"Let not our hearts be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: If it were so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also." John 14: 1-4

Olivia Gilles was born to the parentage of the late Mr. Volmar Gilles and Miracia Richard on August 26, 1930 in Leogane, Haiti. Upon completion of her schooling in Haiti, in 1967, Olivia migrated to the United States in search of a better life.
Oliva was a hard working mother who strived to succeed and who cared deeply for all of her children and grandchildren. As a loving and caring woman, the Lord blessed Olivia with 6 (six) beautiful children:
Marie Marthe, Frantz, Joseph, Moise, and the twins Myrtha & Myrlande; and 7 (seven) grandchildren: Joella, Terry Lee, Megan, Phillip, Amber, Natasha Shanice and Jonathan.
She loved her family and her family loved and cherished her in return. She instilled the highest level of morals and values into her children who will undoubtedly pass on the same teachings to their children as part of her legacy. They will always remember her as the devoted mother and grandmother that she was.
Olivia’s love and devotion flowed from her heart to her family and then her community. As a faithful servant of the Lord, she loved to talk about Christ and share words of encouragement with everyone her life touched. In addition, she attended St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church. Olivia enjoyed attending church and spending time with her family and friends. Anyone who became acquainted with her quickly realized that she had a good heart and a wonderful spirit. She will never be forgotten. She will be remembered for all her kind ways towards everyone.
On Thursday, December 21, 2006, Our Father Who Art in Heaven called his daughter,
Olivia Gilles, to be at peace with Him in His Heavenly Realm.

Née le 26 août 1930, Olivia Gilles a été la fille de monsieur Volmar Gilles et de madame Miracia Richard, originaires de Leogane, Haïti.
Elle a fait ses études primaires dans son pays d’origine, Haïti. Une fois ses études terminées, elle a immigré aux États-Unis en 1967 en quête d’une vie meilleure.
Dieu a béni Olivia en la donnant 6 belles enfants : Marie Marthe, Frantz, Joseph, Moise, Myrtha & Myrlande; Grand-mère de 7 petits-enfants : Joella, Terry Lee, Megan, Phillip, Amber, Natasha Shanice and Jonathan, elle a inculqué des valeurs morales que ses enfants transmettront sans doute aux leurs comme meilleur héritage.
Olivia avait consacré sa vie à sa famille et à sa communauté. Fervente croyante, elle a toujours prêché la Parole de Dieu avec foi et honnêteté. De plus, elle a été membre de St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church. Olivia a apprécié ses études bibliques et y a consacré beaucoup de temps avec son entourage. Tous ceux qui l’ont côtoyée ont vite constaté sa force de caractère et sa grandeur d’âme.

Le jeudi 21 Décembre 2006, notre Père céleste a fait appel à son âme pour être à ses côtés dans son Royaume.

«Mère repose en paix. Nous t’avons aimée et nous t’aimerons toujours,
mais l’amour de Dieu est incomparable!»



Elle laisse dans le deuil:
(She leaves to cherish special memories):

Olivia is survived by her sister O Galia Gilles and her six children: Marie Marthe Napoleon Exantus, Frantz Napoleon, Joseph Napoleon, Moise Napoleon, and the twins Myrtha & Myrlande Napoleon. She is also survived by seven grandchildren Joella Napoleon, Terry Lee Roche, Megan O. Exantus, Phillip Napoleon, Amber Henry, Natasha Shanice Napoleon and Jonathan Napoleon.

And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends! Olivia will always be loved and sadly missed.

Our condolences to the Gilles, Napoleon, Genece, Tasver, Exantus families and her dear friends.

On behalf of the children and grandchildren, we would like to thank every one of you for your support and we ask you to keep them in your prayers.


Thank you also to the Pax Villa Funeral Home, and Saint Christopher Church staff.


“Sleep on Mom and take your rest. We loved you and will always love you dearly but GOD
loved you best.”

Your loving Children