Francine M. Oliver

Francine M. Oliver, 51, of Kalamazoo, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025, in Kalamazoo, as the result of an automobile accident. Francine was born July 23, 1973 in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, the daughter of Donald Oliver and Lorena (LaFlash) Montgomery. She grew up in Millville, New Jersey and in Kalamazoo, graduating from Loy Norrix in 1991. Francine enjoyed playing bingo, she loved her two cats, and most of all loved spending time with her family and friends.

Francine is survived by her daughter, Julia (Cameron) Doubblestien of Kalamazoo; two stepchildren, Tyler (Rachel) Blades and Taylor Blades, both of Kalamazoo; her stepmother, Debra Oliver, of New Jersey; three grandchildren, Grayson and Elliot Farrell and Milo Blades; four sisters, Kathy Blizzard, Crystal Clinard, Brook (Joe) Ritchie and Amanda Oliver. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Ray Schneider.

Cremation has taken place, and a celebration of Francine’s life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in care of Julia Doubblestien.