Ollie Ethel Amos Greenway was born November 30, 1958, to parents Walter and Ethel Amos in Columbus, Ohio. On Saturday, she departed this life, after a courageous battle with progressive health issues on October 21, 2023, at her home.
On November 11, 2000, she was united in marriage to the love of her life John W. Greenway, Sr. and they spent many wonderful years raising their five children and one grandchild in Columbus, Ohio.
Ollie was introduced to Jesus Christ as an adolescent and received the gift of the Holy Spirit as a teenager. The foundation of her Christian experience was established growing up in the Church of Christ of the Apostolic Faith, Columbus, Ohio.
Ollie graduated from Mifflin High School, Columbus, Ohio with the class of 1976. She later attended Indiana Wesleyan University where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. She was most recently employed with Trinity Health (Mount Carmel Health) as a Register Nurse (RN) for eight years. Prior to Mount Carmel Health, she worked with the Columbus City Health Department as a Public Health Nurse for over 18 years. She was dedicated to serving in the medical profession.
She loved her children and grandchildren; also, she loved traveling, singing, celebrating holidays, decorating her home and cherished any opportunity to cook in her kitchen. Those who were closest to her, knew and experienced her signature smile as well as gift of love, compassion, and valuable life lessons that she often shared with others.
Ollie was preceded in death by her parents (Walter and Ethel Amos); her four brothers: William Felton Evans, John Evans, Alonza Amos, and one sister, Barbara Amos. She is cherished and loved by so many. Those who wished she could have remained include her children: Manuel Fraizer, Atira Frazier, Cameron Frazier; stepchildren: John Greenway, Jr., Deidra Avery (Ronald); Hayden Greenway, adopted grandchild; sisters: Juanita Walker and Debora Branham (Melvin); brother, Walter Amos, Jr. (Karen); sisters-in-law: Sheridan Amos (Alonza); Dora Evans (William Felton Evans); Henrietta (John Evans); and a host of other grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ollie’s memory can be made to the American Cancer Society.
Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Friday, October 27, 2023 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. (one block east of Noe Bixby, turn North on Lonsdale Rd.).
Interment at Glen Rest Memorial Estates.
Ollie gave me comfort after my mom died by giving me a little, soft teddy bear. She told me to keep on my lap, under the desk. She said to pet the bear when people came in my office to offer sympathy. Petting the bear kept me from bursting into tears. Her love outreach was amazing. I am holding the same bear tonight in her honor.
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May the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with the family during this time of grief.
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Ollie was such a genuine and deeply caring friend and coworker. Her deep love for, and pride in her family was so inspiring. I cherish the many conversations we had about family and faith, and how Ollie always encouraged me and others to not give up on dreams and always look on the bright side. May Ollie rest in the peace and presence of Christ. I pray for her entire family and loved ones to be strengthened by God’s peace. Dear friend, you are missed! Thank you for the vibrant joy you brought to me and all who new you. Until we meet again on that beautiful shore. <3
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Ollie was such a wonderful friend and mentor. She portrayed her faith at work and in her interactions with her patients. I miss her and the wonderful conversations we had. I know Ollie is with God so I am happy for her. My heartfelt condolences for her family.
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It was a sad day, yet a joyous one because Ollie is no longer struggling with her health issues. She was celebrated, loved and honored by family, friends, and coworkers today. We the family take comfort in knowing Ollie is with the Lord. She will be forever missed and we will always keep Ollie in our hearts. Rest in peace my dear sister. We will always love you. Thank you for being so gracious, kind, and loving to so many!
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Mrs. Ollie was such an angle . With the most kind and lovable spirit and truly genuine soul. She welcomed me into the family with open arms no judgment. I am going to miss her along with our every Friday text between us. I will hold each talk she had with me very close to my heart. I made a promise to her and just wanna say I PROMISE TO DO WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT. TO THE FAMILY THANK YOU FOR SHARING HER WITH ME IT WAS TRULY MY PLEASURE
Ollie, it’s Shell Shell. I was wondering why you weren’t calling me back . You were always there for me. Eight grade is a long time. Today I went to your Face book page. Oh how heart broken lam. My childhood friend received her wings. I’m shook-up and heartbroken but I’m glad I found you. God has a keeper, love you my friend❤️ forerverfriends
Missing you. With love <3