Thomas J Oliver Obituary in Greensboro at Perry J. Brown Funeral Home

Obituary For Thomas J Oliver

Mr. Thomas J. Oliver passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023.

A service honoring his life will be held Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at Saint James Baptist Church; 536 West Florida Street Greensboro, North Carolina 27406. The visitation will begin at 1:30 pm and the service will follow at 2 pm.

The burial will follow the service at Lakeview Memorial Park; 3600 North O'Henry Blvd. Greensboro, North Carolina 27405.

Thomas Johnson Oliver, 82, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Adams Farm Living and Rehabilitation Center.

Thomas was born in Greensboro, North Carolina on May 16, 1940 to the late Rudy and Macy Oliver. He was the last surviving sibling of eight. He graduated from James B. Dudley High School where he met Normesa, the love of his life. He played baseball in high school and coached several youth basketball and football teams at Warnersville Recreation Center. He retired from Wesley Long Hospital and worked part-time after retirement at Warnersville Recreation Center due to his love for youth and sports.

Thomas was a God-fearing man who welcomed everyone he met with kindness. He was a dedicated member at St. James Baptist Church, where he sang in the Will Green Gospel Choir and the Male Chorus. He loved to talk sports and watch any sporting event that was on TV. He was a golfer and bowler in his earlier days but truly enjoyed sitting on his porch talking with neighbors. He will be remembered for his love of his family, sports, and his bright and infectious smile as well as his wit. He took great pride in his children and grandchildren and all their accomplishments.

He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings, and his wife Normesa A. Oliver. He is survived by daughter Tonya Oliver Foster (Geoff) of Greensboro, his son Michael Anthony Oliver (Natalie) of Moore, SC; grandsons Michael, Jeremiah, Alan, and VJ; granddaughters Daphne, Ashley, Ann Marie, Marissa, and Mariah; and a host of nephews, nieces, and friends.

The loved ones of Thomas Oliver will cherish the legacy he’s left behind-God’s good and faithful servant. He’s now resting in the arms of his Savior and reunited in eternity with his wife.

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My condolences to the Oliver ,and Whiteside family. You're in my prayers. God Bless.

Prayers for comfort and peace to the Oliver Family and Foster Family. We love you and offer our deepest sympathy. Zelda, Justin and Jordan

God Bless you family, I'm going to miss Mr. Thomas, that's what I called him. Love Elvis and Joyce Casey.

Tonya and Michael, Thomas was a good friend I enjoyed the phones call we had together. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and payers are with the family. Paul Haizlip

Tonya and Micheal my prayers are with you both during this time of bereavement. We have always been part of each other's families for a very long time. I will miss Mr. Thomas.

Tonya and Michael my prayers are with you both. We have been part of each other families for a very long time. I gave great memories of Mr. Thomas. I love you both.

To the Oliver Family, We send our deepest Condolences to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved one. Sara, Tina and Arturo Maldonado. VA-Greenville.

Deepest condolences to the Oliver Family! May the great grace and peace of God keep you daily! Sherry Jordan

Deepest condolences! Praying for you daily!

Tonya and Michael, I am sorry for the loss of your father. May God comfort and keep you. He was always sharing a smile. Juanita Courts

Condolences are extended to the family.
You are in my prayers.
Betty Burnett
Lindenwold, New Jersey

Tonya and Mike: I am sorry for the lost of your dad. You all are in my prayers . John 14:27- Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. - Angie Hannon.

To the Oliver family: We are very sorry the hear of the lost of your father. We remember the good times at Warnersville Recreation Center back in the day when Tom was an assistant football coach and he enjoyed coaching Mike for 3 years he played. He continued to coach football and tried his hand with basketball coaching for a while,and always gave good advice to kids about life. May the lord be with the family and we will keep you in prayer. Warnersville Recreation Center present and past staff.

Tonya & Mike: Very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He is definitely in a better place now. I can remember all the good times we had at football games, basketball games and playing golf on saturdays. Always had good things to say about people and surely a man of God. He will be missed and we will keep you and the family in prayer. Billy & Mary Covington.

Tonya & Michael, Mr. Oliver will truly be missed, I just remember him always calling me by nick name...made my day. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and the family, May God give you all strength in the days ahead. Love Paulette Haizlip

Glenn and I are so sorry for the loss of your father. Please accept our condolences and let us know if there's anything we can do to help during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones right now. Glenn & Tammy Hughes

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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