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Rachel Dolliver Obituary

Rachel L. Dolliver, age 82, of Oscoda, passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on Dec. 1, 1942 in Reed City to the late Guss and Violetta (Dean) Ohman. Rachel married the love of her life, Harold W. Dolliver, on May 6, 1962.
Throughout the years, she worked as both a manager and dietician and in her spare time, she enjoyed sewing, painting and cooking for her family.
Rachel is survived by her children, Dawn Vigil, Laura Dolliver, Denise Novinksi, Tammy Dolliver, Victoria Anderson, Angela Story and Harold Dolliver Jr.; 12 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; and six great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Harold Dolliver Sr.
A graveside service was held on Thursday, July 31, at 1 p.m. in Oscoda Pinecrest Cemetery. You may offer your condolences online to the family at www.bureshfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Iosco County News-Herald from Jul. 31 to Aug. 12, 2025.

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Nolan and Pam Dolliver

July 31, 2025

Aunt Rachel will be missed by all. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Nolan and Pam Dolliver

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