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Carolyn Oliver-Drayton
1934 - 2019
BORN
1934
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2019
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Carolyn Oliver-Drayton Obituary
Carolyn Jerene Oliver-Drayton, 84, affectionately known as "Tutsawe" and "Lady W.W." , of Toledo, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019, in the home of her loving, devoted daughter. She enjoyed reaching many people around the world on her Citizens Band Radio (C.B.) under the handle "Lady W. W."
She was preceded in death by her parents, Teona and John Elijah Oliver; brothers, Melvin Reed, William "Billy Joe" Oliver, John Oliver, Julian Oliver.
She leaves behind her memories to cherish her 4 children, Michael B. Drayton, Tanyia R. (Candy) Drayton, Pamela Y. Drayton, LeRoyna Hardnett-Drayton; step-daughter, Karen Cargile- Drayton; 6 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; brother, Eugene Oliver Sr. (Jean Casey-Oliver); special niece, JoAnne V. Oliver-Davis; nieces, nephews and a host of other loving relatives and kind friends.
Visitation will be 7-9 pm Monday, October 7, 2019, at the House of Day Funeral Service, 2550 Nebraska Ave. Family hour will be at 10:00 am with Funeral Services at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at the Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church, 1401 Hoag Street. The Reverend Raymond G. Bishop Jr. Pastor and Officiant.
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Paula Monique
October 11, 2019
I pray for complete comfort, love, recovery, healing amd for the garment of Praise to be upon the whole family during this time of grief. God bless.
October 10, 2019
Goodbye to my "Namesake". May GOD continue to Keep and Bless the family whom I have known for all my life.
October 10, 2019
Goodbye to my "Namesake" Jerine. May God continue to Bless the family whom I have known for a long time. Jerine Lawler
Pamela Brock
October 7, 2019
My heart breaks of this news Tut was so sweet and will be truly missed my sincere condolences to all of your family for Strength in this time need be Strong Candy,Mike,Pam and Le"Tonya
Love
Pamela Brock
Pamela Brock
October 7, 2019
My heart breaks of this news Tut was so sweet and will be truly missed my sincere condolences to all of your family for Strength in this time need be Strong Candy,Mike,Pam and Le"Tonya
Love
Pamela Brock
Ben Hester Sr. & Family
October 7, 2019
To Candy, Larona & The Entire Drayton Family Sending Heartfelt Condolences To You For Strength, Comfort, Unity & Peace During This Difficult Time.
Lois L Cathey
October 6, 2019
Goodbye my longest dearest friend.
Diane Watkins
October 6, 2019
My beloved friend and family I would like to give my condolences to you and your family loss your mom is one of hard things you've to go through my prayers and love is with y'all at your time of need may God cover you and keep you bless I know the pain to well She was a darling person with a sweet heart she will be miss God bless you all/ From the Watkins Family
Nellie Harris
October 6, 2019
Sending prayers to your Family. The Harris Family 700 Block Indiana . May God give you all comfort strength.
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