Jesse V. OLIVER Jr.

Jesse OLIVER Obituary

SMITHFIELD - Jesse Vernon Oliver Jr., 75, of Smithfield, passed away Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at his residence.
He was the son of the late Ruby and Jesse Vernon Oliver Sr. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Carroll Oliver; and his brother, James Norman Oliver. Mr. Oliver was a member of Whiteheads Grove Baptist Church. He was a member of the Alumni Association of Hargrave Military Academy and a U.S. Army Veteran.
Mr. Oliver is survived by his son, Jesse Vernon Oliver III and wife, Lindsay of Smithfield; sister, Jane Oliver Bailey of Longview; and brother, Raymond Edward Oliver of Richmond, Va. He is also survived by one granddaughter, Addison Oliver; and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be conducted at Whiteheads Grove Baptist Church Cemetery by the Rev. Russell Leonard at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, at R. W. Baker & Company Funeral Home and Crematory, 509 W. Washington Street, Suffolk, VA 23434.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Carrollton Fire Department, P.O. Box 77, Carrollton, VA 23314. Condolences may be registered at www.rwbakerfh.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press from Oct. 18 to Oct. 19, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Jesse OLIVER

7 Entries

October 18, 2010

Dear JV and Lindsay,
The world is a better place because of Vernon's loving caring ways towards his family, friends and neighbors. But most of all we have you two to carry on and the world is a better place because you are here. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. With Love, Keith and Debbie Bales

Dave Rubenstein

October 18, 2010

Dear JV and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you now may you find peace in your hearts.
Vernon was so nice and helpful to all his neighbors, we could always count on him. We will miss him dearly. With Love, Jami, Dave, Tyler, & Bradley Rubenstein

Amy Butler

October 18, 2010

In times like these, words seem so inadequate. I would simply like to send along my heartfelt condolences to you and your family at this time, and to let you know that I'm thinking of you. I truly hope that your memories of the happier moments will help ease your pain.

Georgina Rastatter

October 18, 2010

JV and Lindsay, I read this poem before and I wanted to share it waith you both, our thoughts and prayers are with you both.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)

Brian & Sara Hubbard

October 18, 2010

JV, Lindsay, and Addison - We are so sorry for your loss. Vernon was a wonderful person and he will be truly missed. Love to you all.

Denise, Justin, and Chase Hundley

October 18, 2010

JV and family,
Our hearts are saddened for you as you deal with your loss. Losing a father is one of the most traumatic times of your life, especially as close as you two were. As the days and weeks pass, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

October 18, 2010

Vernon will be much missed. I always will remember his kindness and willingness to help Pam and I when we first moved to longview. It was and is such a joy and privilege to live on the farm that Vernon and his family have farm for so long. I will truly miss him. God bless you Vernon and your family
Lee Jordan

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