Peter Alexander Olliver
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Peter on 7 November 2025
after a long and brave battle with cancer.
Much loved husband of Jenny, treasured Dad to Claire and Simon, father-in-law to Lydia, and precious Pop to Zoe and Pippa. Beloved brother and brother-in-law to Donald and the late Ruth, Alison and Lex,
John and Sandra, David and Robyn, Alan and the late Julie.
Pete was a man of great positivity and good humour, which remained until the end.
He will be immensely missed by all who knew and loved him.
He also wanted us to thank those who provided care, support and friendship throughout his life,
particularly in these last few difficult months.
He requested in lieu of flowers, a donation be made to the Cancer Society of Marlborough
via their website or at the service.
Messages to the family can be addressed to 25 Bary Street, Springlands, Blenheim 7201
or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz
A celebration of Pete and the lives he touched will be held at the Church of the Nativity
on Friday 14 November at 1.00pm followed by private cremation.
The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed on the Cloudy Bay Funeral Services website.
CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z.
Service Details
Church of the Nativity
Friday 14 November 2025
1.00pm
Due to this service being offsite, we cannot guarantee the livestream broadcast. However, a recording of the service will
be available on our website the next day should any technical issues occur.
From - Beverley and Andy Frost
Dear Jenny and family,
Andy and I were both extremely saddened to hear of Peter’s death. Matt and Pete also send their love .
Your Peter was an irrepressible soul , who loved life and lived it well.
Your Peter was an irrepressible soul , who loved life and lived it well.
Thinking of you all as you say goodbye.
With much love , Bev and Andy.
From - Ian and Michelle Simpson
To Simon and family, thinking of you all at this sad time. Ian and Michelle
From - Carolyn Hanna (Coles)
To Jenny, Simon & Clair I’m so sorry to read of Peter’s passing. My heart goes out to you all. RIP Peter
From - Liz Cromarty and family
Dear Jenny and Family,
We were very sorry to hear the very sad news about Peter.
He and you have been such a formidable team and have had such a huge impact on the lives of so many
students and the wider Marlborough community. Thank you, both.
students and the wider Marlborough community. Thank you, both.
As a colleague, I have witnessed firsthand the respect for and the awe with which students have held Peter,
and am sure there are many who have been encouraged by Peter's gentle, kind, interested and humorous manner.
and am sure there are many who have been encouraged by Peter's gentle, kind, interested and humorous manner.
Take good care.
Thinking of you all.
Liz Cromarty and family
From - Kaye Dickson
We are so sorry for your loss of an amazing husband, father, grandfather and friend.
Sincere condolences to you Jenny, Claire, Simon and your extended family. Loving thoughts to you all.
Kaye and Euan
From - Boyce Family
We were very saddened to read of Peters passing.
Condolences to the family at this sad time.
Mekka spoke of him often and has missed him at school.
From - Scott Hantz
Mr Olliver was one of my teachers back in 2006 at Marlborough Boys College,
a shining star for all those who had the pleasure of getting to know him.
We may have lost a beautiful man in this life, but it is with absolute certainty that I know, heaven gained an angel.
I was bullied all the way through school, days where I wasn’t sure I could get through.
Mr Olliver was the one to give a little hope and a whole lot of kindness,
love and encouragement to keep moving forward.
I am who I am today because of role models in my life such as Mr Olliver.
I am about to become a military police member now in Australia.
A position that is only possible because of teachers like Mr Olliver who were passionate
about their job and students.
See you on the other side Mr Olliver.
Love and light.
Kindest regards,
Scott Hantz
From - Marcus Levermore
Peter was an extraordinary person who touched so many lives.
He was a truly dedicated teacher, and I’ll always remember his quick wit and warm, beaming smile.
I’m especially grateful for his presence at my own father’s funeral a few years ago;
sharing memories with him meant a great deal to me.
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
From - Cheryl Gibbins
I remember him being the driving force behind Marlborough Boys College getting their student
radio station up and going. X-static FM did him proud
From - Ethan McLeish
Thank you so much for your years of service to Marlborough Boys College.
You were one of the very first teachers I met, and you inspired me and pushed me to be at my greatest.
I am forever thankful to the lessons you taught me, and will forever remember your dedication
to my learning and my classmates' learning. RIP Peter, we will miss you.
From: Cooke family
We were so sorry to read of Peter's passing and send sincere condolences to you, Jenny and the family.
Our boys were all taught by Peter at Marlborough Boy's & recall his dedication to the job & his students.
Also remembered are the family from St Mary's School days.
Love and thoughts are with you Jenny, Claire & Simon.
From: Gina Anderson
Much love to Simon and his Whānau as they grieve the loss of a great man,
may you rest easy Mr Olliver. God bless.
may you rest easy Mr Olliver. God bless.
From - Francis Hassan
Sorry to hear of Peter’s passing and condolences to the family.
Peter was a caring and engaging person and the world was a better place with him in it.
From - Mia Jane
Dear Jenny, Claire, Simon and family.
My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to you all for Peter's passing.
I fondly remember an unwavering presence in my childhood of a kind, supportive, and welcoming man
with a big smile and booming voice. Peter's caring heart and sense of humor made every
encounter an enjoyable one. It was a privilege to have known him.
Much love and prayers being sent your way.
Mia
From - Chris
To Peter’s family. I am sorry for your loss. Peter was a wonderful man. He was always very kind and generous to me in sharing his advice and classics resources. I admired and respected him.
From - Ian Cameron
I knew and appreciated Peter as a reliable, conscientious and willing Justice of the Peace who
gave a very good service for his community but I hadn't realised the extent of his amazing service
to so many other areas of Marlborough. It was wonderful to hear the glowing tributes from MBC past
and present and from his Church.
Made me appreciate more than ever what a loss Marlborough has sustained.
From - Gill & Jim Wadsworth
Dear Jenny, Clare, Simon.
We extend our Deepest Sympathy to you at this sad time of Peter's passing.
The beaming smiles and quirky jokes, - there was never a dull moment in the
presence of the man we called - Peter - "O".
R I P our treasured friend.
From - Gabriella
Over 50 years of friendship since our youth group/university days in Christchurch with only intermittent meetings due to our different locations but every time we got together it was as if we saw each other weekly. So sad that you lost your very brave battle – always positive and with a smile. A life packed with so many interests and so caring about all those close to you. You will be dearly missed – you left us too soon.
With love from Gabriella and Sepp in Vienna
From - Judy Claasen
Very sad to hear the loss of Peter. For all of us at Nurse Maude we found Peter to be very respectful and kind hearted towards all of us. We had many of great chats and laughs, he will be solely missed
From - Gordon Strang and Erica Nurse
We're very sad to see that Peter died a month ago and we missed his funeral. Unfortunately we are prone to miss out
on events due to our retired and retiring existence at Rarangi these days. Peter and you Jenny were wonderfully welcoming to us from our arrival in Blenheim in 1990. We knew then that coming here was a wise move.
We're sorry that Peter had a tough time with cancer at the end, and we know he bore it bravely, as did you.
Our love and best wishes to you and family.
Erica and Gordon
