Celebrating the life of
Miriam Bishop Oliver
November 27, 1942 - January 31, 2013
Miriam Bishop Oliver
Miriam Bishop Oliver, 70, of Savannah, GA, wife of Frank Mac Oliver, passed away peacefully at home on January 31st, from a long battle with cancer.
Born in Springfield, Missouri, and raised in St. Petersburg, FL, she was the daughter of the late Reverend J. Bashford Bishop and Ruth Bishop. Miriam was an active member of Messiah Lutheran Church, where she enjoyed her church family and Bible study. She also volunteered at Candler Hospital gift shop when her health permitted. She was an avid reader and a true inspiration to those who knew her courageous strength.
After graduating from Florida State University, Miriam moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where she met her husband. She worked for Equifax/Choicepoint for thirty-seven years, where she received many awards for her accomplishments. She retired in April, 2005, and subsequently moved to Savannah in 2006.
Miriam is survived by her husband of 44 years, as well as her brother, John G. Bishop of Marietta, Georgia, her sisters-in-law, Pat Bishop of Brandon , FL, and Anne Hagin Glenn of Savannah, and brothers-in-law, Dana Oliver Linda of Savannah, and Steve Johnson Kathy of Atlanta, as well as several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her brother James B. Bishop, Junior of Brandon, FL. While Miriam had no children of her own, she accepted four children at various times and acted in a foster mother capacity.
A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, February 4th, 11:00 a.m., at Messiah Lutheran Church, 1 Westridge Road, Skidaway Island. Burial will be a private ceremony in Bonaventure Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church, or Hospice Savannah.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Dear Mac, I'm so sorry for your loss of Miriam - although 'loss' is really not an appropriate word to use in Miriam's case because she is not 'lost' but instead she is very much found. She has found peace and comfort in the arms of Jesus and for that we can all rejoice. Miriam became my friend through the Candler Gift Shop where we laughed and shared some good times volunteering together. Miriam was such an inspiration and motivator to me - never complaining - always smiling. She shared some of her life with me and for that I will always be blessed. God was so kind to share Miriam with all of us and for that I am very thankful. I'm sorry that I did not get to speak to you at the memorial service. It was such a beautiful remembrace of Miriam and her courageous life. God bless you now Mac, as you adjust to your life journey without Miriam at your side. Just remember she is really only a breath away and is in your heart always. Sincerely, Virginia Love
- Virginia Love, Savannah, GA
Mac and John, we will ALL miss Miriam so very much. As you know, she was more like a sister to me than a cousin. Her wonderful, always positive attitude about life was an inspiration. She always said she had had a great life and she was ready to go whenever God called her home. It is comforting to know that she is with her parents, brother Jim and other family members and friends and is also in the arms of the angels. She lives forever in our hearts.
- Cherie J. Bishop, Schererville, IN
Dear Mac and family: We have been praying for you and thinking about you at this time. Though we rejoice for Miriam, we grieve for you. Hope the service is especially meaningful. Cousin Dick and Carolyn Bishop
- Dick and Carolyn Bishop, Nixa, MO
My dear aunt Miriam will be missed dearly. She was a wonderful person, wife, friend, cook and aunt to Cindy, Millie and myself. We loved her very much and will always have her memories close to heart.
- Kristin E.Cargill, Hilton Head Island, SC
Miriam was a wonderful friend, teacher, and sister. A strong, positive and truly remarkable human being. 'I will miss you, everyday, sweet Miriam, and will hope to live by your examples'
- jolie cannon, clayton, GA
a great friend and inspiration to all who knew her
- beverly & ed perry, Clayton, GA
My sympathy and prayers are with the family and friends during your great loss.God be with you!
- Robbe Dickerson, Bloomingdale, GA
My sympathy and prayers are with the family and friends during your great loss.God be with you! Miriam was a sweet caring lady....very brave ...from the short time I knew her.
- Robbe Dickerson, Bloomingdale, GA
Our hearts go out to all of you and especially to you, dear Mac. We have all lost a true gem. Miriam will be missed by everyone who knew her. Know that she was truly loved.
- Kaye and Don Smith, Smyrna, GA
It was always such a joy to be in the presence of Miriam! She lit up the room wherever she was! We’ve always admired her humorous and vibrant personality, positive attitude, compassionate nature, tenacious bravery, and kindhearted ways. She is going to be missed terribly! Dear, sweet, wonderful, Mac . . . our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family as you we all begin to endure such an overwhelming loss! We know that Miriam is at peace now where she is no longer in pain . . . but in a place of grace and glory which totally describes the wonderful woman she was! Our thoughts and prayers are with you! May God bless!
- Cass, Pam, Bridget and Cassidy, Cumming, GA
Miriam will be missed dearly, the times we spent together was very honoring, joyful and happy. Everytime we see each other it was a very special visit..No more pain. God knows she was a fighter . always love u Debbie JJ and John..Peace to Mac and family..
- debbie berta aka jj, savannah, GA
Dear Mac, I'm so sorry for your loss of Miriam - although 'loss' is really not an appropriate word to use in Miriam's case because she is not 'lost' but instead she is very much found. She has found peace and comfort in the arms of Jesus and for that we can all rejoice. Miriam became my friend through the Candler Gift Shop where we laughed and shared some good times volunteering together. Miriam was such an inspiration and motivator to me - never complaining - always smiling. She shared some of her life with me and for that I will always be blessed. God was so kind to share Miriam with all of us and for that I am very thankful. I'm sorry that I did not get to speak to you at the memorial service. It was such a beautiful remembrace of Miriam and her courageous life. God bless you now Mac, as you adjust to your life journey without Miriam at your side. Just remember she is really only a breath away and is in your heart always. Sincerely, Virginia Love
- Virginia Love, Savannah, GA
Mac and John, we will ALL miss Miriam so very much. As you know, she was more like a sister to me than a cousin. Her wonderful, always positive attitude about life was an inspiration. She always said she had had a great life and she was ready to go whenever God called her home. It is comforting to know that she is with her parents, brother Jim and other family members and friends and is also in the arms of the angels. She lives forever in our hearts.
- Cherie J. Bishop, Schererville, IN
Dear Mac and family: We have been praying for you and thinking about you at this time. Though we rejoice for Miriam, we grieve for you. Hope the service is especially meaningful. Cousin Dick and Carolyn Bishop
- Dick and Carolyn Bishop, Nixa, MO
My dear aunt Miriam will be missed dearly. She was a wonderful person, wife, friend, cook and aunt to Cindy, Millie and myself. We loved her very much and will always have her memories close to heart.
- Kristin E.Cargill, Hilton Head Island, SC
Miriam was a wonderful friend, teacher, and sister. A strong, positive and truly remarkable human being. 'I will miss you, everyday, sweet Miriam, and will hope to live by your examples'
- jolie cannon, clayton, GA
a great friend and inspiration to all who knew her
- beverly & ed perry, Clayton, GA
My sympathy and prayers are with the family and friends during your great loss.God be with you!
- Robbe Dickerson, Bloomingdale, GA
My sympathy and prayers are with the family and friends during your great loss.God be with you! Miriam was a sweet caring lady....very brave ...from the short time I knew her.
- Robbe Dickerson, Bloomingdale, GA
Our hearts go out to all of you and especially to you, dear Mac. We have all lost a true gem. Miriam will be missed by everyone who knew her. Know that she was truly loved.
- Kaye and Don Smith, Smyrna, GA
It was always such a joy to be in the presence of Miriam! She lit up the room wherever she was! We’ve always admired her humorous and vibrant personality, positive attitude, compassionate nature, tenacious bravery, and kindhearted ways. She is going to be missed terribly! Dear, sweet, wonderful, Mac . . . our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family as you we all begin to endure such an overwhelming loss! We know that Miriam is at peace now where she is no longer in pain . . . but in a place of grace and glory which totally describes the wonderful woman she was! Our thoughts and prayers are with you! May God bless!
- Cass, Pam, Bridget and Cassidy, Cumming, GA
Miriam will be missed dearly, the times we spent together was very honoring, joyful and happy. Everytime we see each other it was a very special visit..No more pain. God knows she was a fighter . always love u Debbie JJ and John..Peace to Mac and family..
- debbie berta aka jj, savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
