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Fred Oglesby Obituary
EASLEY — Mr. Fred Oglesby, 85, husband of the late Brenda Carol Hawkins Oglesby, passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.
Born in Pickens County, a son of the late Fred Oglesby Sr. and the late Bonnie Mae Hooper Oglesby, Mr. Oglesby was a retired residential paint contractor and attended Easley Church of God. He was a US Navy Veteran having served in the Korean War.
Surviving are five sons, Sidney Oglesby (Renee) of Pickens, Steve Oglesby (Lisa) of Liberty, Stan Oglesby (Teresa) of Berea, Scott Oglesby of Pickens and Jody Oglesby (Michelle) of Easley; two sisters, Jo Ann Pike (Bruce) of Greenville, and Louise Lyda of Easley; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Oglesby was predeceased by a step-son, Mike Waldrop; a brother, Walter Oglesby; seven sisters, Jessie Mae Posey, Ellen Gilbert, Lenora Oglesby, Emma Bridges, Mary Frances Oglesby, Ruth Oglesby and Ruby Oglesby; and one great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 11, 2017 in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown with Rev. Steve Knight officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park with military honors.
The family will receive friends from noon until 1:45 PM Saturday at the funeral home, prior to the service.
Family members are at their respective homes.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff members of Hospice Compassus and Greenville Memorial Hospital for the love and care they have provided for Mr. Oglesby.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family.
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Jimmy and carol Lance
April 9, 2017
I am sorry to hear about your father. I will never forget the times he took us fishing and camping. I'm sorry I could not attend his service but I have been in bad shape since my accident.our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Jimmy and carol lance
Barbara Waddell Brackebusch
March 19, 2017
I am so sorry I was not able to attend the funeral. I am Fred's 1st cousin and it has been several years since I last saw him or you boys. I know you probably don't remember me because you were little when I last saw you. I pray that God will wrap his arms around each of you as you deal with the loss of your dad. Barbara Waddell Lowe Brackebusch. (I am the daughter of Julia Hooper Waddell) (Your granny Bonnie's sister.) Castalian Springs, TN
Kimberly Hawkins Bolanos
March 13, 2017
So sorry to hear of Uncle Fred's passing. My childhood is full of loving fun memories made with him, Aunt Brenda, and all of you boys (now grown men). I will continue to remember him fondly, in his painter white work clothes and trusty station wagon. God bless you all!
Stacey Thrift
March 11, 2017
So sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man.
Joyce Roper
March 10, 2017
So sorry to hear of the passing of your dear loved one. I will not be able to attend the services, but all of the family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Todd & Debi Liveright
March 9, 2017
Scott, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your Daddy, A Daddy's love is so special. You loved him so much.May God grant you peace , We Love you ,Todd & Debi Liveright
Robert Hendricks
March 9, 2017
So Sorry to here of Freds passing . He wae a good man and I think the world of him and his Family .
Pam Barrett
March 9, 2017
May God be with you through this difficult time. Praying that God will give you and your family strength.
DOT PEACE ZARCH [email protected]
March 9, 2017
FRED'S LAUGH AND LOVE OF LIFE LIVES ON THROUGH EACH OF HIS SONS AND THEIR FAMILIES. WITH ALL THAT IS SAD ON EARTH, I KNOW GOD WELCOMES HIS WIT AND SENSE OF HUMOR.
celebrate his life. May God bless all of you. Sandie Louie
March 9, 2017
So sorry to hear. May your family join together to celebrate his life. May God bless all of you.
Michelle Finley McGuinn
March 9, 2017
Scott, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Mine passed in 2016 & think of him everyday. It is strange to think we have reached this point in our lives. Just know my thoughts are with you. I cherish the friendship we shared many years ago.
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