Sandra Oliva's Obituary
Sandra M. Oliva, 84, of Tampa, passed away on February 12, 2024, in Tampa, Florida.
Sandra was born on August 23, 1939 in Ybor City, Florida. A life-long Tampa resident, she was a
devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She graduated from Our Lady of
Perpetual Help School, she married her high school sweetheart Jose Oliva, they were married
for 63 years. Sandra worked for the Tampa Tribune until she retired in 2002,
Sandra enjoyed traveling the world with Jose and their many dear friends; she was a proud
member of the Krewe of Cigar City. A devout Catholic, she was a member of Mary Help of
Christians Parish.
Sandra is preceded in death by her mother, Conchita Pena and husband Jose Oliva. She is
survived by her children Gene (Leah) Oliva and Nicole Oliva Zimmerman; grandchildren Tyler
Oliva, Julia Miller (Patrick), Emma Zimmerman, and Jillian Zimmerman.
Mass will be held Saturday, March 23, 2024, 11:00 AM at Mary Help of Christians Parish, 6400
East Chelsea St., Tampa Florida. Family visitation at 10:15.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude’s.
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