Pamela Mary Oliver

It is with profound sadness that the children of Pamela Mary Oliver, announce her sudden passing at the age of 91, on Wednesday, May 16, 2018. Pam was born June 7, 1926 to the late Fred and Decima Parsons in Clydach, Wales where she spent her teenage years during World War II serving in the Women’s Land Army. It was here she met the love of her life, Bert Oliver, while he was on leave from the army visiting relatives. They were married in October of 1945, and the next year, she immigrated to Canada as a War Bride, sailing alone on the Aquitaina, as Bert was released from duty then. It was a tremendous adjustment, leaving the only home she had ever known to arrive in the small remote town of Fort Frances and move in with her in-laws until they could get their own house where she devoted her life to raising her five children. Pam made many friends in the community, especially becoming very active and close with her 'sisters' in the Overseas Wives Club. Her special place was at their cabin at Bears Pass, hosting many friends and relatives who enjoyed her amazing meals and baking. You could always count on being served an afternoon treat along with a cup of tea. She also had quite the green thumb, and tended dozens of flower beds which bloomed beautifully under her tender loving care. The endless wildlife at the lake certainly benefited from her attentions as well. Pam had a soft spot for all of it - feeding the birds was a favorite past time, you could often find her at the dock feeding the ducks and looking for turtle's eggs on the beach, and the squirrels ate right out of her hand. She had a love of animals that extended to her own home, raising many dogs throughout her lifetime. She and Bert traveled extensively during their retirement, returning to Wales and England many times to visit loved ones. Sadly, Pam lost Bert in 2010, after 64 years of marriage. They meant everything to one another, and it gives us some comfort knowing that they are together again. She was predeceased by her brothers Frederick and Ken, as well as her sister June. Pam is survived by by her five children; Darcy (Diane), Kenneth, Carolyn, Trevor (Roberta) and James, all of Fort Frances. She is also survived by her grandchildren; Pam, Debbie, Robert, Brandis and Andrea; their children Keegan, Kaitlyn, Miami, Benjamin, Jayger, Decyma, Devyn and Cayden; as well as numerous extended family members that hold special memories of Pam. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will take place at St. John's Anglican Church on Monday May 28th at 11am. Should friends and family so desire, in memoriam donations may be made to Fort Frances and District Community Living or St Johns Anglican Church. "Your presence we miss, our memories we treasure; loving you always, forgetting you never."