Robert Ardene Oliver, 84, passed away on Friday, October 28th, 2016 at his residence in Chesapeake, Virginia. Born on January 15th, 1932 in Creswell, North Carolina he was the son of Rossie and Frances Oliver. Robert was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was awarded a Purple Heart and 2 Bronze Stars during his service in the Korean War. Later in life he worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
He is survived by Barbara Newbern Oliver (spouse), Gary Dean Wallace (son), Robert A. Oliver, Jr. (son), Carroll G. Wallace (stepson) & wife Jo, Danny L. Wallace (stepson), Linda Dougherty (stepdaughter) & husband Mark and Aaron C. Oliver (grandson).
A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, November 1st, 2016 at 3:15 pm at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery 5310 Milners Road Suffolk, Virginia 23434.
There will be a gathering of family and friends immediately following the service at the home of Joan Revell, 944 Parkland Lane, Va Beach, VA.
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