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Jerry "Daddy Wayne" Oliver
Jerry "Daddy Wayne" Oliver, 68, of Richardson Avenue, passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2010, at Kings' Daughter's Nursing Home in Staunton.
He was born on July 8, 1942, in Nelson County, a son of the late Samuel Bernard Oliver and Mercedes (Fitzgerald) Oliver. In additon to his parents, he was preceded in death by three children, Jeffrey Lynn Oliver, three and a half years old, Regina Renea Oliver, five months old, and Angela Denise Oliver 35 years old.
Daddy Wayne was retired from the Waynesboro school system.
Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Lois Painter Oliver; a son, Shawn D. Oliver and his wife, Jennifer L. Oliver; four grandchildren, Cierra N. Tomlin, Tymber L. Tomlin, Kaleb A. Oliver and Ashton D. Oliver; two sisters, Jeanette Farrish of Charlottesville and Phyllis Harvey of Arrington; a special niece and caregiver, DaleAnn Painter of Waynesboro, plus many nieces and nephews; lifetime friends like brothers, Donald McGann, John Henry Painter, Tommy Fitzgerald and his daughter, Shelby Fitzgerald, sons, Jamie and Robbie Carden.
A memorial service will be held 4 p.m. Monday, October 18, 2010, at the Oliver residence, 115 Richardson Avenue in Waynesboro, Virginia.
This obituary was originally published in the News Virginian.
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Sheldon Fitzgerald
October 20, 2010
Rest in peace brother your life meant so much to us all, your teachings will live in each and everyone of us. You will be greatly missed by all of your family and friends. Missing you friend, Sheldon
Emiley Brown
October 19, 2010
i hadent seen wayne in a couple years but i will miss him truly he use to give me pennys to cuss for him.. he will be greatly missed by the brown family. we love you lois.
TONYA LAMBERT
October 18, 2010
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)
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Westwood Cafeteria
October 18, 2010
Wayne will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Westwood Cafeteria Staff
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Jessica Griffin
October 18, 2010
Wayne was like a second dad to my brother and me. We grew up with his kids and can't believe he's gone.
Love you always Wayne, Rest in Peace!!
Debbie Morris
October 16, 2010
Sorry to hear about Wayne's passing. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. May God give you His comfort and peace. Debbie Morris
robbie carden
October 16, 2010
daddy wayne
was a very special man and not only to me and my brother,but to many any people, if anyone needed to talk, he was there
to listen and tell you his opinion, he loved everyone, his baby was 'RIVER' the puppy always on his lap, i will always remember the singing, he had a wonderful voice
loe ya daddy wayne!!!!
Bob & Marie Eakin
October 16, 2010
Sorry to hear about Wayne. Our prayers go out for Lois and the family.
Bob & Marie Eakin
Patsy Kanney
October 16, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Daddy Wayne's passing. He was the nicest person I'd ever met. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. God bless you and your family. Patsy Kanney.
LD ROYER PLUMBING
October 16, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
October 16, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. We will miss Wayne very much!! You are in my prayers. Brenda Simmons Shifflett.
Gail Miles Butterworth
October 15, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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