Nancy Oliver

Nancy Oliver obituary, Hyde Park, NY

Nancy Oliver

Nancy Oliver Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sweet's Funeral Home on Feb. 17, 2025.

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Nancy Oliver, 76, of Hyde Park, died on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Hopewell in Fishkill.
Born, October 23, 1948, in Poughkeepsie, NY, she was the daughter of the late Vincent O'Connor and Helen Delehanty O'Connor.
Nancy worked at Abilities First where she took pride in her job and enjoyed making a difference in the lives of the children she worked with. She also served many years working for the Hyde Park Recreation Department to create and participate in events that the whole community could enjoy.
In her free time, she enjoyed birdwatching, spending time outdoors gardening, playing tennis, and taking scenic walks with her friends and her dog. She had a compassionate heart for all animals.
As a Nana, she truly enjoyed spending weekly Sunday adventures out with her grandchildren whom she adored. They could be seen going out to lunch, and to various other places, making countless memories. They were her whole world.
She is survived by her daughter Kara Koretsky and husband Raymond, grandchildren Cameron and Nathan Koretsky.
She is also survived by her sister Kathleen O'Connor and partner Marsha; nephew: Brian and wife Kim Woods; niece, Ryean-Marie and husband Ryan and her niece, Colleen and husband Tim; along with several cousins, great nieces and nephews and countless friends.
In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place.
Calling hours will be from 3 to 6pm on Friday, February 21, 2025 at Sweet's Funeral Home, 4365 Albany Post Rd. Hyde Park, NY 12538.
A memorial service will take place at 5pm during the calling hours.
Nancy's family respectfully requests memorial donations to any charity that benefits animals, something that was always near and dear to her heart.
Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Hyde Park.
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Scott VanBenschoten

February 18, 2025

Nancy was a significant presence in my childhood and young adulthood. As my next-door neighbor, she was a constant presence. When I think of Nancy, I think about how she made me feel. The words that come to mind are safe, encouraged, seen and heard.

Nancy was a source of unwavering encouragement. She used to tell me that I could do or be anything I wanted. Now keep in mind...I was not showing that "promise" to the world...but she saw it! I remember so clearly how she spoke to me, not as a child, but as an equal, genuinely interested in my thoughts and opinions. She even insisted I call her Nancy, which felt quite rebellious in the 80s!

Nancy was one of those special neighbors who helped raise the kids in our community. She could scold me when I needed it, and then offer a comforting hug. I cherish those memories of a time when neighbors were "deputized parents" and this village of people really took part in raising us neighborhood kids.

Though we lost touch after I moved away, Nancy always held a special place in my heart. As I reflect on Nancy and how our lives intertwined over a 20-year period, her influence on my life is profound. Rest in peace, Nancy. Thank you for everything.

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