Taron Cornell Oliver

Taron Cornell Oliver, Sr., a beloved husband, father, brother and uncle was a precious gift born to Frank and Cornelia Oliver on May 15, 1953 in Deanwood, Maryland. He was raised in the Northeast quadrant of the District of Columbia in the Historic District of Capitol Hill.

Taron proudly obtained his GED in Washington, DC in 1975! Shortly thereafter, he became a self-employed entrepreneur becoming an independent contractor of carpentry and a vendor. He has left his skilled craftsmanship in many homes and businesses in the DMV area.

Taron entered into marital bliss with Cynthia Monk on July 30, 1977; and, from their union, three children were born Taron Oliver Jr., Tamara Oliver and Sakina Savoy. He also has two other daughters- Carolyn Dean-Battle and Tamika Hainsworth, His children were, and always will be his pride and joy and he doted over them with unparalleled love and affection.

Taron was baptized at Calvary Road Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia in 1980. But even before receiving the sacrament of baptism, he lived a life of servitude, charity, and unconditional love. Small in stature, but huge in personality, boldness, and character, “PeeWee” as he was affectionately known, was a neighborhood champion for unity in our Northeast community, celebrating our heritage, preserving the elderly, protecting the fragile, coming to the aid of single mothers, and putting a smile on every child’s face when the ice cream truck pulled up. When systemic racism attempted to break community spirit, Pee Wee worked tirelessly on The Annual Father’s Day Cookout at Sherwood Recreation Center, H Street Day, 7th Street Day, and many other cultural events that promoted Black Pride, Black Power and that Black Lives Mattered before it was a movement; his life itself was a powerful and impactful movement that will always be remembered and left an indelible impression on our entire city.

When we all reflect upon fond memories of Pee Wee, one could never forget his “one of kind” strut, jovial laugh and commanding voice. His rhythm of life had swag, finesse, and uniqueness. His confidence was a powerful example to those who lacked it, and his legacy spans generations.

Taron is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Cornelia Oliver, brother, Frank Oliver, sister, Vivian Shelby and son, Taron Oliver Jr.

He leaves to cherish his daughters, Tamara Oliver, Sakina Savoy (Antonio), Carolyn Dean-Battle (Brian), and Tamika Hainsworth (Alton), sisters Maggie Newsome, Beverly Johnson, Felita Simpkins, Deborah Livingston-Oliver, Geraldine Rose (Stanley), Peggy Sullivan (Terrance); one brother Wilford Oliver; grandchildren, Andrea, Tayron, Devin, Jakiyah, Tyrell, Rae’Ven, Raymond, Desmond, Hanijah, Zion, Saniya, Charles, Jelani, Jade, Alliyah and Tyshawn; two great grandchildren, Noah Oliver and Kauri Jackson, Goddaughter, Soon Mi Jackson, a devoted nephew Taron Oliver, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and life-long friends.

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