So sorry to just find out about this ! I worked with Bob for many years At Allison Transmission and played a lot of tennis with him( he truly loved that game!!) He was such a kind person- everything the obituary said about him was true and more!! My sincere condolences to the family!! David Jenkins

At St. Michael's he was known as "Bobby," when I first met him. He was always interested in playing games, having fun. Those characteristics obviously translated well to coaching young people in various sports, activities where he excelled and was

highly regarded.

I will remember him as a good friend and classmate at both St. Michael's and Cathedral. My heartfelt condolences to his wife, sons and their wives, grandchildren, siblings, and extended family.

Nick Pitz, Cathedral '64

So sorry to hear about Bob's passing. I was proud to share his birthday, only a year earlier. He is in my prayers. Jim Niehus

I was very sorry to hear Uncle Bob passed. He was a very nice guy and always had something funny to say. When I was a child he always made sure to include you and made you feel welcome, I will miss him.

Dear Brian and family,

The Collets" extend to you and your family our sympathy and prayers during this period of sadness for you and your family. I am sure Jack was among the first to greet your dad on the other side--that in its self would be comforting.

Eileen;s oldest is a senior in high school and is looking at a bright future, Her youngest is a frosh at Cincinnati X and plays water polo and tennis for the school and is a media commentator/announcer for the school's sports network.

Take care.

Chuck & Louise Collet

Barb, I am so sorry for your loss. Bob put up a good fight! He was quite a Man! I first met Brian through my son, Bob Kort, Brian worked for my son through his teen and early 20’s. Brian is a hard worker and

Perfectionist as is his father was.Bob set the Best example of a caring, kind, devoted, sensitive , humorist, trust- worthy, honest, and just fun to be around guy. My Bob and Brian became very close friends.

I met Barb when I started working at BJ Perry’s Luggage and Gifts. I had the best time working with Barb, Carla, and Frank. Barb and I were good workers, and enjoyed working for the best Bosses. . It was a pleasure to work for Frank and Carla. Barb became a really good friend, and we shared a lot in common with our boys. Brian and Bob each had a set of twins. My Bob would bring his daughter into Perry’s so we ( Barb and I) could get our baby fix. I remember going to Brian’s wedding. Bob Oliver was so proud of his sons! We had so much fun dancing, and partying with the family!

Bob was loved by so many people. He will be surely missed! Rest In Peace, Bob.

Sad for Barbara, Chris, Brian and all the Olivers. Bob was my friend for 54-55 years. (Can't remember exactly when Barb identified him as The One.) I have more memories of Bob than I can recall anymore. I'll miss you, Mr. Olives and hope to see you later. Wish you could have pulled this one off. You were quite the fighter.

Barb, Sorry for your loss and at a very hard time for the whole world! Susan Sperry, West Lafayette IN

He was a kind and gentle soul with a spark of inquisitiveness that made a conversation a treat. Rest In Peace, Bobby Oliver, and condolences to your immediate and extended family.

I first met Bob at “Allison” about 1982. Not long after meeting, we began walking to the Old Village Deli for lunch. Back then we only had 48 minutes for lunch and it was about 0.75 miles to the deli. We calculated that if we called ahead (so we could sit down and eat as soon as we got there) and walked at a brisk pace, we could make it back to work in time. We did this most every day thru the 1980’s, even when the sidewalks were covered in snow and slush. Bob was a great conversationalist and the time always went by too fast.

Bob was the first to suggest that we start competing in 5k walks. We did several including Eagle Creek, Butler University and of course the Indy 500 5k held in early May. Bob and I were good at pacing each other and by encouraging each other we consistently averaged above 4 mph. Did I mention that Bob is 9 years older than me? I am thankful that I had “youth” on my side…

This is just one of the fond memories I have of Bob. He was respected, looked up to, and loved. I am honored to be able to call him a dear friend.

love and peace to your family

I had the pleasure of working closely with Bob at Allison Transmission. He was funny, knowledgeable, persistent, inquisitive, and dedicated. He never met a question he wouldn’t ask and was a master at playing the devils advocate if a point needed to be made. He was a special co-worker, mentor, gentle soul, and friend, not to mention a tireless warrior against his health issues these last few years. Truly one of a kind. He’ll be sorely missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.........Prayers for peace and comfort for his family and friends........Yours was a life well lived and a job well done.......R.I.P. Bob Oliver

I had the pleasure of working with Bob. Bob never had a question he was afraid to ask (not ever!) and he always took the time to make sure the job was done right. I will never forget the time he did a cartwheel in the aisle (and this was not early in his career). His kindness in making sure that others appeared as knowledgeable as he was. Giving me a huge box of legos for my kids. His driving me kind of nuts with his attention to detail. He used to have a sign hanging outside his cubicle- when all is said and done more is said than done. Whoever first came up with that quote surely did not know Bob. We were all blessed to know him.