John Gregory "Greg" Oliver

John Gregory "Greg" Oliver obituary, Forsyth, MO

John Gregory "Greg" Oliver

John Oliver Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Greenlawn Funeral Home Branson on Feb. 2, 2026.
John Gregory Oliver of Forsyth, Missouri passed away on February 1, 2026 at the Forsyth Care Center.

He was born on June 18, 1956 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of John and Eva Oliver, Greg had an illness as a child and was not expected to live past six years of age. God granted him a full life of 69 years.

When he was able, he liked to walk, bowl and go to the Brashler Music Show. He lived the latter part of his life at the Forsyth Nursing Home.

He is survived by his sisters; Judy Hinds and husband Lucky of Ridgedale, Missouri and Ruby Cobb and husband Dave of Forsyth, Missouri and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded by his parents, John and Eva Oliver.

Visitation will be held from 1:30 until 2:30 PM Thursday, February 5, 2026 at Greenlawn Funeral Home in Branson. Burial will follow at 3:00 PM at Snapp Cemetery in Forsyth, Missouri.

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