Tina Oliver, 67, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on November 24th surrounded by her immediate family at OSU hospital after a sudden illness.
Tina was born August 8, 1958, to Phil & Joyce Chapman in Wooster. She was a student at Triway Local Schools where she met the love of her life Dan Oliver in 1970 in the halls of Triway Junior High School. They were named prom King and Queen and voted Mr. Titan & Ms. Triway before they graduated Triway High School in 1976. They attended and graduated from The Ohio State University together in 1980. Tina went on to get her master’s degree in special education from Ashland University.
Tina had an unwavering passion for children and teaching that was evident through the lasting impact she made on her students. She taught for 30 years, including Shreve Elementary: Kindergarten, Fourth grade and as a Reading Interventionist and went on to pursue her passion for special needs children teaching at Ida Sue School. Recently she has been a mentor for OHuddle, a mentorship program for youth in Wayne County.
Dan and Tina were founding members of New Pointe Community Church Wooster Campus and had been an active members and mentors since. Tina was a faithful Sunday School teacher for over 40 years both at Ripley Church of Christ and New Pointe Wooster Campus.
She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, Mimi and friend. Tina exemplified God’s love in everything she did. She loved to cook, bake, garden and especially loved exploring new places, visiting the beach and hiking in Alaska. Her love language was serving others, especially through food; and her humble nature was ever-present. She had a mischievous spirit and loved to surprise people and bring joy to even the smallest moments.
Tina is survived by her husband Dan whom she married September 15, 1979, son Nathaniel (Allison) Oliver of Palmer, Alaska, Megan (Tom) Swart of Winchester, Kentucky, parents Phil & Joyce Chapman, brother David Chapman, sister Teresa (Galen) Miller all of Wooster. And the lights of her life, her grandchildren Elayna (15), Jack (13), Oskar (7), Logan (6), Ember (5) and her cherished nieces, nephews and in-laws.
Tina had the ability to make everyone feel seen and special and knew exactly how to love each person individually. She was the rock of her family, the compass to her friends and an unforgettable member of the Wooster and Triway communities. Her faith guided every move she made, and her life was rooted in sharing the love of Jesus with others.
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Church of the Saviour 480 Fry Rd., Wooster with Jonathan Wood officiating.
Friends will be received on Saturday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Church of the Saviour.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
Dan,Nate,Megan and families
Our thoughts and Prayers are with all of you. May God’s love grant you Peace in this difficult time.
Sally and Mike Huttinger
She was an amazing woman who loved her family and touched many hearts with the love of Jesus.
Tina was an absolutely amazing person. The words in this obituary describe exactly how I remember her growing up. Lord, comfort the Oliver family during this time! ❤️
Prayers for your family! God Bless!
Tina was so special to me. She was a gentle soul and could make you feel seen and special with a hug. I will will remember her forever!
She was the brightest light in every room.
Her love reached everyone—steady, intentional, and deeply felt.
She loved with her whole heart.
She cooked with the same care she gave to people, making the best monster cookies, the freshest salads, and meals that always tasted like home.
And she served—quietly, joyfully—never once complaining.
Her presence made life softer.
Her kindness made life better.
Her love made life fuller.
I am grateful for her friendship. Her motherly love, especially after the loss of my own mother. She will forever be missed.
Dan, Nathaniel, Megan- she loved you all so incredibly much. She loved your children and your families more than life itself. She would be over the moon when her family was coming to town. Keep coming. Keep showing up together. Keep honoring her with your time together.
All my love and prayers to you guys!
Dan, Nathaniel, Megan and families,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers! My childhood memories of Ripley are dotted with Tina’s warm and joyful smile! It was clear she loved the Lord and her family. May his love surround you now!
Marie Franks Leach
Dan, Nathaniel, Megan, Phil, Joyce and family – Tina was one of the most caring, compassionate follower of Christ – I echo all the sentiments that others have shared. She cared about everyone who Christ brought across her path – the last time I saw her she, along with her sister, were caring for her mom and dad. Will miss that beautiful smile and gentle soul that touched the lives of us all – now rest in the arms of Jesus Tina
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending you love and strength. All my love and prayers 🙏 to you all.
My deepest sympathy for your loss thinking of you all sending love and prayers 🙏 to all of you
So sorry for your loss.
Tina was a wonderful lady full of life, she made everyone feel welcome.
Her beautiful smile and gift of conversation was precious.
Hugs and prayers to you all.
Tammy Taylor
Dan, Nathaniel, and Megan I am so sorry that you are going through this difficult loss! Tina was an amazing caring, kind, loving person that you were all blessed to call her mom and wife. She is with Jesus! The author and finisher of her Faith. Praying this brings peace and comfort to your soul! Our deepest sympathy for you all!
Love and Prayers- Yvonne and Chuck
Dan, Nathaniel, Megan, Phil, Joyce, and the whole family…know you are surrounded by prayers. We are saddened by Tinas sudden death. May you all come together and be a support for each other during this difficult time. Anyone that was fortunate to know (or even just meet) Tina was blessed by her kindness, gentle spirit and sweet smile A small beautiful woman that cared deeply for so so many. Our deepest sympathy to you all.
Dan, Nate and Megan your Tina was the sweetest always looking out for others. Her smile was contagious Thinking of you all rejoicing that mom Tina is in the arms of Jesus.
My deepest sympathy for your loss and sending prayers to your family.
We are so so sorry for your loss. Dennis and I will be paying for you Dan and the rest of your family. Tina was an amazing woman and she reflected Jesus love to whoever she came in contact with.
Jesus cover this family in your love and comfort as they go forward. Father light their way.
Amen
My heart goes out to the family . May God comfort you at this difficult time. Tina was a lovely person who brought happiness to many.
I remember when I first came to New pointe, I joined a small group. Tina was so welcoming and had the biggest most beautiful smile. I knew I had found my home church. We served together a couple years later. Tina was truly an amazing women and child of God. I am so sorry for Dan and the rest of the family for the passing of this beautiful soul. My prayers for strength during this time.
The Oliver family’s.. sincere condolences on the passing of Tina. Her contagious sweet laugh & smile will be truly missed. What a strong woman of faith. Heaven received an amazing gift! Cherish all the beautiful memories each of you shared. May GODs love comfort each of you as the healing begins
Dear Dan and family,
I am so sorry for this devastating loss to your family. Knowing Tina in high school, she was a light to others, warm, kind, sweet, fun. I liked her so much! My thoughts and prayers are with you all now and in the days to come.
We are truly sorry for the loss of such a beautiful soul, and are praying for your entire family. Tina has left a wonderful legacy and made a positive impact on anyone she encountered throughout her life.
Dear Dan and Family,
We are truly sorry for the sudden and unexpected loss of Tina, a lifetime Friend. She was beautiful both, inside and out. She was so very caring of others. She will be sorely missed by all that knew her. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Rest assured that she has found peace and is in heaven with our Lord and savior, Jesus Christ. Sincerely,
Dan
We are so sorry for your loss and am praying for you and the family!! I always enjoyed spending time with Tina on decorating your home she took so much pride in her home and she was a beautiful soul!!
Praying for strength and healing!!
Heather & Randy Yates
Dear Dan and family, I won’t be in town for the calling hours but want you to know how amazing and special Tina was to all who met her! I got to work with her at shreve and loved every minute of it! She was such a great teacher and mentor as well as a great friend. I admired her faith and the way she made everyone around her feel special and loved! Even though your time was unfairly cut short, how blessed you all were to have her as a wife and mother! She was one of a kind and will be dearly missed by all but what a legacy she has left behind!! Praying for all of you!!
My heart goes out to your entire family. I remember Tina and Dan very well. It was early in my teaching career at the Jr High was blessed to have them both in my class. Tina was one of the most kind and positive gal ever. She was a blessing to all she met.
Tina was a wonderful person. I worked with her at Ida Sue School. She was so good with the kids there. I am so very sorry for your loss. Tom Banach
TINA OLIVIER!!
Another one of us great teacher’s at Ida Sue/Nick Amster Workshop in Wooster, Ohio!
Dan and family. First of ALL: my sincerest condolences to you and the family & friends!!
I know that us teachers have a lot people do not know. I worked in the Nick Amster Workshop, and
did know Tina, but just to say “HI”, and arrange our programs schedules!!
We had a lot to do for this population; they are worth all the time!!
I pray TINA will be remembered by all of you reading this with this verse:
Ecclesiastics, 3: 1-2 and 1-10…plus Psalms 41 then 40……It will help anyone in this circumstance.
We did talk and exchange a lot of information as well with the other teachers!
GREAT GROUP!!
JIM
With Tina we really enjoyed talking about my missions with the GREAT MAYAN INDIANS.
I had photos of the Handicapped I worked with in a fabulous program!
Tina was thrilled to hear of this venture!!
Jim
Dan and family,
We were very sorry to learn of your loss. We wish you some peace in this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Matt and Sondra Woods
Danny & family,
Words cannot begin to express how saddened we are to learn of Tina’s passing. It is with deep regret that we haven’t kept in touch over the past 35 years. You and Tina have always been a very happy memory of past times full of fun and laughter. You are all in our thoughts and we will continue to remember her infectious laugh, beaming smile and heart full of love.
Dan and family,
We are so saddened by the loss of Tina. I will never forget how sweet she was to our entire family, including our dog Tinkerbell when you took care of her over Christmas a number of years ago. Tina was also kind, genuine, and one of the most caring person I have ever met. We will miss her dearly!
So sorry to hear this, much love to all of you.
My thoughts and prayers to the Oliver family, Jim Ploucha
Dear Dan and family,
We are sooo sorry to hear of Tina’s sudden passing. We know that Tina is in heaven now, but we sure could all benefit from having her still here with us.
I first met Tina when we were at Mansfield Campus of OSU and she helped me study for an exam, her first act of kindness to me, and that was beginning of our 50 year friendship. Then our Dan’s came into the picture and we all had sooo much fun together!
Tina was the true Energizer Bunny and put Suzy Homemaker to shame. I think Tina woke up every morning and said, what can I do today to help someone?
She could cook up a delicious feast or bake a batch of cookies to put a smile on someone’s face and touch their heart. Tina was a true disciple of Jesus. Her kind, caring, giving, forgiving, loving nature and that sweet smile and infectious laugh are what we will all remember.
Please accept our sincere condolences and know that we are here for you and praying that you find peace knowing that Tina is in heaven and will always be with you through all the beautiful memories you will carry with you forever.
Love, Bev and Dan
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. So sorry for your loss. Joe and Edie Robertson
Dear Dan, Nathaniel, Megan, & Family, it is hard for me to find the words for all that is in my heart. I feel such profound sadness because I miss Tina so much already & can only imagine the sense of loss for her family. I also feel incredibly privileged to have experienced the wonder, blessing, & care that was Tina’s friendship. I am grateful that my last encounter with her so epitomized her kind & selfless heart for others. We ran into each other at Kohls just a few weeks ago. We shared concerns on our hearts, clasped hands, bowed our heads, & right there in the store, we lifted these needs to Jesus. What a beautiful memory of an indescribably beautiful & gentle soul! She resides in heaven’s light now & forever. May our memories inspire us in love, gratitude, & faithful service. May all those who love Tina be comforted by the Holy Spirit. We will see her again.
Dear Dan and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Tina was a kind and wonderful person. God Bless you all.
Kenny Musselman and Family
My heart is shattered! She was my kindergarten and 4th grade teacher. And my favorite teacher by far! It’s been 30 years since I was a student of hers but she has never left my mind. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mrs. Oliver was a truly remarkable woman!
I don’t even know where to begin. My heart goes out to all of Tina’s family and friends. When I was able to make to Wooster, Tina was always so friendly and welcoming. She has always been such a beautiful person inside and out. At a family reunion you cannot catch up on everyone’s lives. Tina’s obituary was so beautifully written and I learned so much more about her and her life. I am so sorry that this tragic passing has happened, especially to such a beautiful person and a beautiful family, from her parents and siblings, to her spouse, children, grandchildren, nephews and nieces, as well as other family and friends. I send my thoughts, prayers, and love to all.
Dan, Nathaniel and Megan,
What a tremendous hole there will be on earth since the loss of Tina! Words cannot express my thoughts! She was beautiful, sincere, a woman Faith who loved with everything in her! God sure knew exactly what he was going to do with her! From, Daughter, Mother, Sister, Aunt, Mimi and Husband she was a true testament of what all of these titles should be! Heaven gained an angel who will be your strength and the brightest star in the sky
I can’t even fathom a world without Tina in it shining her big smile. She loved everyone equally. Indirectly, she helped me realize I should pursue a career in special education. I saw her empathy when kids picked on our differently abled cafeteria helpers. Her empathy opened my eyes to the unfairness. I didn’t know your love story began in middle school, but you two were beautiful models of what true love looked like.
Tina was the kindest person I have ever met. Such an inspiring and compassionate teacher. May your family find peace in the memories of her extraordinary acts of love and her beautiful presence.
Dan and children,and brother
Dave I am SO Sorry for the loss of a very special person that lived a short life with you on this earth.
Tina was Loved by all that came in contact with her.
My deepest condolences to the family.
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Tina was my Sunshine! What a beautiful soul she was. I’m Jan Hooser’s daughter, Vicki. My mom and Joyce were best friends! Tina and I got together this past year and took our moms out for lunch once a month. Her and I would text back and forth about our moms., I had crazy stories about things in my life. She would laugh and giggle about my stories! What a caring and beautiful person she was. I use to tell her I wish she was my neighbor. She healed my soul! Loved her so much!
Dan and Family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of such a beautiful soul! Tina was definitely a light in everyone’s life that she came in contact with.
Praying for you and your family. May you feel God’s loving presence and the peace that only He can give at a time such as this.
May you find comfort knowing Tina touched hundreds of lives.
My deepest condolences and prayers.
I had the privilege of having Mrs.Oliver as a kindergarten teacher at Shreve Elementary. She was so sweet and really had a way of making kids feel loved and safe. She was always my favorite teacher! My deepest condolences to her family 🧡
Megan and family
Sending you my sincere sympathies for the loss of your mom. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
There are souls we meet in our lives with so much light and love that even short encounters leave us deeply touched. Tina certainly is one of those exceptional persons.
The family of Dave and Kate Baker sends to all of you who are grieving their deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort.
My condolences to Dan and family. Tina was a classy lady and devoted woman of God. Rest in peace, Tina…..
Dan and family,
Our sincere condolences to your family. It has been awhile since we were all ABC family, but we always will be!!
Dan and Family,
We both worked with Tina during “the good old days” at Shreve School. Tina was always a positive and uplifting person to be around. We enjoyed working with her and getting to know her. Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers your way.
So very sorry for your sudden & devastating loss.
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Oliver and Chapman families.
I understand the heartbreak of losing family members.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
My heartfelt sympathy to the Oliver and Chapman families. Tina was a kind hearted person who made others feel special. Our world lost a beautiful person. Much love to all of you.
To Dan and Family,
Our hearts grieve with you over the loss of Tina. She was such an incredible woman and had such an impact on so many including our family. We felt blessed to be in small group with you both and appreciated your wisdom and encouragement. Tina is irreplacable and truly one of the most unique, kind and special women I have ever met. She will be missed and thought of by many.