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Doris G. Oliver, of Harrisburg, PA, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2015 surrounded by her loving family at the Community General Osteopathic Hospital, Harrisburg. She was born July 24, 1920 in McKeesport, PA. Doris was the daughter of the late Treva Floy (Roney) Septer and the wife of the late Elliot Oliver, whom she married June 18, 1941.
Doris was a beautician for more than 54 years, owning Oliver's Cellarette in East McKeesport, PA. Her memberships included the Order of the Eastern Star where she was a past Worthy Matron, the First United Methodist Church of McKeesport, and the Red Hat Society. Doris enjoyed socializing with friends throughout her entire life, baking, especially for the Men's Breakfast, and volunteering with the Meals on Wheels program at Pheasant Hill Estates. Most of all, she was proud of her family, turning this into her living legacy.
Doris is survived by her son, Larry Oliver of Harrisburg, and his wife Roxanne; three grandchildren, Kelli Thompson and her husband Scott, Karin Holton and her husband Jason, and Kyle Oliver and his wife Andrea; six great grandchildren, Carter and Bryce Thompson, Cejai and Lara Fulton, and Aidyn and Jaxson Oliver.
In addition to her husband, Doris was preceded in death by her brother, Earl Septer and sister, Etta Mae Scott.
The visitation will be 1:00-3:00 PM, Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at the Jesse H. Geigle Funeral Home 2100 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA.
The entombment service will be 11:00 AM, Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at the Penn Lincoln Memorial Park, North Huntingdon, PA. The Rev. Deborah L. Kociban will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2 Lemoyne Dr Suite 101, Lemoyne, Pennsylvania 17043 or to The Hospice of Central Pennsylvania, 1320 Linglestown Rd. Harrisburg, PA 17110.
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We are all sad to hear of Doris' passing. She was a wonderful resident and a terrific, caring volunteer. We miss her smile and sense of humor. God be with you, Larry and all of your family. Doris was a very special person.
Laurie Womer
February 17, 2015
Will miss you like crazy grandma/GG!!
Andrea Oliver
February 15, 2015
Our sincerest condolences in the loss of your mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. May you find comfort in memories of joyful times spent with her. My favorite memory of GG is her riding the pony at her great-grandson's birthday party. She certainly embraced life and lived it to its fullest!
The Martin Family- Ray, Katie, Emma, Mason
Katie Martin
February 15, 2015
Thinking your family at this sad time. She definitely raised a great son and he passed that on to his great family (and friends).
Stacy
February 15, 2015
Larry, so sorry to read of your mother's passing. Having known her since 1970, we remember her excellent meals and how caring she was. We are still using some of her old kitchen cabinets. She was a very nice person.
Dale and Fran
February 15, 2015
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