Robert A. Oliver

Robert A. Oliver

Robert Oliver Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 5, 2012.
ROBERT A. OLIVER, SR. DYER, IN Robert A. Oliver, Sr., age 58, of Dyer, passed away Wednesday, October 3, 2012. Beloved husband of Debora Oliver (nee Greenfield). Devoted father of Robert (Mindy) Oliver, Jr., Brandon (Amber) Oliver, and Kristina Oliver. Proud grandfather of Austin, Dylan, Gracelyn, Kayli, Gavin, Mikayla, and Yasmin. Dear brother of John (Mary Ann) Oliver, Diana (Dennis) McKay, Connie (William) Cosgrove, Daniel (Rena) Oliver, Deborah (Steve) Barkowski, and Russell Oliver. Loving son of Lorraine Oliver. Preceded in death by his father, Aloysius Oliver. Visitation Saturday, October 6, 2012 from 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM with a funeral service at 6:00 PM at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt. 30 & Pleasant Springs LN) Dyer, IN 46311. Interment private. Bob loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren, and riding his Harley. For further info, please call 219-322-7300 or visit the online memorial obituary and guest book at: www.SMITSFH.com

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September 28, 2021

Terry and Evelyn West posted to the memorial.

August 23, 2017

Mikayla Rivera posted to the memorial.

October 23, 2012

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Terry and Evelyn West

September 28, 2021

10 years brother, still thinking about you.

Mikayla Rivera

August 23, 2017

5 years and you are still truely missed. No one could ever replace you.

October 23, 2012

October 23, 2012

jean and john rosner

October 22, 2012

john and i have known bob all of our harley life...if it wasnt for bob and debbie we would not have known all of the great people we ride with. a memory i want to share is of our trip to sturgis back in 99. besides being the best road captain he also was given the name "sponge bob", every morning he was out washing down his bike with his yellow sponge. i called him sponge bob and he looked at me like i was crazy because he didnt know who sponge bob was at the time...debbie said that was his favorite cartoon. my favorite trip!!! love u bob and u will ALWAYS be our road captain, forever in our hearts xoxoxo

Kim Kropp Ramey

October 22, 2012

Dear Deb, Words can not express how saddened I am.. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Julie Meneely

October 9, 2012

Uncle John, Aunt Mary Ann, Mike, Amy, Aaron, Emily and Marcy (and all your families), We are so saddened by this... A loss of a special and fun-loving brother and uncle. We will keep you all close in our thoughts and prayers; keep yourselves all close in remembering all those loving memories!
Love, Julie ( XO) and Dave and all my sibs in CT

Robin & Craig Janota

October 8, 2012

You are never far from thought. Love you all so much. Take care of each other & whenever you want to, give a call.

Kathy Howarth

October 6, 2012

Jerry and I are so very sorry for your loss....We are Praying for the Family.

Love Always,
Jerry and Kathy Howarth

Henry Rea

October 6, 2012

So sorry to hear about your loss! My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family! Bob was an awesome man and will be missed by all that knew and loved him...

My brother you will be so missed.

Deborah Barkowski

October 6, 2012

October 6, 2012

Dan Hoover

October 6, 2012

So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I worked with Bob for several years and highly respected him. RIP Bob

Judi Rissley

October 5, 2012

Debbie I know there are no words that can help ease your sorrow right now and the heaviness in your heart, but know that you have many family and friends that are here for you to lean on. I am so sorry for your loss and for the whole Oliver family's loss. Prayers are being sent your way.

Gary

October 5, 2012

Deb, so sorry I couldnt make wake. Left to take my dad back to Az. Sat morning, but I treasure the time I had with you & Bob at the party saturday.So glad he got to party with all his friends 1 last time. So sorry for your loss, Gary & Doe

Sally Krajewski

October 5, 2012

John, Mary Ann and Family,
So sorry to hear about your great loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Sally and Ed Krajewski

Marcy Espinoza

October 5, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to your entire family

Sheila Domiter

October 5, 2012

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rains fall soft upon your fields,
And until we all meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Sheila Domiter

October 5, 2012

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rains fall soft upon your fields,
And until we all meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Marianne Colella

October 5, 2012

We both worked at the glass plant for many years, it was only in the last year or so that I came to know Bob when he took ownership of the compressor room and needed to order drums of oil and filters for the compressors. I knew Bob to be a proud, hardworking man and always a gentleman. I imagine while he is riding that "highway in heaven on his Harley" he'll probably need to make a pit stop somewhere for an oil and filter change too.
I know Bob loved his family very much, my prayers are with you all- he was a good man and will be greatly missed.

Don and Donna Drummond

October 5, 2012

Bob was a great friend/co-worker always talked about his family,dogs and his chickens! he will be missed dearly. let us know if you need anything.

Ed Sayers

October 5, 2012

It is so sad to hear of Bob's passing and it is way too soon. It was my pleasure to have been associated with Bob at a professional level. Bob was very level headed and well thought of by both management and his union brothers and sisters. Rest in peace.

My prayers and sympathy for the family and friends.

Joe Carter

October 5, 2012

Not often do you come accross 'Old School Tough', Bob was just that. I only worked with him for 13 months, but in that short time, I learned a lot about this man. A huge heart, tough as leather, spoke his peace, and worked as hard as any man I knew. Bob I know where you are, and take comfort in this. We will continue to pray for your family. 'Keep the shiny side up and the rubber side down' Gob Bless the Oliver Family

brian cosgrove

October 5, 2012

so sorry about the loss. way to young to be taken away from us so early. thoughts and prayers are with the family. uncle bob may the harley ride never end and the air always smell like the wisconsin pines. you will be missed

Chris Olejnik

October 4, 2012

I have known the oliver family my entire life, heaven has gained a great man, you will be truly missed. I send my thoughts and prayers to this entire family.

Evelyn and Terry West

October 4, 2012

Bob will be missed , I learned a lot from this man @ work , He would never turn his back on any one if you needed help bob was there. We will never forget Bob or Deb. both are great people , love you guys always . Call if you need anything.

Russ Oliver

October 4, 2012

Brother you will be missed by many enjoy the harley ride in heaven and let the walks and talks begin with dad. Love you always

Russ

Christine Oliver

October 4, 2012

It's hard to find the right words to try to ease your pain. All I can offer is my love and support. He was an amazing person with such a love for life. Heaven definitely gained an angel.

Pure Love !

October 4, 2012

The Boys !!

October 4, 2012

no words needed

Jennifer Young

October 4, 2012

Jen and Bill Young

October 4, 2012

There is an angel in heaven riding his harley. There are no words to express are deepest sorrow and sadness. We love you Bob and Deb. We will always be there for you Deb. Anything anytime.

Phil Balsamo

October 4, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Bob's death. He was always helpful and a true pleasure to work with. May God bless his entire family in this time of sorrow.

Debbie Scott

October 4, 2012

I am a Friend of Brian your BIL. RIP and ride that Harley in Heavens Breeze and down the Roads Of Peaceful Heaven. Your Life on Earth will Be sorely Missed by your Family and Friends, but May you watch over them now that you have your Angel Wings! God rest your sole, and May your Family and Friends forever feel comfort in the Love you all shared. Peace & Prayers for all of you~~

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