Phillip Oliver Obituary

Phillip J. Oliver Jr. 76, of Pittston, passed away Friday, Sept. 29, 2023, at Third Avenue Health Care Center, Kingston.

He was born in Pittston on Nov. 12, 1946, and was the son of the late Phillip J. Oliver Sr. and Minnie Perfetto Oliver.

Phillip was a graduate of Northeast High School, Duryea, Class of 1965. He worked along with his father in their family business, Oliver's Lawn Mower Small Engine Repair Shop in Pittston and continued operating the family business for over 40 years. He also was employed by Panel Prints, Moosic, A&A Auto Parts in Moosic and Exeter and he retired from Walmart, having worked at the Taylor store and the Pittston location.

Phillip enjoyed his work in small engine repair, he found it fulfilling and took much pride in operating the business his father started.

He was a loving husband, father, uncle and friend and he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Vincent and Joseph.

Phillip is survived by his wife of 19 years, Carol Breymeier Oliver; son, Jeffery Reklaitis, Pittston; loving companion, his dog, "Ruger"; sister-in-law, Marylin O'Malia; nieces and nephews, Kimberly Morreale and her husband, Dominic; Kelly Rosser and her husband, Lee; Ryan Reklaitis and his wife, Jen; John Reklaitis; and many great-nieces

and great-nephews.

Phillip's family would like to thank Dr. Mauer Biscotti and his cardiologists, nurses and staff at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Chris McAndrew, CRNP, Dr. Bovva and Dr. Sattar for their excellent care and compassion.

Funeral services will be privately held at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are made from Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea.

Condolences may be made at www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com.