It is with heavy hearts that the family of Vera Marguerite Oliver, 86, of Milton, Queens County, announce her passing on Monday, February 12, 2018, in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool.
Born in Brooklyn on September 17, 1931, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Selena (Finch) White.
Vera was a lifetime resident of Queens County and was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She spoke fondly of her days as a telephone operator. Vera will be lovingly remembered as a kind person, a devoted daughter, a devoted wife and a devoted mother.
Vera is survived by her daughters Barbara Oliver of Bridgewater, Linda Oliver-Parks of Second Peninsula, Cathy Oliver (Bill Nycum) of South Tremont, her son Stephen (Christine) of Milton; her grandchildren Emily DeLong (Ian Gosbee), Mike Parks, Matt Parks (Sue Chadwick), Riley Oliver and Bailey Oliver and her great grandson Rylan Gosbee.
Vera was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, William “Bill”, her son in law Gary Parks and her siblings Alice, Irene, Hilda, Doris, Bill, George and Bernard.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A graveside memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in Milton Community Cemetery. Reverend Russell Prime officiating. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the Milton Christian Church or to Queens General Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Marie Lamrock
Dear Steve and the Oliver family
My condolences to you all and may her kindness and love to her family be a lasting memory and a comfort at this sad time.
David Wm White & Virginia
You have suffered a great loss. A wonderful kind lady. I am so grateful to have known Aunt Vera & will cherish our little chat just last week..
MARILYN WHYNOT
TO VERA’S FAMILY SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT YOU HAVE LOST A SPECIAL LADY, SHE ALWAYS HAD THE TIME TO STOP AN CHAT . RIP VERA
Wendell and Susan (Pyke) Whynot
Dear Barbara, Linda, Cathy and Stephen,
Sincere condolences to you all. Your mum was a special person. Lean on your memories to bring you comfort at this time. God Bless.
Marsha& Gordie
So sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing . She was a very sweet lady. Treasure the memories.
Diane and Donald White
So sad dear Aunt Vera has passed, she was just a lovely lady and so very kind and always caring. Our sincere thoughts are with you all, Barb, Linda, Stephen, Cathy and your families. Bless her sweet soul.
Diane and Donald
Kathi Parlee
It was very sad to see this. Your Mom was such a gracious lady. I have fond memories of many hours spent at your house – picking russet apples, playing the piano in the barn, being given half a piece of gum (a treat for me!), learning to ride a bicycle …. so many are running through my mind. I will never forget what it meant to me when she remembered my 50th birthday shortly after Mom passed away. You were blessed to have her. Much love from us all.
Kathi (Harding) and Glenn Parlee, and family.
David and Bonnie Hatt
Oliver Family, Our condolences to you all.A special lady with a beautiful smile. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rosalee Smith
Barb and family, sorry for your loss. My sincere sympathies.
Larry Huskins
My sincere condolences to the entire Oliver family with the passing of a wonderful person. I have some very fond, special memories of Aunt Vera and visiting the house and seeing her smiling face every time. Great memories of helping Dad plow some snow on the tractor and getting a “treat” from Aunt Vera or dropping in through the Christmas season to catch up, play cards and sneak a few extra snacks! You are all in my thoughts and prayers ……
Patti Fraser
Vera was a great friend and neighbor. She always had a smile and was happy to see me. I will always cherish the friendship I had with her. After my mom passed away, Vera gave me an angel pin. It will always remind me of her and I treasure it.
Merv and Bern
A wonderful neighbor for my younger years and a friend for the last 69 years. You will be truly missed, especially for that friendly smile
Vernon and Sharon Oliver
Aunt Vera was a very special lady, she always had a smile for me. We will our occasional visit when we are in Milton. Love to all the family.
Becky Williams
I’m very sad to hear the news of Aunt Vera’s passing she was a wonderful lady and a great aunt, I have many memories of Aunt Vera and cherish them all. She will be missed by all that knew her.
Floris Bartlett
To all the Family
She was a lovely person and we all loved her very much.
Condolences from Niece Floris (Cecil Bartlett) and children Rick Heather andColleen
Bob and Karen Harding
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your Mom was so nice to us when we were young – seems she was to all Milton kids, reading these messages! She was one of those people who helped make Milton such a great place to be from. And when we moved back to NS for a few years, both of us got to know her as a friend – a special blessing for us! Hugs from PEI
Bonnie
Dear Oliver family, so very sorry to hear that your mom passed. She was a sweetheart and she always had time for a chat. Please take care of yourselves and think of all the wonderful things she did in Milton. A sad loss for all who knew her. Vera, I know you will have a special set of wings to go home with Him.
Bonnie Hartlen
Bev Llewellyn
Dear Barb: So sorry for your loss of your Mom. Take care and see you soon.
Bruce and Charlene White
Dear Barb, Linda, Cathy and Stephen.
Losing your mother is a great tragedy and we share your loss.
Aunt Vera was a beautiful, sweet lady who always took the time to stop and chat whenever you met her. She had a way of lifting your spirits with her gentle, caring advice.
We will miss her and remember her lovingly.
Kim Risser
My deepest condolences in the loss of your Mother. Vera was a “Special Lady” . My thoughts
are with you at this sad time. Treasure your memories. “Rest in Peace” Vera.
Sandy Brown
To Vera’s family. I am so sorry for your loss of this lovely woman. I’m so glad we had a conversation just a few weeks ago.
Patsy Sampson
My heart is heavy today reading this sad news. I have such fond memories growing up in Milton and having such a lovely lady to visit on a regular basis. The door was always open to me then and after I moved away she was the first person I visited. Memories of baking cookies, etc. will always be with me. Condolences to all the family. Pat Sampson(Wentzell)
Judi & Ken
Barb, Linda, Cathy and Steve
Our sincere condolences.
Aunt Vera’s quiet, thoughtful ways will be missed. She was an anchor and her passing has left a void for all of us. She loved her family and, for good reason, was very proud of her children, grandchildren and great-grandson. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rosalie Croft
Dear Barb, Linda, Cathy, Stephen & families,
I am so very sorry to hear of Aunt Vera’s passing. I will surely miss taking Mom to visit her when I am down to Liverpool.
She always reminded me so much of Grannie, a sweet and gentle soul. Remember all the good times you had together and hold her memory close to your heart. May the love of family and friends comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
Judy Vey
To Vera’s family. Was saddened to hear of Vera’s passing. She was a wonderful neighbour to me many years ago. So kind and so pleasant. So glad I had a chance to reconnect with her a year ago at Queens General. She has a place in my heart and will be remembered always.
Brian and Linda Crew
To the family
Very sorry for your loss
There will be some tough times ahead but there will be many memories of good times you shared
and it will bring smiles , and you will always know the love Vera had for everyone.
Donna Hartlen and Wayne Burke
I have vivid memories of our visits as kids with Aunt Vera. Always a smile and so kind. Wayne, myself, and our girls send our condolences to the Oliver family.
Clark and Sandra Hebb
To the families of Vera Oliver , We are sorry for your loss , our thoughts go out to you in your time of sorrow .
Helen and Tim McGee.
Dear Barbara and family, So sorry to learn of the passing of your Mother. I have very fond memories of both
your Mom and Dad. They raised a great family. I’m sure you have wonderful memories.
Cathy and Randy Conrad
So sorry to read about your Mom’s passing. I always remember her as a kind and gentle lady. Keep her memory close to your hearts.
Lynn Kempton-Lowe
Dear Barb, Linda, Cathy and Stephen,
I was so sorry to read of your Mother passing. So many wonderful memories from childhood days come flooding back as I think of her. She was always so kind and never seemed to mind having one more join her own children, whether it was playing in the backyard, or playing the old organ in the barn. On days when we couldn’t play outside, she would welcome us inside and I can still remember the delicious smells that would come from her kitchen when she was cooking or baking. As the years passed and we grew up, she didn’t forget us and I remember that when Larry was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, she would always ask about him whenever I happened to see her at the Post Office. It was around the same time that she lost your Dad and I could see that she was a woman of understanding and compassion and I’ve often thought that if I ever needed someone to talk to, she would understand. You were blessed to have her as your Mother and my love and prayers are with you at this very sad time in your lives.
Sincerely,
Lynn Kempton-Lowe
Karen/Hugh Minard
Barb,Linda,Cathy,Stephen and families
Sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. Many good memories living in the neighbourhood such a sweet lady and I remember she was also so glad to see me when I delivered a basket of strawberries
Take care
Phyllis Leaman
To the Oliver family-You have lost your dear Mom, and Milton has lost a truly respected lady.She was so beautiful, both inside and outside. She will fit in just fine with the other angels.
Love to you all.
Phyllis Leaman
Susan and Paul Sampson
Barb I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you. Losing your mother is losing a piece of yourself. But I know you have family and friends to provide comfort and good memories to keep your mother forever in your heart.
Barb Fralic
To Vera’s Family,
So sorry to hear the passing of your Mum. She was a sweet lady and a treasured friend of my Mum’s. We will still be in search for Moores Chocolates and Vera will be pleased if we find them. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Hugs
Shirley and Barbie
Margo Hanley
Cathy, Stephen and all the family – I’m very sorry to hear about the loss of your dear Mother. Your memories will help you through this very sad and difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brenda Reid ( Wentzell )
Dear Linda, Barb, Cathy and Stephen – so sad to hear of your mom’s passing. So many memories of such a kind lady.
Brenda
sue crew
My heartfelt thoughts are with you’s! To me Auntie Vera was another one of my Mum`s! Aunt Dorie, Aunt Hilda, Aunt Irene and Auntie Vera will always be my Mum`s! Close to my heart along with my Mum & Dad. I will deeply miss our phone calls, letters and B`Day cards.Such a sweet gentle soul. Our family will always have so many memories of all The White family.
Cheryl and Chris Mansfield
Barb, Linda, Cathy and Stephen and families,
Very sad to hear the news of your Mom’s passing. Such a wonderful lady and always a ready smile and time for a chit chat. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Memories are a wonderful thing and will be with you always.
Carol White and Laurie Culhane
Our deepest sympathies to Steve, Barb, Linda, Cathy and the entire family. My visits to Liverpool were never quite complete if I didn’t get to see my Aunt Vera and get my cup of tea and a hug. I will miss her, but I will remember her warmth, kindness and thoughtfulness. Be comforted in knowing that she brought love to this world; and so the love returns in the many sentiments you are receiving now. Hugs to all of you.
Derek and Shelly Neilson
Barb,Linda,Cathy,Stephen and families
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. She was such a sweet, caring lady and the best neighbour anyone could ever ask for. Your Dad now has his best card playing partner again.
Take care.
Mary Keough and Jamie Mansfield
We are very sorry to hear the news of Vera’s passing. She was such a lovely person.
Judy and Ray Dawson
Dear Barbara, Linda, Cathy and Stephen
We are deeply saddened to hear the loss of your Mother. Aunt Vera was a loving and caring aunt. She always took the time to stay in touch with everyone near and far. Remembering her sweet and gentle soul will forever remain in our hearts. Our sincere thoughts are with you all.
Cathy Wentzell
Cathy and Family,
We are saddened to hear of your loss. Your Mom
always was a pleasure to talk with, always having a warm smile
and asking how our family was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy & Roliie
JOHN LEEFE
Stepen, Cathy and Family, Nancy and I are sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. She will be fondly remembered in our community
Ada &Danny Manthorne
Sorry for your loss.Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Ken Hartlen
So sorry to hear the sad news. My sincere condolences to all.
Ruth Anne Zwicker
Cathy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Thinking of you and sending sincere condolences.
Norma Minard
Barb,Linda,Cathy and Stephen
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a wonderful lady.
I too delivered strawberries to her from Dads garden and often received
Delicious treats! Lots of great memories to cherish.
Bertha Foster
so sorry to hear about your mother. Her and Billy were wonderful neighbors and
so kind to my children. I always enjoyed our talks when she went for her walks
down our street – she will be missed. Bertha, Allan, Ashely and Ryan Foster
Rev. Terry Brewer
We wish to extend our prayers and thoughts to Vera’s family during these moments. may the Lord bless and
encourage you with His love and your memories with Vera. Blessings