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John Oliver Obituary
age 74 of North Canton, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many, passed away Saturday evening after a brief illness. A life resident of Canton, he was preceded in death by his mother, Janett F. (Sinclair) Bowenp; sister, Betty Jane Oliver; and brother, Lawrence Robert Cunningham. John was a Marine Corps veteran. He retired from the Canton City Police Department as a Lieutenant after 30 years of service, followed by 17 years at Stark State College providing security. He was a member of the F.O.P. McKinley Lodge #2.
He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Joyce (Demchak) Oliver; son and daughter-in-law, John E. III and Jennifer Oliver of Canton; grandchildren, Brianna Oliver and John E Oliver IV; brother and sister-in-law, Warren and Vi Cunningham of Minerva; niece, Karen Pinion of Canton; and many other special family and friends.
Family and friends will be received on Wednesday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Rossi Funeral Home. F.O.P. Services will be held at 4:45 p.m. Wednesday. Memorial services will follow at 6:30 p.m., Denny and Marge Hazen officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in John's name may be made to the Widow's and Orphan's Fund for the F.O.P. McKinley Lodge #2, 1411 Cherry Ave. NE, Canton, OH 44714 or the Hazen Ministries, 5716 Louisville St. NE, Louisville, OH 44641.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Oliver
Jim Barbato
April 16, 2013
My sincerest sympathy to the Oliver family. I always liked and respected John. He will be deeply missed.
Dan Fitzgerald
March 24, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family of John. He was a good police officer and one of those people that everyone respected and liked.
March 22, 2013
Joyce My Friend, You have my heartfelt sympathy. God Bless,
Barbara Dixon Cater
Andrew Turowski
March 21, 2013
John,
Sorry to hear about your father. I never knew him, but he must have been a good man to have a family like yours. Please accept my condolences.
Rick Christ
March 21, 2013
Joyce and Junior, Your husband and father had a special gift that he shared with all of us. His incredible sense of humor brightened our days and brought smiles to our faces.Its been my privilege to work with and know John Oliver and his family. One thing is certain, he left this world a better place. Thank You JO.
Jane, Rick, Alyssa, Ericka, Katie & Mackenzie Lail
March 21, 2013
John, Jen,Brianna & John and your extended family - We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we are keeping you in our prayers. Love to all of you.
Michael Lanza
March 20, 2013
To the family and friends of John, I am so sorry to hear of John's passing, my prays and condolences go out to you. I worked with John when I was on the Canton Police Department, I had him as a supervisor. He was a good man and had a great sense of humor.
Linda Michael
March 20, 2013
Dear Joyce, My heart is so heavy for your loss, I know how much John meant to you. I will continue to keep you in my prayers, that in time the memories you hold so near and dear will help the healing process.
Gary & Karen Gruber
March 20, 2013
Joyce, we are so sorry to hear about John. Sending prayers to ease your sorrow. (donut shop group)
Judy Pitts
March 20, 2013
Dear Joyce and family,
I thought the world of John and he meant the world to my Dad. We sure will miss his smile and kind words. If there is anything we can do for you please let us know. I am in south Carolina and not able to be there but will be there in spirit.
Brent & Sue Burton
March 20, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Jerry & Zola Reynolds
March 20, 2013
Joyce - Wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you at this sad, sad time. Love Jerry and Zola
Frank Grosse
March 20, 2013
John you were in a class act, a great person, police officer and friend, we shared a lot of laugh's together. may you and your partner Rip. get together up there and continue on.God Bless your family you left behind.
CLAUDE GUYNUP
March 20, 2013
DEAR JOYCE AND FAMILY,
EXTENDING OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY. WE WORKED TOGETHER ON THE POLOCE DEPT. AND HE WAS LIKED BY EVERYONE. CLAUDE AND DARLENE GUYNUP
judi morris
March 20, 2013
joyce, my deepest sympathy for your loss my sister louise albert loved you both. your in my thought's and my prayer's judi morris
March 20, 2013
Dear John, Jenn and Children
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Our family will keep all of you in our prayers during this difficult time. Hold dear all the wonderful memories.
Love,
Danny, Maryann, Eddie and Nicholas Sturia
Amy, Ashley, Meredith and Mia Broadwater
March 20, 2013
Johm, Jen and Joyce and the rest of the Oliver Family,
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your famiy at this time!
March 19, 2013
Joyce,
So sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Randy and Maureen Clark
Fairport, NY
sharon matthews
March 19, 2013
Thoughts, prayers and strength for all. Love u Jen.
Jim Shannon
March 19, 2013
My sympathies to all. John was an honorable man that I was proud to know.
Robert Demchak
March 19, 2013
Joyce,
So sorry we are unable to come to OH, but know that you are all in our hearts & prayers at this time of sorrow. We all know John was the love of your life and always will be. May you be able to find comfort in that love at this time of loss. Deepest sympathy and big hugs to all of you.
We all love you.
Bob, Maxine, Kelly & Megan
Joe & Laura Maiorana
March 19, 2013
We were very saddened by the loss of our friend and former family member. Our love and prayers to Joyce, and his son, Johnny and his family. He will be sorely missed by family and his many, many friends.
Tommy Thomas
March 19, 2013
J.O. a quick wit and a good heart. Great memories of you and Rip in the D.B. I will never forget your ace at Mohican Hills and the trips to Green Hills. John was one of the nicest men I ever met. Joyce, Junior and the rest of The Oliver Family will be in Patti and My Prayers.
John and Kathy Spitale
March 19, 2013
Joyce,
You have our Deepest Sympathy.
All our love.
Jill St. George
March 19, 2013
Joyce, Just saw the two of you shopping not long ago, maybe last year. Seems like City Hall and the Police Dept were only yesterday. I remember when you two started dating! You know he was a funny, ornery guy but always a stand-up guy for his friends. It was a pleasure to have worked with him and known him. Take care of yourself.
Robert (footsie) Weimer
March 19, 2013
So sorry to hear about John I worked with John for yrs on the force.He was a good man
Joyce Esber
March 19, 2013
Dear Joyce,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Love Joyce Ann Esber
steven dilley
March 19, 2013
john, you were a great friend and supervisor. my prayers for you and your family.
BILL POSTIY
March 19, 2013
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JOHN I SAW HIM COUPLE MONTHS AGO AT THE NUGGET. OLD FREINDS.
Connie & Bernie Kieffer
March 19, 2013
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. John was well liked and will be missed by many. The family will be in our thoughts and prayers as we send our sincere sympathy.
Rick Walters
March 19, 2013
John, I'm gonna miss your crazy driving and stops for coffee. My best to all the Oliver family.
Dan & Dianna Koch
March 19, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with John and his family at this time, God Bless.
Greg & Wanda Izotic
March 19, 2013
To the Oliver Family,My thoughts and prayers are with you.God Bless all of you!
March 19, 2013
I worked with John back in the 60's when he was security for Shoppers fair on W, Tusc, and later on the P.D. JOHN was always a stand up guy. Semper fi BIG JOHN
R.K. Smith South Bend,In.
Dave Greenbaum
March 19, 2013
John, It has been many years but since I last saw you but you were a class act as a supervisor, a fellow officer and a friend. I will also never forget the kindness you showed to me at my father's passing. Rest well my friend.
John, Lin and Angelo Tsangeos and Family
March 19, 2013
We are truly sadden to here of your loss and you have our deepest sympathy. John was a very special person.
Armen and Frances Pileggi
March 19, 2013
Our deepest sympathy for a Good Friend
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