Middletown - Ian Alistair Oliver, 31, passed away from diabetic shock with his loving mother and step father by his side on December 15th, 2021 in Burlington, Vermont.

Ian was born April 30, 1990 in Sleepy Hollow, New York to Ouida & Scott Oliver. He grew up in Middletown NJ and graduated from Red Bank Catholic High School in 2008. Ian then attended the University of Vermont and graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. He also received the distinguished Renaissance Award at graduation from the Performing Arts Department. He was a lifelong performer, producer, actor, artist, dancer and singer.

Ian was an avid lacrosse and baseball player, President of RBC Ski Club, and member of the Performing Arts Club. He performed in countless plays and musicals.

After college, Ian pursued his passion and moved to Chicago where he performed and produced music for 7 years.

Ian is survived by his mother Ouida Oliver and Christopher Stone of Middletown NJ, his father Scott Oliver of Guatemala, and his sister Catherine Oliver of Denver Colorado. His devoted fiancé Jatie McGrath. He also leaves behind his devoted chocolate lab Duchess St.Laoghaire as well as aunts, uncles and cousins who loved him dearly.

Ian was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Dorothy and Roger Tharpe of Central Square, NY and paternal grandparents Ronald and Marion Oliver of London.

Ian had a warm heart, beautiful smile, kind soul and was a compassionate friend to many, especially his sister Catherine (Cat) and fiancée Jatie. He will be greatly missed.

Viewing and visitation for Ian will be held on Sunday, December 26th, from 3:00 - 6:00 pm at John E. Day Funeral Home, 85 Riverside Ave, Red Bank, NJ

A funeral mass will follow on Monday December 27th, at 10:00 am at Mary Mother of God in New Monmouth, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ian's name to the American Diabetes Association via http://www.diabetes.org or (1-800-DIABETES [342-2383]).

Suggested donation : American Diabetes Association

Funeral arrangement under the care of
John E. Day Funeral Home

Updated by : Jatie McGrath

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December 27, 2021

Claudia J Castro lit a candle

“In loving memory of Ian Alistair Oliver, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Ian had such an incredible personality and spirit, and we will all miss him very much. We are thinking of you during this time and are here to support you in any way you'd like.. Love Claudia and Alberto”

December 20, 2021

Jon Iler lit a candle

“I'm going to miss you, Ian... I wish we had more time. I will always listen back fondly to the music we created together. I will always remember the loving, loyal friend that you were. I hope that wherever you are now, that you found peace there. You're missed by many. I love you, man.”

December 20, 2021

JILLIAN KATIE MCGRATH lit a candle

“In loving memory of Ian Alistair Oliver, May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you! Ian had the purest heart and soul in the entire world! He will live on in all the music he made, the vocals he sang, the performances he performed and he will be dancing to it all in heaven where the beat will go on! Ian would like the memory of him to be a happy! He leaves an afterglow of smiles when his life is done. Love always and forever, Jatie McGrath”

December 19, 2021

Jatie McGrath planted 10 trees

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December 22, 2021

Aja Michelle wrote a sympathy message

“As much as I’d like Ian to still be here I know he’s dancing with the stars. His light shines bright. Happy to have known such a kind heart as his 💜”

December 21, 2021

George Baker wrote a sympathy message

“We are so sorry for your loss. Losing a child is the hardest thing imaginable. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, your family and everyone else who knew and loved Ian. Love and Prayers, George and Susan Baker”

December 20, 2021

Jatie McGrath wrote a sympathy message

“OXTAVIUS BABY! LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER! DANCE IN THE STARS! May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you! Ian had the purest heart and soul in the entire world! He will live on in all the music he made, the vocals he sang, the performances he performed and he will be dancing to it all in heaven where the beat will go on! Ian would like the memory of him to be a happy! He leaves an afterglow of smiles when his life is done. Ian you will be greatly missed! Love always and forever, Jatie McGrath””

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