Robert C. Oliver
May 9, 1931- December 17, 2015
Robert C. Oliver, 84, of Chesterfield, died Thursday, December 17, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loving daughters, following an extended illness.
He was born on May 9, 1931 in Anderson, the son of John S. and Ora Hert Oliver.
He was a machinist for 43 years with Borg Warner in Muncie. He also worked for 15 years at John Sherry Lab in Muncie. He was a 1951 graduate of Markleville High School and served in the United States Naval Reserves and then in the Army from 1951-53 during the Korean War. He was a member of U.A.W. His life was centered around continuously helping others.
The family is grateful for the loving caregivers of Home Instead Senior Care and St. Vincents Hospice.
He is survived by his 2 daughters; Kelly (Jeffrey) Kinder of Chesterfield, Kim (Andi) Oliver of Sacramento, CA; and several nieces and nephews. He was the grandparent of Fur Babies.
He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Noland Oliver, John Oliver Jr. and Evelyn Hoppes.
Services will be Monday, December 21, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Rozelle-Johnson Funeral Service with Kent Stookey officiating. Burial will follow at Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery with military graveside rites by VFW Post 266 Honor Guard and National Guard Honors.
Visitation will be Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. and Monday from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, please drop a donation in a Salvation Army Red Kettle in memory of Robert.
Post online condolences at www.rozelle-johnson.com.