Jean Marie Oberly

Jean Oberly Obituary

Jean Marie Oberly
December 14, 1945 - June 17, 2018
Jean Marie Oberly, 72, of Grand Junction, CO, passed away quietly in her sleep early Sunday morning, June 17.
Jean Marie was a lifelong resident of the Grand Valley, raised on the Oberly family farm orchard on F-5/8 Road in Clifton. She attended Clifton area schools, graduating from Central High School in 1964. She attended Intermountain Bible College and Mesa College simultaneously, completing degrees at both colleges in three years time.
She served as a nurse for 37 years on the surgery/orthopedic floor at St. Mary's Hospital.
Music was Jean Marie's second simultaneous (volunteer) "career". She was an accomplished pianist and organist, playing both instruments for many years for the Clifton Christian Church, where she was scheduled to accompany the worship music on the morning of her passing.
Jean Marie loved her Lord Jesus Christ and loved serving Him and His Church; she felt a special passion for His world-wide mission. For many years she chaired both her own church's Missions Team and the broader Missions Conference co-hosted by area Christian Churches. She was a close friend and lifelong supporter of missionaries in countries around the world.
Jean Marie was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Evelyn (Allen) Oberly, and brother, Carl Oberly.
The family invites her many friends to join the celebration of Jean Marie's life on Friday, June 22, at 11:00 a.m. at the Clifton Christian Church. Prior to the celebration service, there will be graveside service at the Palisade Municipal Cemetery at 10:00 a.m.
Memorial contributions are appreciated to Clifton Christian Church (Mission Fund), 3241 F 1/4 Road, Clifton, CO 81520.

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Published by The Daily Sentinel from Jun. 20 to Jun. 21, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Jean Oberly

9 Entries

Tamsen Murray

June 26, 2018

So sorry to hear of Jean Marie's passing but rejoicing for the reward she's receiving for her faithful service.

Joy

June 23, 2018

She finished the race well, faithful to the end. I try to imagine the celebration in heaven and reunion with loved ones. She has been a faithful supporter of me in overseas ministry for several years. I pray God's comfort for all who knew and miss this dear saint.

Diane Sharp

June 22, 2018

Jean Marie is resting in the arms of her Lord. She was a blessing to all who meet her. Her musical talent brought joy to all. She willingly accompanied me in my singing endeavors. Her life exemplied Christian love. You will be missed Jean Marie

Judy Mattison Allen

June 22, 2018

Jean Marie and I were second cousins and classmates all through school. My Mom (Wilna Grimm Mattison) and Jean's Dad were cousins and classmates in their generation. I have such fond memories of school, church, and family with the Oberly's grandkids. Love to Carol and all the family.

Jean is seated at the top here. 4 Oberly cousins c. 1948

Susan Larock

June 21, 2018

Jean Marie was my first cousin. We played together when my family was visiting our grandparents in Clifton. I also spent time with her at Camp Christian. She was a big influence on many of us. May it give her many friends peace to know she lived the life she wanted.

June 20, 2018

A lifetime of shared experiences and interests, of friendship and Christian fellowship will now have to be continued in eternity. Jean will surely be missed by many. Her dedication to serving God in all aspects of her life and especially in support of missionaries and of missions and in short term missions have always impressed me. I've missed so much fellowship with her by living on another continent but will "catch up" in heaven. God bless and comfort all who were close to her.

Ernie and Aths Pantel

June 20, 2018

So sorry to hear of Jean Marie's passing. She will be missed. We always enjoyed seeing her at Miller family gatherings and at church playing the organ or piano. She is rejoicing with Jesus now.

Jeremy Miller

June 20, 2018

Jean's life was one well lived and spent. Her love of God and Jesus Christ were central to all that she did. I have known and loved her for 43 years as "My Aunt Jean." She was not biologically my Aunt, but she was such a huge part of my entire life experience that she was ALWAYS family.
Her Greatness in doing the Lord's work was only equaled by her humility. She never sought praise or acknowledgment for what she accomplished, but she did everything whole heatedly, to BEST of her ability, and for the Glory of God. She is and will be Greatly missed until we see her again in Heaven! Matthew 25:21, "Well done, Good and Faithful Servant..."

Stacy Spears

June 20, 2018

so sorry to here of Jeans passing she was a very special lady and I loved her.I worked with Jean a lot of years on the surgery floor she will be missed by many she had a good heart and a warm smile.

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