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Geraldine M. “Jerry” Oliver, 83

February 17, 2015

Geraldine M. “Jerry” Oliver, 83, of East Hempfield Twp., died at St. Anne’s Retirement Community on Tuesday, February 17, 2015. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Walter C. and Eleanor (Smith) Mauer. She celebrated 38 years of marriage to Dennis L. Oliver last August. Jerry’s first husband, Richard F. Magner, died in 1973.

A graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School, she owned a ceramic business at Pine St. and Harrisburg Pike. Jerry started the ceramic program at Susquehanna Association for the Blind. She was previously in charge of Sacred Heart School Cafeteria and was a member of the Sacred Heart Guild. She was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Jerry loved to bake, and she enjoyed gardening, reading, crafts and sewing. She was involved in the US Coast Guard Auxiliary.

In addition to her husband Dennis, Jerry is survived by six children: Maryanne Kinney (Willie), Colleen Magner, Christopher Magner (Carolyn), Ticia Magner, Jason Oliver and Jeremy Oliver (Elizabeth); 9 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and her siblings: Robert Mauer (Sandy), Doris Smith (Ronald) and Eleanor Dougherty (John). Jerry was preceded in death by her children Patrick Magner and Kathleen Magner Fox and siblings Walter Mauer and Florence Evans.

A visitation will be held 10 to 11 am, followed by 11 am Mass celebrated by Rev. Daniel P. O’Brien, on Monday, February 23, 2015, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 501 East Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17602. Interment in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

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February 25, 2015

To the Magner/Oliver families,
I am sorry I did not know of Mrs. Oliver’s passing until today. Please accept our sicere condolences. I knew her for many years and I was always amazed with her work ethic and constant positive attitude. May you all find peacewith knowing she is in heaven.
Love and peace,
Mary Lynn Hobday DiPaolo and family.

February 21, 2015

Dennis I’m sorry to hear about Jerry. Prayers for you and your family.
Kenneth Guthrie. BYHS 1964

February 21, 2015

Dennis,
We are so sorry to hear about Jerry. I just saw you a few months ago and it was so good to see you both.
i remember Jerry fabulous cooking and when she made ceramic hearts for our wedding. She was a very special lady
We will keep you & your family in our prayers..
Carm & Mark Raubenstine

February 20, 2015

Dennis… Treva & I am sorry to hear about “Jerry”. We allways had good times at our class reunions and she never met a stranger & allways made herself at home. Our prayers are with you & your family. Treva & J.C. Winstead lll BYHS Class of 1964

February 20, 2015

I first met Jerry when I began to volunteer at Sacred Heart School cafeteria. I always looked forward to my scheduled work days because she was so much fun to be with. And I learned so much from her about food prep and food safety. I still volunteer at the cafeteria and memories of Jerry linger on. My sympathies to her husband and family.

Sincerely,
Jane Strassle

February 20, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to the Oliver family ~ keeping you all in our prayers.
Sincerely,
The Fischer Family

February 19, 2015

Mr. Oliver, Jeremy, Jason, and the rest of the Oliver/Magner Family,

I had the privelege of knowing Mrs Oliver for more than 25 years. I offer my deepest condolences for your loss. I have many great memories of your mom and some of the best times I had growing up were at the old Chestnut street house. I will always remember Mrs. Oliver for her almost constant smile, her infectious laugh, and her genuine love for all of her son’s friends throughout the years. She will be forever missed, but it is reassuring to know that she is at peace now and no longer in pain. It was an honor to develop a close relationship with Mrs. Oliver over the years and I loved and respected her very much. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Sincerely,
Matt Phelan

Visitation: Monday, February 23, 2015; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church; 501 E. Orange St.; Lancaster, PA 17602
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Services: Monday, February 23, 2015; 11:00 AM; St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church; 501 E. Orange St.; Lancaster, PA 17602
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