Bruce Dale Oliver Sr

Bruce Dale Oliver Sr, of Columbus GA passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2024 in his home.

A Celebration of Life will be held 11:00AM Friday, June 7, 2024 at Cornerstone Church of God, 7701 Lloyd Rd Columbus, Ga 31909 and 11:00AM Monday, June 10, 2024 at New Horizon Church of God, 1305 Jenny St Longview, TX 75604

Born to Delbert Gentry Oliver and Wedena O’Neal Oliver on December 28, 1955 in Lufkin, Texas. Bruce graduated from Auburn University in 1996 with a bachelor’s degrees in vocational and adult education followed by a masters of curriculum development and industrial education in 1999. He was the Department Head of the Air Conditioning Technology Department from 1999 to 2009.

Bruce celebrated life. He had a big personality, a big grin, and an even bigger heart. He loved to write, sing, and play music. He loved to cook, feed, and entertain and he never met a stranger. He enlisted in the United States Army at 17 years old and was stationed in Germany where he reached the rank of Supply Sargeant, learned to make his famous Jaeger Schnitzel, and performed music for the American Rodeo Circuit. After returning home he was honorably discharged due to an injury while in service. He loved Jesus and was an ordained Reverend with the Church of God and has served as a pastor and evangelist. He loved country music and later produced a record with a song reaching number two on the country music charts in Texas. He owned multiple businesses throughout his life but found a true passion for education. He was thrilled to spend a decade educating others and helping them in their vocation. Upon retiring, he lived on his houseboat in Lake Eufaula where he enjoyed fishing and had some of his most cherished memories with some of his dearest friends. He then spent some time in Missouri, and Texas before settling back in Columbus, GA. Bruce left a lasting impression with any person he met. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He taught his children about hard work, respect, honor, responsibilities and kindness. He was a brother and a friend to anyone who needed one. He often gave generously to others. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

He is survived by son; Bruce Dale Oliver Jr. and Daughters;  Casondra (Mike) Adamson and Leslie Nichole (Rodney) Weatherholtz. His mother; Wedena O’Neal Oliver, Brother; Marty Dale Oliver: Sisters; Linda (Alton) Warner, Belinda Rogers, Joy (Steven) Mizell, Gwen Haver, Angela Soliz Grandchildren: Tatum (Kyle) Leistner, Dawson Adamson, Emily Martinez, Sophia Weatherholtz Great grandchildren; Ezra, Charlotte, Floyd, Violet and many other loved ones.

Preceded in death by his father, Delbert Gentry Oliver as well as his Brothers: Delbert Stanley Oliver, Donnie Oliver, Ray Oliver, and Richard Stokes

Floral Arrangements will be accepted by New Horizon Church of God on Monday morning.