In Loving Memory
Sherwood Oliver
July 24, 1955 – February 16, 2022
Reflections of Life
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
Viewing: 10am – 11am
Funeral Service: 11am – 12pm
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Reflections of Life
Sherwood known to many as Spike was born July 24, 1955 in Brooklyn, NY to Jane Oliver and the late Ernest Lee Oliver Sr. He was the third child out of 5 children. He and his siblings were members of Mount Hope United Holy Church where they were all baptized and led to Christ at an early age. After graduating Automotive High School Sherwood hung around his uncle’s auto shop where he learned many tricks of the trade. Sherwood learned to play the Tenor Saxophone in his earlier years. This led him to become a member of a local band named The Prisoners of Soul. Their presence was known in the area as they played at numerous local events. In 1983 Sherwood started working with NYC MTA as a Train Conductor he later became a Motor Man and retired as a Supervisor in 2010. Shortly after retiring from MTA Sherwood started a part time job working for SNAP Senior Center where he transported seniors to and from the Center until his final days.
Life and Legacy
Sherwood was a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. He will be remembered for his love for his family, friends and the New York Knicks.
He was preceded in death by his Father Ernest Sr., his wife Joyce Oliver and son Kevin Oliver
He leaves to cherish: His loving Mom Jane Oliver of Brooklyn NY, His siblings Ernest (Glenda) Oliver Jr. of Long Island NY, Jeanette (Bruce) Croskey of Willingboro, NJ, Melvin (Linda) Oliver Sr. of Baldwin Long Island and Sharon (Mike) Patterson of Murfreesboro, TN. Three children: Terrence Oliver, Stephanie Hankins, Tyrone Oliver and their mother Deborah Oliver. 6 grandchildren: Kevin Oliver, Tyrone Herbert Tymeek Oliver, Ajali Hankins, Tymel Oliver and Tyheim Oliver. 2 great grandchildren: Arrielle Oliver & Ty’sere Oliver. A host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
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My Deepest Sympathies and Condolences to you the Family and Friends!!
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I met Mr. Oliver, when I was with his son on several occasions. From the very beginning I was treated like family, which felt good. We slept at his house, and had a beautiful time . Mr. Oliver was a great & very caring man. Very intelligent and I really was inspired. It was something I will never forget. You will always be in my heart. Rest in peace always. Love is love.
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We will always cherish the memories from early days of my babysitting you all to our children visiting and sleep sleepovers….to electric slide at family events..😘
You will remain in our hearts
Love Mary and Ernest
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My condolences to the Oliver family
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My heartfelt condolences to the Oliver family. I’ll never forget that smile, Sherwood was always smiling I would often say to him, what are you so happy about? and we both would laugh. He was a good man a good friend and a good supervisor. R.I.P brother.
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May, Sherwood, Rest In Peace! He always had a smile! He will be missed!
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God bless Sherwood, met him at one of the Pender family gatherings/reunions and was struck by his kindness and manners. Bless his family, his mom Jane and the rest of the Pender clan!
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I never got to know cousin but being a member of the Pender family is enough for me. You could not be a member of a greater family.
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With heartfelt condolences to my Aunt Jane and family.
Memories of Sherwood – he was a happy person. He loved dancing. At every family gathering, he was always the first person on the dance floor. Sherwood also liked to keep me laughing. He would call me by my sister’s name and I would call him by his brother’s name. That had become our comical ongoing greeting for each other for the last few years. I will surely miss you my cousin.
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My condolences to his family. He was a good man.He cared about his work family and friends He will be missed. God bless him and his family.My prays are with you
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My condolence to the Oliver family.
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Lovely service. You have heart felt condolences.
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Sending my heartfelt condolences 💐 and prayers of comfort to Sherwood’s family, friends and coworkers – Derand Simpson.
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My condolences to the Family. Rest in peace, Sherwood.
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You have deepest condolences. May God continues to bless the family.
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The Day family sends condolences to the Oliver family.Stephanie i love you sis.I’m always here for you..
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RIP Cuz,
You will be surely missed.
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To my favorite cousin Sherwood, you and Joyce were a perfect pair. Now you two are together, I love you and will miss you.
Sincerely,
Cousin Vanessa (Morris) Jackson
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R. I. P. Uncle Sherwood.
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My sincerest condolences to the Oliver family. Rest in peace Sherwood…
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Beautiful Nephew. Will truly be missed.
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R.I.P Spike you are truly missed 🕊🕊🕊🕊
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My condolences to the family and loved ones. Rest in heavenly peace Sherwood. You were always so kind and friendly.
With love, your childhood friends
Janice and Steven
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I did not know Sherwood but having his brother Melvin as my neice Linda’s husband gives me a bright idea of the phenomenal man he was. May God give the Oliver family peace and comfort during this tremendous loss.
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May Sherwood R.I.P
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My condolences go out to the Oliver family.
Sorry for your loss.
Spike was was a great coworker .
RIP you will be missed
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I met Spike while I was in school car for train operator in 1991 and he was working Coney Island Yard. He was cool from day one and we would always have great laughs. Down the line he became my assigned TSS in work trains. He was always professional and always looked out for the sister💕. He kept me on my toes. We stayed in touch even long after his retirement from MTA. I would always send him a text on his birthday and he would laugh that I always remembered ((I had to let him know it’s in my calendar)) lol…our last text communication was for New Year…He had such an infectious smile and laugh…even on my ((not so good days)) I could not help but to smile and laugh with him…Spike you are sorely missed. I thank you for the continued friendship always. My condolences to the OLIVER family 🙋🏽♀️💕
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When I was a yard dispatcher at 38 st yard I used to see him . He was a very professional and respectful young train service supervisor had always a pleasant smile on his face. May God almighty bless his soul. Rest in peace Serwood Oliver.
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A true gentleman. I once sold him a vehicle that I loved. He was a pleasure to do business with.
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I and my family very sorry to learn of this loss. Our “cousin” Sherwood (Spike) was married to my cousin Joyce. Once you come into the family, you ARE family! Like all of you, his grin, smile and sincere warmth will truly be missed.
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My condolences to the family and friends. I’m glad we were able to have some great times at our family reunions. Rest In Peace my cousin.
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To my brother spike, Rest In Peace 🙏🏿 Love you bro
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Where to I begin? My Brother Sherwood (AKA Spike) was a true big brother to me. We were so close growing up in the hood. We competed in everything, sport, friends and even for the top bunk bed we shared as kids. He was a true inspiration to me through out. He inspired me to play the saxophone, an activity I enjoy to this day. Words cannot express the lost that I’m and feeling. I tried to me as smooth as he was, but could not quite top him. My heart is empty, but I know he will continue to watch over me from Heaven as you did 66 years. I love you big brother. Until we meet again, may you Rest in Eternal Power.
Lil Brother
Melvin
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Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. My deepest condolences to Mother Janie Oliver and the entire Oliver family. My prayers are with you always. May the peace of God which passes all understanding and yet understands all things bring comfort and joy in this hour of your bereavement.
Warm Regards,
Phillip H Eason Jr
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RIP Cousin Sherwood!!
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Condolences to the family and all that loved and knew Sherwood. He was a good and honorable man. May the Lord continue to give us peace, comfort and strength in this time of sorrow.
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Was very grateful for the time that we shared growing up. I will always remember Sherwood as a positive influence in my life. May he now “Rest in Peace”.🙏🏾
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My condolences to the Oliver family. It was a great pleasure working with Spike. He was an awesome coworker and great friend. Que Dios de bendiga. Until we meet in paradise.
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My deepest condolences to the family in this time of sorrow. Praying for healing 🙏🏾. He was always a pleasure to work with. May He sleep in heavenly power. 🙏🏾
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Worked many long nights with him. A good man, a good friend. Blessings upon his soul and strength to all of us that know and love him.
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Condolences to the family.
RIP brother. ✌🏽🙏🏾
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My condolences to the whole family .Peace and Blessings to you .
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My deepest condolences to family I miss him great coworkers
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Deepest condolences to the family. When his wife passed he call me to take what ever I wanted in the back yard.
Rest easy .
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The Sherwood that I knew was smooth, cool, and a great uncle to my husband. Great smile and always pleasant. Aarons TWIN, is what I would always call him. At least I’ll know what Aaron will look like as an older gentleman. Rest well Sherwood, we’re really going to miss you.
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Sorry to hear of the death of your brother I remember Him very well sorry To hear he’s gone to the family I wish all the love to them my condolences to all.
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My deepest condolences to you and your family regarding the loss of Sherwood. May the peace and comfort of our Lord Jesus hold you all in his loving arms. RIP Sherwood.
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So Sorry to hear this. My condolences to his family.
May he Rest In Peace.
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Father God Sherwood is no longer in pain. Keep his family in your loving arms and carry them during this difficult time. My sincere condolences for your loss.
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You was the best father in law a daughter could have im going to miss you so much grandpa until we meet again
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My heart and sincere condolences go out to the family of Sherwood. May he Rest In Power
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My one fond memory is when I met you, you made me laugh continously! Rest in Peace. May GOD’s peace comfort your family!
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Rest in peace buddy, your Cousin James
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You will be truly truly missed 🙏🙏
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The Lord is close to all who call on Him (Psalm 145:18. As you walk through this time of loss, may you know that the Lord walks with you and He will comfort you. Blessing to the family. RIP Sherwood.
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Mighty Everlasting Father
Everything is changing around us
Oh God, my life, my circumstances and even the world
Oh Lord , my God help us to not fear this change , allow us to embrace it. As we embrace you daily.
Give us the strength to rise above every situation and overcome the darkness. Amen
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My deepest condolences to cousin Jane and the entire Oliver/Pender family in our loss of Sherwood, he was truly a warm and friendly person. May he rest in heaven!
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Sherwood will be sorely missed he was always smiling and happy when ever we saw. We will miss you cousin. Laura and Lenny
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May you rip you will be truly missed 🙏
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Will miss you unc especially your smile and that laugh. RiP
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I’m gonna miss pops taking me by unc’s house in Springfield whenever I came home to visit. The cookouts with the whole fam when we were younger.He was too cool. R.I.P 🙏🏾
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You will be missed:Hugo & Kathy
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Unc would always pick me up by my head (it was very big for a child my age), and grandma would always yell Sherwood stop. You’re gonna hurt him. Because if that I believe I’ve grown into the 6’4 man I am today. Love you Unc.