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Obituary For Clem Roosevelt Oliver
Clem Roosevelt Oliver (Roland), departed this life at the age of 84. He was born to the late Richard Junious and Willie Frances Oliver.
He graduated from West End High School, class of 1961. He retired from Burlington Industries. He later worked for Carter’s Funeral Home and at Mecklenburg County Public School System. Clem had a very strong work ethic and farmed for many years. Prior to the decline in his health, he was passionate about his yard. No one could cut his grass the
way he liked. Clem was a well-respected member of the community.
He was a long time faithful member of New
Liberty Baptist Church, where he sang in the choir.
In 1963, he married the love of his life, Lucille Veronica Harris. To this union they were blessed with three daughters.
In addition to his parents, Clem was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille of forty-nine years; two brothers, Lorenzo and Dalton Oliver; one sister, Linda Holley.
Left to cherish his memories are his daughters, Willie Harriet Wilkerson “Goldie” (Tim) of Chesapeake, VA; Pamela Rose Oliver of Clarksville, VA and Veronica Oliver Baskerville (Floyd) of Clarksville, VA; one sister, Roxie Oliver Holder of Portsmouth, VA; four grandchildren, Terri, Brandon (Lauren), Jasmine, Forest; one great-grandson, Caleb; nephews, John, Darrell; a niece, Marian; a host of other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 3:00PM-7:00PM. Funeral Service will be on Sunday, May 4, 2025 with service being held at the New Liberty Baptist Church, Clarksville, VA. at 11:00AM. Burial to follow in the church cemetery.
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Marian H Fields sent Red and White Handled Basket for Clem Roosevelt Oliver - May 02, 2025
I am praying that everything goes well and that all is taken care of. There is nothing that I can do now but as soon as I am available I will be there to do what you need me to do.
We were sad to hear of Roland's passing. Our prayer is that God will provide comfort & strength to the Oliver family during the difficult hours. Roland always greeted us with a smile and kindness when we'd see him at NLBC homecoming. His presence will be missed. Sincerely, The Alford family.
My sincere condolences to Goldie and the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Clem will always be remembered for his welcoming smile.Condolences to all the family.
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