Frederick Philip Oliver
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Frederick Philip Oliver

  • June 25, 1957 - July 5, 2012
  • Wyoming, Michigan
  • To help his family offset expenses
  • Stegenga Funeral Chapel
    3131 S. Division Ave.
    Wyoming, MI 49548
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“sorry about not making funeral didn't hear about it until it was too late. when we were young we used to get together go boating , go to roller rink ...Read More » ”
1 of 29 | Posted by: Gerhard Stolicker - rockford, MI

“Just wanted to say I love you dad and I'm missing you very much. I miss hearing you call me babydoll. I was the only one you called that and I miss...Read More » ”
2 of 29 | Posted by: natashia

“A promise to my big brother Fred, I promiss to take over were you left off with the love you had for our sisters ,brothers and all the rest of the...Read More » ”
3 of 29 | Posted by: Judy Oliver - grand rapids, MI

“I will miss you Fred! You were an inspiration to me with your struggles. What a brave man! You will always be remembered. My prayers go with you and...Read More » ”
4 of 29 | Posted by: Margaret Perkins - Grand Rapids, MI

“Rest in peace, Fred. ”
5 of 29 | Posted by: Sue Nielsen - Hudsonville, MI

“Hey Fred I am sorry I couldn't get with you earlier & I heard you passed on . We had a lot of fun together over the years . May you rest in Peace ...Read More » ”
6 of 29 | Posted by: rocki czarnecki - grand rapids, MI

“My prayers are with Fred's family. I went to school with Fred. Sorry for your loss. ”
7 of 29 | Posted by: Terri Ryan Nelson - Cedar Springs, MI

“I can not imagine losing my brother so I can not even begin to say I know how you feel but to my aunts and uncles and especially my mom I will be...Read More » ”
8 of 29 | Posted by: jennifer stark - niece

“My condolences to the whole family. Fred will be missed very much. Big hugs to all. ”
9 of 29 | Posted by: Dora rood (carter) - Mt pleasant, MI

“Uncle Fred I will never forget the time you took me and john fishing and it was my first time. And when you showed me how to cast out I caught my...Read More » ”
10 of 29 | Posted by: paul howell - kentwood, MI

“To my big brother, i want thank you for always being there when i needed to talk. I like to remember the years of playing baseball and football...Read More » ”
11 of 29 | Posted by: Ray Oliver - Mooresboro, NC

“Dear Uncle Fred, your were a great uncle to me ,I remember you dearly,i will always remember our specail talk at the hospital. I have one...Read More » ”
12 of 29 | Posted by: ALEXIS CLEMENT - grand rapids, MI

“Prayers go out to your family. ”
13 of 29 | Posted by: Lori Wilkinson Parmeter - MI

“So sorry for the passing of Fred. Prayers go out to his family. ”
14 of 29 | Posted by: Marlon Parmeter - Cedar Springs, MI

“Growing up with you is what I remember most about you. I always felt loved when I was with you. You always helped everyone the best you could. I...Read More » ”
15 of 29 | Posted by: Shirlie Wilson - Allendale, MI

“Our Hearts go out to the Family. Fred was a good man & most of all a good dad. He will be missed greatly! We have lots of memories of Fred. Now we'll...Read More » ”
16 of 29 | Posted by: The Oles Family - Wyoming, MI

“Fred was more than a brother.. more like a best friend who understood when no one else did. We always had a good times with motorcycles, cars , music...Read More » ”
17 of 29 | Posted by: virgil & sally - montague, MI

“My big brother Fred. I am missing you dearly. We had alot of good times together and now its time for you to be with mom and dad, cecil, grandma and...Read More » ”
18 of 29 | Posted by: Leslie Meeuwenberg - Jenison, MI

“Your grandbabies all miss you and love you. ”
19 of 29 | Posted by: Hunter, Shaylee, Sabria, Paityn, Justin Jr, Shelby, Dylan, and S - MI

“Fred you know that you always carried a special place in my heart and always had a piece of my heart you gave me three beautiful children and i will...Read More » ”
20 of 29 | Posted by: Julie Oliver - holland, MI

“I just wanted to say I loved Fred. He was my brother in law, I feel for all his family. The good time with him I will not forget. We were young and...Read More » ”
21 of 29 | Posted by: Ronald C. Clement - wayland, MI

“Fred we didn't get to see each other for many years but childhood friends last forever. I'm happy that we reconnected. Sorry I can't make the service...Read More » ”
22 of 29 | Posted by: Douglas DuPont - Florissant, MO

“One of the best memories that i have with unccle fred is that i called him from school one day when i was going to godwin middle school and told him...Read More » ”
23 of 29 | Posted by: Delcie and Alesyanna Virella - MI

“PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY ”
24 of 29 | Posted by: DORIS MEDINA & FAM - GR, MI

“I hope that all of uncle freds closest family is coping well remember our hope is in the lord that hope is we will see him on the other side life is...Read More » ”
25 of 29 | Posted by: Stephanie - grand rapids, MI

“Daddy, it's only been a day but it feels like it's been longer. O what I would give just to hear your voice one more time or to watch you play with...Read More » ”
26 of 29 | Posted by: Natashia (Oliver) Goodman - MI

“well Fred I'm sure you're in the company of the Lord and family. thank you for all you support and quirky wisdom. you will be missed dearly and...Read More » ”
27 of 29 | Posted by: cheryl oliver [ meade] - kentwood, MI

“LOVE YOU UNC< ”
28 of 29 | Posted by: chad clement - coldwater, MI

“fred you will always be in my heart and my memories. I promise that I will always be here for your children ( my nieces and Nephew, I know your...Read More » ”
29 of 29 | Posted by: judy oliver - grand rapids, MI


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OLIVER – Mr. Frederick "Fred" P. Oliver aged 55 passed away Thursday, July 5, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil and Lottie Oliver; brother, Cecil C. Oliver II. Surviving are his children, John (Kylee) Oliver, Shannon (Justin) Chess, Natashia (David) Goodman; grandchildren, Hunter, Paityn, Justin, Shelby, Sabria, Shaylee, Dylan and Skyler due later this month; brothers, Raymond (Teresa) Oliver, Virgil (Sally) Oliver II; sisters, Judy Oliver, Cheryl (Nathan) Meade, Leslie (Ted) Meeuwenberg; 8 nephews, 6 nieces, 15 great nephews and 12 great nieces; close friends, Matt Taylor, Doug Dupont, Nan and Sherri Spence.

Visitation will be held Monday July 9, 2012 from 6PM to 7PM with a time of sharing at 7PM at the Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 3131 S. Division Ave.

Fred enjoyed bowling, fishing with family and friends. He enjoyed playing football during his High School years with the Rockford Rams. Fred enjoyed going to the Whitecaps games. Special thanks to his youngest brother Virgil who made his final wish come true taking him to his final Grand Funk Railroad Concert. He was very active with sports, including baseball, football, skiing and loved riding motorcycles. Fred attended GRCC and Nursing School. He enjoyed spending time with his kids and grandkids during the holidays.

Even though his nephew Chad is not here physically Fred knew that Chad's heart is with him… "I will celebrate your life at a Tiger's Game when I come home. Love you Unc"

A special thanks to his son, John (Kylee) for putting his Dad above all else.

Memorial contribution in his memory may be made to Stegenga Funeral Chapel to help his family offset funeral expenses.