SONOMA, CA — Barbara “Bea” Oliver, a production and touring veteran with Oakland, CA IATSE Local 107, died March 4 following complications from liver failure. She died at home with family and friends at her side. Oliver was no stranger to touring and production. Her years with FM Productions, The Jacksons, Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Natalie Cole, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey and the list goes on and on, placed her as one of the pioneers in the set, scenic and rigging trades.
When not touring, Oliver lived in Sonoma, CA, where she was active in many local events and fundraisers. She is survived by four children, five grandchildren and five siblings along with many friends.
A fund has been established in Oliver’s memory:
https://www.wepay.com/donations/bea-oliver-memorial-fund
A memorial service is being planned for early April in Sonoma. For more information, please visit https://www.facebook.com/bea.oliver1 for details, updates and to make posts.
