Donald "Donny" Carl Oliver , 53, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord November 30, 2020. Donny was born March 13, 1967, an Akron native who attended Buchtel High School (1986). He pursued a career in truck driving mainly because of his love for traveling. Donny was a truck driver for over 23 years and was employed with Dayton Freight at the time of his death. "Donny O." as he was affectionately known, was a Pittsburgh Steeler Enthusiast and Super Fan to say the least. He was a loving husband, devoted father, attentive brother and uncle, loyal friend, caring cousin and dedicated son. Donny was a "Proud Papa" phenomenal and nurturing father to his children and was most proud of his relationship with his grandchildren, Carter Kahlee Dingle and Razaria Hope Evans.

Donny was preceded in death by his mother, Candice Oliver and is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Hope Evans-Oliver; daughter, Donella Oliver, bonus son, Carnell Evans (Tori), beloved, father Roger Oliver (Gwen); brother, Roger E. Oliver (Falon), sister, Stacey Thomas (Jerry) and a host of cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, very close friends and extended family. In lieu of flowers a Donald Oliver Memorial Fund will be established through donation in honor of his unconditional love for his grandchildren. A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children. Proverbs 13:22 (NKJV) This verse represents Donny Oliver's life goal and our families vision of generational wealth and legacy. Live stream can be found at this link: rhodenmemorialhome.com The Live stream will start as soon as the service begins at 12:00 PM.

-- D onald Oliver Memorial Fund

In lieu of flowers, a Donald Oliver Memorial Fund has been established through Huntington Bank for donations in honor of his unconditional love for his grandchildren. A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children. Proverbs 13:22 (NKJV) This verse represents Donny Oliver's life goal and our families vision of generational wealth and legacy.