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Oliver Richards

of Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth · aged 89
PassedThursday 26 March 2026Posted Fri 27 Mar 2026
Obituary

A life remembered

Mr. Oliver Richards, aged 89, of Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth, passed peacefully on the date above, surrounded by his loving family.

Born and raised in St. Elizabeth, Oliver was a devoted member of Ocho Rios Pentecostal for over 18 years. He worked as a carpenter and was well known throughout the community for his generosity, quiet strength, and unwavering faith.

He is survived by his children Pearl, Carmen, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends across Jamaica and the diaspora.

"Rest eternal grant unto them, O Lord."
Funeral arrangements

Service & interment

  • Funeral service for the late Oliver will be held at Christ Church, Port Antonio, Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth at 1:00 PM.
  • Interment follows at the family plot.
  • The family kindly requests that mourners wear white or light colours.
  • No flowers by request — donations may be made to the St. Elizabeth Infirmary.
Venues

Where we'll gather

Funeral Mass
Black River Parish Church
High Street, Black River, St. Elizabeth
Sun, 29 Mar
Burial
St. Elizabeth Burial Ground
Crane Road, Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth
Tue, 31 Mar

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Arrangements by

Eternal Light Memorial Chapel
Sharon Campbell · St. Elizabeth
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