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LARRY OLIVER Obituary

Larry T. Oliver Sr. Rahway great-grandfather, served in Vietnam, 65 Larry T. Oliver Sr., 65, of Rahway, N.J., departed this life on April 23, 2015. A celebration of his life will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2015, at 10 a.m. at the Mt. Teman A.M.E. Church, 160 Madison Ave., Elizabeth, N.J., Rev. Carlton Gibson, pastor. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until time of services. Arrangements are in the loving care of the Nesbitt Funeral Home, 165 Madison Ave., Elizabeth. Born in Carteret, N.J., Larry lived most of his life in Elizabeth before moving to Rahway. A veteran of the United States Army, he served in the Vietnam War. He was employed by E.I. Dupont, and twilight shift at UPS and Target. Larry leaves to cherish loving memories, his beloved wife of 47 years, Rosemarie Bradshaw Oliver; his daughters, Omeca, Yolanda, and Wadie (Walter) Williams; a son, Larry T. Jr.; his mother-in-law, Mavourneen Bradshaw; his siblings, and Lloyd Shivers and Juanita McCloue. He was the loving grandfather of 10 and great-grandfather of five. He is also survived by a host of other loving relatives and dear friends.

Published by The Star-Ledger on Apr. 28, 2015.
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Sincere condolences geos out to the Oliver family for your sad loss. May GOD be a source of strength and comfort as you mourn the passing of Larry.

April 30, 2015

I'am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May precious memories fill your heart and ease your pain. Love, Tia Gissendaner

Tia Gissendaner

April 29, 2015

MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY. MAY GOD BE PLEASED WITH HIM. HE WILL BE MISSED TREMENDOUSLY.

Melissa Samuel

April 29, 2015

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

MUHAMMAD STANKWICH

April 28, 2015

Larry what a great person gone to soon/To the Oliver Family may God be with you all at a time like this may Larry RIP.......

Greg Barnes

April 28, 2015

My deepest condolences to you and the family! your husband/dad was one of the coolest! Our prayers are with you during this time. Love you all!

Michele A. Nesbitt (Woodyard) and family

April 28, 2015

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