Lawrence Oliver

Lawrence “Lamb” Emmett Oliver, 88, longtime Aberdeen resident and former painter passed

away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at his home in Aberdeen, Washington.

Lamb was born on November 17, 1935, in Tulalip, Washington to parents, James and

Josephine (James) Oliver. The family moved to Pacific Beach a few years later, where Lamb

attended Moclips schools and graduated from Moclips High School in 1953. He began working

as a lumber grader with Aloha Lumber Mill for a few years. He then became employed with

McCullough Painters, painting houses and commercial properties for over 30 years until his

retirement.

On June 28, 1957, Lamb married the love of his life, Jacqueline Best, at Our Lady of Good Help

Catholic Church in Hoquiam, Washington. The couple lived in Hoquiam until 1962 before

purchasing their forever home in Aberdeen, Washington. They later had 4 children.

Lamb was a proud member of the Lummi Nation. He was the grounds crew chief during Tribal

Canoe Journey with the “Willapa Spirit”, the family canoe. After he retired from the grounds

crew position, Lamb became a mentor for the Oliver Canoe family crew, for the new canoe, the

Le Comeqw. He also coached his daughter's baseball teams, becoming the team favorite for his

daughters and the other local girls while traveling to various tournaments throughout the years.

Lamb enjoyed bowling, he was on a mixed doubles team with his wife, daughter, Barb, and son-

in-law, Perry. After meeting many professional bowlers through his grandson Perry D’s bowling

endeavors, Lamb started to watch professional bowling on TV. He also took pleasure in playing

darts with Jackie, Linda, and Bob and later with his son Larry. Lamb loved traveling with his

wife to watch his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren participate in sporting events.

One of his favorites was their annual Las Vegas trip to watch Perry D. bowl in the Team USA

trials. He was very proud when Perry made the team in 2019, later winning a gold medal in the

team event in Lima, Peru. Of course, Lamb was entertained with his favorite TV programs, and

scrolling through Facebook, seeing what everyone was up to, and throwing in his two cents

worth in. While Lamb enjoyed many things, his family was his world, as he was their number 1

fan. Through sporting events and camping, they were always together. So many wonderful

memories were made that are still talked of today and will forever be cherished. Lamb was a

wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who loved deeply and will be

forever loved and greatly missed.

Lamb is survived by his wife of 66 years, Jackie Oliver, of the family home; daughters: Diane

Dea, of Auburn, Washington, and Barb (Perry) Crowell, of Hoquiam, Washington; son: Larry

(Tami) Oliver, of Hoquiam, Washington, Son-in-law Robert (Linda) Sipe, of Montesano,

Washington, bonus son: Russ (Vickie) Sipe, of Hoquiam, Washington, and brothers: Jim

(Margie) Oliver, and Rob Oliver; sisters: Joanne Potter and Marie Sagaberd; 14 grandchildren;

35 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his loving daughter, Linda Sipe; parents: James and Josephine

Oliver; sister, Marlene Dixon; and brother, Doug Samples.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Fern Hill

Funeral Home. A rosary service will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 7:00 PM located

at Fern Hill Funeral Home. A funeral will take place on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 12:00 PM at

St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Aberdeen, Washington. Graveside services will follow at Fern Hill

Cemetery in Aberdeen, Washington. Reception at the Aberdeen Elks will follow. If you wish to

leave a memory or note of condolence for the family, please visit www.fernhillfuneral.com.

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