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Obituary For Dr. George A. Olivier, Jr. Ph.D.

Dr. George A. Olivier, Jr. Ph. D. passed on Sunday, September 25, 2022. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 30, 2022 from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at Trice Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at Bethel Baptist Church. Interment will be held in the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery. Trice Funeral Home of Barnesville is in charge of all professional services. Please keep the Olivier family in prayer.

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Raiseyourway.donordrive.com/campaign/In-Memory-of-Doc—Dr—George-Olivier- GEORGE A. OLIVIER, JR., was born on March 15, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was the son of the late George A. Olivier, Sr., and Ethel Ripoll Olivier. He married Linda Smith on December 28, 1999, in Sevierville, Tennessee. He was proud member of the 1966 graduating class of St. Augustine High School in New Orleans. In 1970, he received a B.A. degree (Summa Cum Laude) from Dillard University in New Orleans. In 1970, he was acknowledged as a Woodrow Wilson Fellow. It was during his years at Dillard University that he developed a deep love of the Spanish language and culture. The desire to learn Spanish did not end there. He continued his preparation for the classroom by earning a master’s degree in Spanish Literature from the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign and a Ph.D. in Foreign Language Education from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. While at Purdue, Dr. Olivier also studied French language and culture. Dr. Olivier was drafted into the United States Army during the Vietnam War and proudly served his country from 1971 to 1973, He was honorably discharged in March of 1973. He was the recipient of the Good Conduct Medal during his term of service. Upon leaving the military, Dr. Olivier joined the faculty of his alma mater Dillard University. Dr. Olivier was an assistant professor of Spanish and French at Dillard from 1973 to 1987. During this period, Dr. Olivier was also a part-time member of the faculty of Southern University in New Orleans, where he taught French and World Literature. Dr. Olivier moved to Barnesville, Georgia, in 1987 to accept a position with the Lamar County schools, where he taught Spanish and French, until 2008. Beyond that, he became a mentor to many of the youth of this community. For many of them, his mentorship has continued into adulthood. He was given an Athletic Service Award for 1991-92. He was recognized as Star Teacher in 2002.Dr. Olivier also worked as a Spanish teacher at Griffin’s Evening High School from 1998-2006. After retiring from the Lamar County schools in 2008, following twenty-one years of dedicated service, he accepted a position as a Spanish teacher at Mary Persons High School in Forsyth, Georgia, for the 2008-2009 school year. In 2008, he was presented a plaque by the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., in appreciation of thirty-four years of service in education. Dr. Olivier also served as an adjunct professor of Spanish at Clayton State University and Gordon State College. He was a member of the faculty of St. George’s Episcopal School. Dr. Olivier finished his forty-eight-year teaching career while serving as a member of the faculty of Rock Springs Christian Academy. He was embarking on his 49th year when his health failed. Survivors include: his wife. Linda Smith Olivier; son, George Olivier III of New Orleans, LA; granddaughter, Gabriella Marguerite Olivier of New Orleans, LA; sister, Jill Antee of New Orleans, LA; half -sibling, Tamico Casey of New Orleans, LA; two sisters-in-law, Betty Smith Banks (Clifford) and Elaine Woods (Andrew); one brother-in-law, Michael A. Smith; a devoted cousin/ traveling partner, Judy (Norman) Robinson; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins, as well as friends and former students

Guest Book

had the pleasure on knowing george his time in new orleans and he was a kind and gentle soul RIP

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My condolences, Doc tried to teach me Spanish many years ago with very little success, but he taught me many other things in life as well that have been just as important.

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Dr. Olivier, Eres, con mucho, el mejor profesor de español que he tenido o del que he oído hablar. Tuve 4 años, 6 clases en la universidad, pero aprendí más en mi segundo y tercer año de secundaria. A veces parecías un poco duro o tal vez solo era determinación y dedicación a la comprensión del español de tus alumnos. Oh, ¿qué era esa vieja telenovela española que teníamos que ver? ¡Sí, sí, sí, me he mantenido al día contigo en Facebook a lo largo de los años y me considero afortunado de haberte conocido y haber tomado clases con uno de los mejores! Te extrañaremos, nos vemos algún día, ¡espero! Dígale hola a la Sra. Luna y también la extrañaremos y la recordaremos. También la Sra. Mullins, la Sra. Adamson e incluso la Sra. Green. ¡Descansen en paz y amor, queridos maestros! Manteniendo a su familia en nuestras oraciones, querido "Doc".

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Sending our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Oliver family. Doc left a legacy in his community and schools he taught at. In addition, he taught most of my siblings including my husband and I. He will truly be missed. Stafford and Taylor families

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Dr. Olivier was one in a million. He was an influential teacher, a very interesting man, but most of all, a wonderful friend. He is going to be missed, however, he will remain in our hearts and minds. Thank you, Ms. Linda, for sharing him with us. We pray for you and your family that God provides comfort during your time of bereavement and provides peace during those moments of silence. In love, Mr. and Mrs. Thetheus White and Family

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My deepest condolences to you Cousin Linda and family. Dr. Olivier was an amazing man and mentor. He will be greatly missed. Royeese Ogletree-Hardaway

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Sending Prayers to the Olivier Family-Debera Ayers

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My Deepest Condolences to the entire Olivier Family. Send Prayers of comfort and peace. GOD IS!!!

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More than a teacher Doc was a Hero, Mentor and a Friend. We Love you and will forever miss you. Your memories will last forever. - Cliff Respress

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Doc was a teacher one never forgets. He was tough but taught perseverance and a love for new languages. You will be truly missed. Prayers to the Olivier family. - Amy Clyburn

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RIP Dr. Olivier. Happy I had the pleasure of knowing you. Condolences to your family!5

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Doc was one of my favorite teachers! There was never a dull moment in his class.. He will surely be missed!Thoughts and prayers to his family and all those in whom he has touched!

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My deepest sympathy for your loss. Doc was a wonderful man who touched so many lives. He'll be greatly missed. Abby Thomas

- Abigail Thomas

Doc was one of my favorite classes to go to! He had a lot of patience for me but some days he was just not having it. But on the days where he was, we would share laughs which ultimately affected the climate of the classroom. He was funny, I will never forget one time he was breaking down a verb and he knew it was gonna sound funny so he pauses and looks at me and says it, and I gave him exactly what he knew I would do, a loud immature laugh. He laughed too and shook his head and that memory lives rent free in my head forever. He was funny but stern, we knew not to try and walk over him. He was well respected because he carried himself with integrity and grace. R.I.H Doc, you will truly be missed.

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Doc was truly one of a kind. Looking back over the years, we were blessed with his compassion, love, and the care for his students. He was always someone you could approach and was like a part of our family! They don't make them like "Doc" anymore. My sympathy for the entire Olivier family

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I treasured my time in class. I have tried to incorporate some of his style into my own teaching. May his memory never dim.

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Doc was my daughter's favorite teacher (and I actually her in my classes...she picked him over me!) We laughed about that. He drew out the gifts in her and made her a better person. He will be deeply missed and his impact will be felt for many generations. God be with you Doc.

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It was a pleasure knowing and teaching with you you will be missed by so many God Bless coaxh Owen

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It was a pleasure knowing and teaching with you you will be missed by so many God Bless coaxh Owen

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Doc was by far one of my favorite teachers. He will never be forgotten. My sincerest condolences to his family and the lives he's touched over the years. -Ryan Hall

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My condolences to the family of an excellent teacher! Dr. Sid Chapman, Past President of Georgia Association of Educators

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My condolences to the family of an excellent teacher. Thank you for your service to humanity. Dr. Sid Chapman

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Dr. Olivier is one of the most loved teachers in Lamar County. Prayers for Linda and family. Janice Horton

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Dr. Olivier is one of the most loved teachers in Lamar County. Prayers for Linda and family.

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Doc was very influential in the lives of the students at LCCHS. Thank you so much. My condolences to the family. 💕 - Kristie

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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