Janine Lakota (Thacker) Oliva, age 70, entered into eternal life on January 25, 2025. Janine grew up in Poplar, Montana on the Fort Peck Tribes Indian Reservation and has lived in Braintree for many years. Mrs. Oliva was a self-employed dress maker who loved to travel and cook “Family dinner”. She was incredibly creative and talented. Janine was proud of her Native American heritage. Daughter of Janice L. Thacker of Braintree and the late Alan Thacker. Beloved wife of David B. Oliva. Devoted mother of David “Cody” and his wife Jessica of Braintree and Gabrielle Oliva and her husband Blake Offret of New Orleans. Beloved sister of Fred Thacker and his wife Terry of Cave Creek, Arizona, John Thacker and his wife Terry of Lapoint, Utah and her late sister LeAnn Schrieber. She adored her grandchildren, Jackson and Sydney. Loving aunt to several nieces and nephews. Visiting hours at the Clancy-Lucid Funeral Home 100 Washington St. Weymouth on Saturday February 1 from 2-5 PM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Her funeral service is private for her family. Donations may be made in her memory to: The Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation, 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs, Crazy Horse, South Dakota 57730. ” IF TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY, AND MEMORIES A LANE, I’D WALK RIGHT UP TO HEAVEN AND BRING YOU HOME AGAIN.”
In memory of Janine Lakota (Thacker) Oliva, whom I and countless others shall never forget. Janine was a very kind, giving and compassionate person. She was an extremely talented dressmaker. Janine also served her community well for many years as an officer of The East Braintree Civic Association, organizing meetings, inviting speakers, taking minutes and preparing delicious refreshments. Janine will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her memory will remain in our hearts forever.