In Sympathy: Gwen Janet Oliver
Mrs. Gwen Janet Oliver, spouse of Rev. Richard E. Oliver, retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Fri., Oct. 2, 2026.
Episcopal and Conference Office:
303 E. Wacker Dr., Suite 2020, Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: 312-346-9766
REPORTERS: Please contact Rev. Danita Anderson at (872) 810-0641. You may also contact her by email.
All others: Please fill out the form below to email the Northern Illinois Conference of The United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Gwen Janet Oliver, spouse of Rev. Richard E. Oliver, retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Fri., Oct. 2, 2026.
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