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Gerald Oliver Obituary

Gerald T. Oliver, 74, of Grafton Street in Worcester, passed away, Tuesday, August 26, 2008 in UMass Hospital, after a very brief illness. He leaves his wife of nearly fifty-three years, June C. (Tagman) Oliver; two daughters: Jane Oliver, p.f.m. Little Franciscans of Mary, of Whitefield, Maine, and Susan Hikel of Pflugerville, Texas; two sons: Stephen M. Oliver of Worcester and Edward G. Oliver and his wife Claudia of Rindge, New Hampshire; a brother, Thomas E. Oliver of Holden; a sister, Nancy Duquette of Leicester; eight grandchildren: Lily, Jonathan, Priya, Michael, James, Andrew, Christopher, and Amy; three great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Gerald was born in Worcester, son of Thomas F. and Anna M. (Regele) Oliver and has been a resident all his life. He joined the United States Air Force and served this nation during the Korean Conflict.

Mr. Oliver worked for the Worcester Telegram and Gazette for over twenty years as a promotional salesman in the circulation department, retiring in 1988. Following his retirement, he became a bartender at Worcester Country Club, and returned on a part-time basis to the Telegram, where he was currently working as a night delivery driver. As a young man, Gerald worked at the former Henry L. Hanson Tool Company in Worcester.

Gerald was a member of The Roman Catholic Church of Saint Stephen. He played in the Telegram & Gazette Bowling League, and enjoyed playing softball. Gerald was a craftsman, and was featured in the Telegram & Gazette for his Christmas Village, that occupied several rooms, at home, during the holiday season. He also enjoyed music of all types and had a vast collection of recordings.

The funeral for Gerald will be held Saturday, August 30 from MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester, with a Mass at 9:30 a.m. in Saint Stephen's Church, 357 Grafton Street, Worcester. Interment will follow in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Calling hours will be held Friday, August 29 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the funeral home.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Aug. 27 to Aug. 28, 2008.

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Judy Mills (Howie & Shirley Barrell's Daughter)

September 12, 2008

To the family,
It is so very difficult to let go of someone who has been so much a part of all of your lives. His spirit lives in all of you and beyond. Be comforted in knowing that he is happy and in a good place. A place where familes are rejoined and embraced. My deepest sympathies

Kellie Morton

August 29, 2008

Dearest June,
My heart is so heavy for you and your family since finding out about your husband's passing. I am so sorry. I know the two of you loved and cared so much for each other, and you both have been through so much, especially in the past year or so. God bless you and your family in this terrible time and know you are all in my thoughts and prayers, and our sincerest sympathies from all of your friends at the Levine Center.
Love, Kellie- pca, Levine Center

Valerie Buffone (Smith)

August 28, 2008

Dear June & Family,
I was very saddened to hear of your loss. May you find strength and peace during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
With sympathy and love,

Vivian Peluso

August 28, 2008

It would be hard to find a more wonderful man than Gerry Oliver. He proved this every day of the 8 years I worked with him at the T&G. And oh how he loved his family! I remember how excited he was when he had a star named after June. Gerry was committed to his family, his faith and his supreme work ethic. What a privilege it was to know Gerry Oliver.

Friends in Leicester

August 28, 2008

Nancy,
We were sad to hear the news about your brother,and we've got you and all of your family in our prayers and thoughts.

Nancy Metivier [Smith]

August 27, 2008

Dear June and family.I am so sorry to hear Gerry has passed. He was a good man. My heart goes out to you,and your family. May he rest in peace.

michelle landry (Duquette)

August 27, 2008

To My Aunt June, and cousins Susan, Jane, Eddie, and Steve. I am so very sorry to learn of Uncle Bubba's sudden death. My heart goes out to all of you. Rest in peace uncle Bubba.

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