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Rose OLEY Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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May 9, 2010
Happy mamma day mamma and sista we miss u
January 24, 2010
happy birthday mamma and sista
December 25, 2009
merry christmas mamma we missed u but we no u were watching down on all of us love u
Teresa Mason
December 7, 2009
Just a moment to say you are a blessed woman. This is known by seeing your family & friends hold you near to their hearts daily. While here, your presence always brought a smile. Though you're not seen, your spirit will warm all hearts with a smile. Merry Christmas, Mrs. Oley.
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December 6, 2009
thinking of u mamma
November 26, 2009
happy thanksgiving mamma and sita
Elly&Curtis Dozier
November 2, 2009
Dear Oley Family,
What a wonderful gift to the world .The love and compassion your Mother showed day by day to all ,the Matriarch of the family.Our prayers and thoughts at this time are for your family and we remember all the wonderful things the Oleys have done to help our family and the community.God bless the family and may your Mom rest in peace.AMEN..
Gray McCalley
November 1, 2009
Joe, Jimmy, David & John,
You folks have been pillars of our Community for a long time. I would like you to know our prayers are with you at this time of your loss.
God bless you and your family.
taylor leverty
October 31, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of Mrs. Oley's passing. She was truly one of a kind! I have such wonderful memories of her beautiful smile and wicked sense of humor. I feel truly blessed to have known her and am a better person for it. She always made everyone around her feel great with her kindness. She would also 'tell it like it is'. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Oley family. Love you guys! Taylor L
Linda Clifton
October 30, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. She was a gracious lady and always had a smile on her face for everyone. She will be greatly missed. May all your wonderful memories sustain you in this time of sorrow.
Linda Clifton and daughters
Chuck McNamara
Lyla Oley WIlby
October 29, 2009
It's a plenty! It's a plenty! She always had plenty of love, strength, and support for everyone. She worked hard everyday to support seven children by herself. She never had a day off and she never complained. She was full of life and love, and she touched everyone who was lucky enough to meet her. I want to thank my sisters-in-law for all the love and support they gave Mama over the years. To my brothers and sisters, Mama lives on in us, in our children, and in our grandchildren in the good we do every day.
Love,
Lyla Oley Wilby
Brian Welch
October 29, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the Oley Family.
October 29, 2009
The Oley Family- You are in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you comfort.
With love,
Augustus M. Jones (Richmond VA)
Carolyn Recupero
October 29, 2009
I loved my greatgrandmother. She was my only greatgrandmother left and she was so nice to me and everybody else. I remember her giving me gifts for my first communion and always having a gift to give us wheen we saw her, such as m&ms (a big pack)!!!! I miss her and will pray for her and WILL NEVER FORGET HER!!
October 29, 2009
Dear Oley/Mehfoud Family,
In loving memory of a wonderful woman with a great spirit. Reba was from an era gone by and she has left us all with many wonderful memories.
I will always remember her love for dancing. Once the music started she was the first one on the dance floor could out dance everyone!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
God Bless you all.
Bob and Diane (Deeb)Clay
The Robins
October 29, 2009
My husband goes to Dr Oley and he also has seen Mrs. Oley in Westbury Pharmacy. She had a large loving family it looks like and from the picture looks like she was a happy person. I know she will be greatly missed. Sorry for your lost.
Hugh Fogel
October 29, 2009
Dear Oleys and Mehfouds:
Very sad to hear about Reba. I will always have fond memories of her smile and her kibbe. Best to all of you.
October 29, 2009
I NEVER MET HER, BUT JUDGING FROM THOSE I KNEW SHE HAD TO BE GREAT,MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY JERRY ADOLF
Elizabeth Sacre
October 29, 2009
To the entire Oley family - you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God in his infinite wisdom and glory keep you in his bright light and protecting arms.
Mary Ann Essid-Ryan
October 29, 2009
Dear Oley Family,
What a blessing your mother was to us. She leaves behind the good that she did, her beautiful smile and warm loving spirit.
God blessed us with her and I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Mary Ann Essid-Ryan
Stephen Recupero Jr.
October 29, 2009
I am one of her great-grandchildren. I will miss her. I remember her for giving me rosary beads,my bible and money for my First Communion and birthday. I Will pray for her.
October 28, 2009
George,
Wayne and I send our condolences to you and your family. We never had the honor of meeting your mother. From reading the wonderful messages in the guest book she must have been quite a lady.
You and your family are in our prayers.
Wayne and Sandy Parker
October 28, 2009
Dearest Oley Family - I remember your mom and dad from years ago. I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a wonderful lady. Dear Lyla, my prayers are with you.
Monica (Parker) Cochran
San Antonio, Texas
GERI DAILEY
October 28, 2009
TO THE OLEY FAMILY I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS OF REBA. AS YOU KNOW,I LOVED HER VERY MUCH. I HAD SO MUCH FUN WHEN I WAS WITH HER. DANCING,PLAYING CARDS AND WHATEVER ELSE WE DID TOGETHER. I WILL MISS HER GREAT PERSONALITY AND ESPECIALLY THE TIMES AT THE RIVER.
Thomas Stavredes
October 28, 2009
To the entire Oley family: For many, many years my father (Gus) and my uncle (Steve) operated the Rainbow Inn directly across the street from the Ritz and they spoke highly of both Mr. and Mrs. Oley, as well as their children. They recall Mrs. Oley coming to work (Ritz) very early in the morning, scrubbing the floor and preparing breakfast for her family and then prepared for the customers that followed after opening. It is my belief that both Mr. & Mrs. Oley can rest peacefully with God, knowing that all of their children and their families have made and continue to make positive contributions to the entire metro area. My deepest sympathy to the Oley family. Tom Stavredes
kalale krishnamurthy
October 28, 2009
Dear Jackie.. just learnt from Tommy that your mom passed away..Please know my thoughts are with you all....krishna
Cathanna Bryant
October 28, 2009
Dear Oley/Mehfoud family,
I send my most sincere/heartfelt sympathy to you.
I always felt as a part of the family whenever there.
I loved her humor and loved playing cards with her.
She is someone most rememberable...I smile when I think of her.
Blessings to you all.
Love, Cathanna
Sam Assaid
October 28, 2009
I feel fortunate to have known Reba and the entire Oley Family. I offer my sympathy to the entire family.
Teresa & Gary Mason
October 28, 2009
Mrs.Oley,
The first time I met you & your family was in your home. I was welcomed then with open arms & have continued to feel like a part of your family since. You have been a great inspiration to all those who have had the good fortune to meet you. I have been honored to have witnessed your undying work ethic & compassion towards people that you have passed along to your devoted family. Your smile, your wisdom, your obvious love of life, and your dedication to your family & those around you will live on in the hearts of all who were so blessed to have known you. I, & my husband, consider ourselves, among the many, lucky enough to have shared good food & great conversation with such a memorable lady. I know heaven will welcome you with open arms as you have done for so many here on earth. Rest peacefully with a smile. You will remain forever in our hearts.
Clyde Bragg
October 28, 2009
Faiz, Carol, Jackie and Family - Ruth and my thoughts and prayers are with you in this trying time.
Marilyn Moses
October 27, 2009
Reba Oley was my father's cousin (Joseph M. Moses, deceased). He always enjoyed her and she was always a good friend to my family and me. I will always remember her smile and her laughter. She was a wonderful person. We were all blessed to have her for so many years. Our deepest sympathy to the family. You are in our prayers. Marilyn and Lawrence Moses, Ruby Smith (formerly Ruby Moses)
Linda Ashby
October 27, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the entire Oley, and Mehfoud family. What a sweet lady she was, and I know you will cherish her memories.
John Donati
October 27, 2009
Rose, What a wonderful lady. Always a
smile and nice conversation. She will
be missed very much here, but what A
Addition to HEAVEN.
October 27, 2009
Our family was so sorry to hear of your loss. We know how precious your mother was to each of you. You and your family are in our prayers during this difficult time. Jan, Mike, and Matthew Radcliffe (Va. Beach and Richmond)
Michelle and George Mehfoud
October 27, 2009
We are saddened by the news of Reba's passing....but we ALL know that she is in a beautiful place that knows NO SUFFERING and only PEACE! Praise God for that! Let us hold onto those precious moments we had with her here and look forward to the ones we'll share in Heaven.
October 27, 2009
You are all in our prayers. Your mother's laughter, warm embrace and unconditional love will long be remembered. The joy she shared in her life’s work is a testament to her family, her faith and her friends. Her legacy lives in you and your children.
With peace and hope,
Mary Bruce and Phil Glaize
Maggie, Philip, David and Lucy
Winchester, VA
Joyce Guzman
October 27, 2009
Sorry to hear about Rosa. I will always remember her when we use to get our hair done together. A very good women
Angelo Jimenez
October 27, 2009
She was always so nice at the pharmacy. So sorry to here of your loss. God Bless you.
October 27, 2009
Sorry to hear of Reba's passing. My prayers are with the family & friends.
Betty Prince
Locust Hill, Va.
buddy corbett
October 27, 2009
here on earth we are one smile poorer. in heaven they are one angel richer.my heart goes out to the oleys.love,buddy corbett
Nancy Denby
October 27, 2009
To the Oley Family ~
What a wonderful lady Mrs. Oley was!! She always remembered you even if she hadn't seen you in a long time and seeing me out away from Westbury...calling me by my first name even! Until she retired from there, she was the main person you would see, always friendly and nice. She loved her family and I know your wonderful memories of her will now enfold and comfort each of you in God's eternal love.
Sincerely,
October 27, 2009
Carol, Faiz, Jr., Helene and Joe,
I remember your Grandmother at the Westbbury counter across the street after school at Freeman and more recently at the curent store. She always had a smile for everyone and kind words to go with it. She lit up the store whenever she came in to shop or just to visit. I know how difficult this is for your whole family, but with God;s love and grace you will be able to carry on.
God's Peace be with your whole family,
Gretchen Spradlin
Richmond, VA
Gretchen Spradlin
October 27, 2009
Carol, Faiz, Jr., Helene and Joe,
I remember your Grandmother at the Westbbury counter across the street after school at Freeman and more recently at the curent store. She always had a smile for everyone and kind words to go with it. She lit up the store whenever she came in to shop or just to visit. I know how difficult this is for your whole family, but with God;s love and grace you will be able to carry on.
God's Peace be with your whole family,
Phyllis Tyree
October 27, 2009
My condolences go to the family in this time of bereavement. I had connections with the Oley family while working at Verizon ( C&P,Bell Atlantic). I pray that the loving memories will linger forever.
Sandra Brown
October 27, 2009
Our deepest sympathy, but when we think of Reba we think of excitment and joy and we know that things are about to change in heaven. God has sent us another angel!
Our love,
Sandra and Tom Brown
Mount Calvary Cemetery
October 27, 2009
To the family of Rose M. Oley,
We at Mount Calvary Cemetery wish to express our deepest sympathies for the loss of your loved one and we pray that God will help to ease your pain in the days to come. We are proud and honored to be chosen as the final resting place for Rose. This is a responsibility that we do not take lightly and we pledge the highest level of perpetual care to honor her memory. Please do not hesitate to call us with any concerns or if there is anything we can do to make these difficult experiences any easier.
Jim Glass
General Mgr.
Mount Calvary Cemetery
804-355-5271
Frank Cohen
October 27, 2009
We are very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Our condolences.
Frank & Janice Cohen
and that staff at Southern Distributors, Inc.
Diane Herro
October 27, 2009
My deepest sympathies go out to all of the family and many loved ones of Rose. I always enjoyed that beautiful smile when I would see her at Westbury. She was a high-spirited lady so full of life and love. She will be missed dearly.
Diane Herro
Helene Koehler
October 27, 2009
My sittee (grandmother) will be surely missed by all. Her infectious smile and thoughtful generosity will always be remembered. We'll miss you on the dance floor.
Helene Oley (granddaughter).
Tim Cates
October 27, 2009
The Oley Family,
Your Mom was Wonderful!!
Always smiling and very "Kind"
Ya'll have such a Great Family, Thanks for letting me in to enjoy.
Tim Cates and Family
October 27, 2009
To George,Siham and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. May the sweet memories that you have of your Mother continue to strengthen and keep you.
Love,
Velma Everett
Betsy Hartz
October 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. What a a lovely lady who will be missed.
Kim (little bear) Jones Rosenfeld
October 27, 2009
Jeff and I have each of you in our prayers. Mrs. Oley was a very special part of our family and I will always cherish the times spent with her and each of you. Our love goes out to you during this time.
JOHN STARKE
October 27, 2009
Anthony,Faiz, Geaorge, Mark and Carol-Your mother was always a breath of fresh air whenever I saw her and she always made everyone feel good. She was truly one of a kind and will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. John Starke
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