

  10. Susan Levy

    Becky, I loved listening to you tell stories of your Mom and you could see and hear the love you had for her. I am so sorry for your loss.

  11. Melinda(VanNorden) and Paul Hilchey

    Dear Alan and Becky,We were very sorry to read of Aunt Dugies passing.I have lots of fond memories of visiting your home growing up and your Mom always treating us with her bake goods,especially her pies.All the happy memories you have will help you through in the times ahead.We are thinking of you all.Melinda and Paul &Family

  13. Susan M MacLeod

    Becky and family
    I am sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. The obituary says it all. My sincere condolences.

    Susan MacLeod

  14. Corina Huphman

    Becky, Alan and families…I am sorry to hear the passing of your Mom…remember the wonderful life she lived and all the memories she left behind…keep them close to the heart and they will bring you comfort in the days ahead…she is now at peace…Rest Easy Dougie!

  15. Barry and Kathy Van Norden

    Dear Becky and Alan , We are so sorry to hear such sad news . Aunt Dugie was all about family . I remember times around the old pump organ singing with Nan and Gramp and family . There was always cookies to go around. Happy times for sure . Memories will help you get through this tough time. So sorry for your loss.

  16. Clyde & Wendy (Smith) MacAdams

    Alan, Becky and family

    We were so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and take care.

  17. Lethbridge family

    So sorry to hear of Dugie’s passing. Mom and her knew each other for a long time and enjoyed a lot of times together. She always had a smile and kind word for everyone. The sky has another star tolight up our paths, RIP beautiful lady

  20. Patricia Wigglesworth

    Alan, Becky and Family:

    So sorry to hear of Dugies passing, have known her and you fellows for many years, she was always so pleasant to talk to. We had some great conversations over the years. Keep here memories close they will help in the difficult times ahead.

  21. Curtis & Linda Leslie Maillett

    We send Our Condolences to Becky & All of Dugies Family. Memories of My Mom , Evelyn Leslie & Dugie working together at the old Stedmans Store in Liverpool behind the candy counter were hilarious to say the least. Dugie was always a True Friend. RIP Dugie ! Linda & Curtis

  23. Deb Ashley

    My deepest condolences to Al and Becky and the rest of Dugie’s Family. I was fortunate to have been the recipient of her kind hospitality, her wonderful sense of humour, great chats in her cozy warm kitchen and Yes…the famous coconut cream pie. May we all learn a lesson from Dugie to always keep an open heart and an open door. Rest in peace Dugie,

  24. Beatrice DeLong

    Becky & Family : Condolences to you all in the loss of your mom/grandmother. She is now at peace. Treasure all the great memories as they are yours to keep. Take Care

  25. David and Bonnie Hatt

    Alan ,Becky and family,Sorry for the loss of your Mom.She was a special lady for sure.Keep her memories close.Rest easy Dugie.

  26. Cathy Wentzell

    Alan, Becky, and Family,
    We are so sorry to learn of
    Dugie’s passing. Please accept
    our sincere condolences.
    Cathy & Rollie Wentzell

  28. Jen Handspiker

    It was a pleasure to know Dugie and have the opportunity to get to know Becky and Alan.
    Such wonderful people, raised by a wonderful woman!

    So sorry for your loss to all!
    Xoxo

  29. Charlene

    Dear Becky and Alan,
    Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Will miss your Mom and seeing you at Queens Manor.
    Sincerely,

  30. Shawna McDougall

    Dear Becky & Alan, I’m so very sorry to learn of your Mom’s passing. I know how much you held her dear in your heart from the stories you’ve told. Treasure those memories.

  31. joyce parks

    To Dugies family, so sorry for your loss, known dugie for years, met her through Home Support, such a nice lady, RIP dear lady.

  34. Darlene Norman

    Becky and Alan, I smile when I think of all the years I spent at your place ! Your mother was a character who put up with all our foolishness yet also would do anything for us !!! There was no other woman like Dugie ! I know it is difficult now, but you have so many great memories to keep you going for an eternity !!

  35. Joanne

    Alan, Becky and family,

    We are so sad to hear of Dugie’s passing. We have many fond memories of her friendship and fun times spent with our mother Marion.Thinking of you all in your loss.

    Donnie and Joanne Uhlman

  36. Peggyand Richard Hatt

    I am so sad to be reading this .Richard and I send our heartfelt sympathies ,There was never a dull moment when Dougie was around ,Everyone enjoyed her humor ,she was so much fun . She will be missed .We will be thinking of you in the days ahead
    Sincerely Peggy and Richard Hatt

  37. Becky Colp

    So sorry to hear about your moms passing Becky. The grin on her face and sparkle in her eyes when she was teasing will always be in my mind! I’ll be thinking of you and your family during the next few weeks and sending you love.

  38. Lisa and Sherman Fisher

    Marilyn,
    So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

  39. Valerie Conrad

    Becky, Alan & families – So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a lovely lady and will be missed. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

  40. Bonnie Hartlen

    Dugie, I knew you well and for that I will be eternally grateful. I have fond memories of you and Russie from a young girl. I loved your way of joking and telling stories. I use to bring you cucumbers for your pickle making, delicious. I always felt like your home was like my second home, thank heavens and I wish I could tell you that in person. The last time I saw you, you were in the Manor, you did your best to communicate with me, by just holding my hand. I will hold that comforting hand against my heart always. When you arrive at the gates to heaven, tell them that you’re good friends with Mickey and that will get you in faster! I will always love and miss you dear lady! Love an Eastside tom girl.❤️

  41. Linda. Lucier

    Alan and Becky; Thinking of you two ,and your mom. Dugie was a lovely person, and I’m sure she is happy to be released to a better place .You’ve been very loyal and caring ,and I’m sure you have no regrets.
    Take care of each other, Sincerely, Linda

  42. marilyn Whynot

    TO BECKY AND ALAN SENDING MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES . SHE WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE WHO’S HEART SHE TOUCHED .RIP DUGGIE

  43. Danny &Diana Hirtle

    Danny and I send our condolences to all of Dugie’s family , she was one of a kind for sure. May she rest easy now .

  44. Brenda and Ken Miller

    So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a wonderful person with a warm heart, a wonderful smile and a great ability to make you laugh, and who can forget her wonderful pies. She’ll be missed.

  45. John Douglas Winters

    Dear Becky, Alan and family.
    Our deepest condolences on Dugie’s passing.
    Sincerely,
    Dot and Doug

  46. Derek and Shelly Neilson

    Alan, Becky and family.
    So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom.
    Please accept our sincere condolences.

  47. Leo & Marilyn Langevin

    Becky and Allen, so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing,she was a great person, always with a smile.

  48. Janet Van Norden

    Hi Becky and Alan I was so sorry to hear of Aunt Dugies passing. I loved her dearly, she always made me smile and feel comfortable in her home as a young child and adult. It’s times like this that I wish we lived closer to give a shoulder to lean on. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Love Janet

  49. David F. Large

    Sorry to read this. It brings back memories of her medical journeys always borne with a smile and brave heart… Her contributions to family, friends and communities will be long remembered. She was one of a kind and will be missed by many. Our sympathy goes out to her family and her many friends.

  50. Elizabeth Boland

    Alan and Becky. Sending our condolences on your mom’s passing. I just lost my mom a couple weeks ago so I know how you’re feeling.

    Sincerely, Liz and Nelson

  51. Kim Risser

    Dear Becky and Alan,

    I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Dugie was a good friend to
    me at my little store from day one. Always a smile and I was the lucky guy
    to get the odd coconut cream pie. My thoughts are with you both. Treasure
    your memories.

    Rest in Peace Dugie.

    Kim

  53. Ron & Barb Campbell

    Becky and Family,
    We are sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences.

  54. Belinda Fisher

    She was a lovely person, she allowed me to call her Nan and I love it. She also sat with me a few times in out patients she will be missed I am glad I knew her, my heart goes out to all of you.

  55. Members & Adherents of the Milton, Port Medway & Charleston Baptist Churches

    Becky, Alan and Family, On behalf of the Milton, Port Medway, and Charleston Baptist Churches, it saddens us to hear of the loss of our dear friend Dugie. Our prayers and thoughts are extended to you, and we seek God’s grace and peace to be with you as well. Dugie was a very dedicated and long-time member of the Milton Baptist Church family for many, many years. She loved us and we loved her. May God be with you in your time of sorrow and in the days ahead. Love and sincere condolences to you.

  56. Evelyn

    Thinking of you Becky … sounds like you had a pretty amazing mom! Cherish her memory and take care of you xoxxo

  57. Ruth and Charles Ernst

    Becky and Allan,
    So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.As you know she tended Andrew back in 1978 while Ruth was teaching. We always had great meals when we arrived home. Thinking of you at this time.

  58. Pamela Mutsaers

    Dear Becky and Mitchell, oh Dugie she was an orginal. We loved waiting on her at the bank, there was always a joke and laughter. And there was so much humanity. She was the proudest mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Adrian, Neil and I send our condolences.

  61. Gale and Art Deveau

    Alan and Becky, we were very sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing, please accept our sincere condolences.

    Gale and Art Deveau

  62. Christine Bere

    Alan Becky and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Aunt Duggie was an amazing women. She always opened her home to me and my family and I always felt welcomed and loved. Our last trip out to see her a few years ago was as always memorable. As Al said to me when he heard. He was privileged to have met her. Joshua while only meeting her that once still talked about his visit with her and everyone else that summer.Please keep in touch.

    Love Chris, Al, Ashley, Jamie Joshua

  63. Steve Hupman and Marg Millard

    Becky and Alan very sorry to learn of Dugie’s passing. I have many fond memories of her. Please accept our sympathy for your loss.

  64. Linda Wentzell

    Alan, Becky and family,

    I was so sorry to hear of Dugie’s passing. I have many fond memories of our times in the community. She was always ready to take part in anything. She taught me many things over the years. She gave me her famous coconut-cream-pie recipe, which is my family’s favorite. I feel very honored to have it.

    Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.

    Linda & Raymond Wentzell

  65. Vernon & Joyce Hawkes

    Becky and all Dugie’s family. We are very sorry for your loss. She was a great lady, always so friendly and smiling.
    Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time

  66. Darlene Henderson

    So sorry for your loss Becky and Alan your mom was such a sweet lady and will miss her so much ,,,like I have said several times she was one of a kind RIP sweet Dugie

  68. Debbie Kempton

    Becky & Alan,
    I have wonderful memories of Dugie during many hours spent at your house. She always made me feel welcome & made me laugh. My sincere condolences.

  69. Danya Leamont

    Dear Alan and Becky,

    I am so sorry to hear of Dugie’s passing. I’m so sad. She was like a grandmother to me. Every time I came home she made sure she had Butter Tarts for me. To this day I think of her every time I have one. I’ve not found one that compares to hers. She was such a great lady. I so enjoyed the summer I spent with her. I think the room I stayed in was called the “Smurf Room”. I have so many wonderful memories of her. She will definitely be missed. She was one of a kind.

    Thinking of you all, oxox

  70. Stan wentzell

    Al and Becky, your mom was such a pleasure to spend time with, always a snappy wit accompanied with a great chuckle. She will be missed by many.

    Condolences,
    Stan and Brian

  71. Jeanette Toplis

    Alan and Becky, so sorry to hear of your moms passing. Dougie was a very special lady. I have lots of fun memories spent at your home with your mom and dad.

  72. Stephen DeLong

    Becky & Alan, so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. She always impressed me with her strength of conviction for what she thought was right.

  73. Dave Rushton

    So very sorry to learn of your mom’s passing, Alan. I also lost my mother earlier this year and despite the pain of the loss, choose to find comfort in knowing she is now in a much more peaceful place. I hope you find the same comfort.

  75. Wayne and Pamela Mansfield

    Dear Becky and Allan……. Sorry to hear of your loss. Our condolences to out to you and your family during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  76. Billand Anna Cox

    Alan Becky and family

    We were sorry to learn of Dugie’s passing, always a cheerful lady, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time, we send deepest sympathy to you.

  77. Karen Colp

    Al……Thinking of you @ this very sad time. Your Mom was quite a lady with a great sense of humour.
    Take good care!

  78. Sharon Ullock

    Condolences to your family I remember so many wonderful times there at your home as a child.
    Hugs to you and your families!

  79. floris bartlett

    Dear Becky and Allen
    My heart goes out to you at this very sad time.
    Love cousin Floris St. Catharines.

  80. Stacey Joyce Hanley

    Dear Dougie, I’m late writing this but hope you know what a great woman you were, I loved your straightforward tell it how it was! You loved your grandchildren like no other, thank you for loving our Cohen xo. Another great one to remember. I still talk about your coconut cream pies!

Leave a Condolence

Please share your message of condolence with the family, It will be visible to the public but your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *. To send a Private condolence please click here.