Nick Johns Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 (edited) Tony Oliver has died suddenly at his home, one of the pioneers of military vehicle collecting in the UK founder of TLO film services, and the History on Wheels museum at Eton, our thoughts are with his wife Vera and the family. Funeral arrangements are on the museum website http://www.historyonwheels.co.uk/?b6bbe7dfd5f8c33aebcc48b7ab009411=59f6cac9b40cb719c2f11ae62af06aba Edited August 30, 2013 by Nick Johns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arcot1751 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 A sad loss R.I.P Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wally dugan Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 never met but spoke on the phone sad lost RIP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_bish Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 sad news. /p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
river6 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Great loss to the Vintage Military Vehicle scene. RIP Tony. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David B. Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 (edited) sad news. /p Probably one of the most knowledgeable and enthusiastic experts and advisors on military vehicles and militaria ever. A thoroughly nice man who would give anyone more than just the time of day with the benefit of his years of experience,knowledge and his extensive collection of documents,books and manuals. He was top of the tree since the film "Battle of Britain" and was enjoying his retirement from the film business indulging himself by exercising his ever enquiring mind on fresh lines of research. Expert on so many subjects from Imperial Russian militaria through French taxis to Japanese sake bowls and so much more. A truly irreplaceable figure, I shall miss him greatly. David Belcher. Edited August 28, 2013 by David B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 A great loss to the MV world. I hope the collection stays together. Though I must adnit to coverting many things there. Not only the vehicles but the rest of things the 'Junk' he has saved over the years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferretfixer Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 I have known Tony for over 38 Years. He was a Pioneer in his day, & continued to learn & share his wealth of knowledge. A very helpful & generous person, who would always try to help if he could. A very sad loss to the Military Fraternity & collectors the World over. His loss will be felt greatly in the Film World! Heartfelt Condolences to Vera & Tony's Family. :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David B. Posted August 31, 2013 Share Posted August 31, 2013 (edited) Tony Oliver has died suddenly at his home, one of the pioneers of military vehicle collecting in the UK founder of TLO film services, and the History on Wheels museum at Eton, our thoughts are with his wife Vera and the family. Having spoken to the family today my information is that the service at St John's Church, Egham actually begins at 12.30 on Monday September the 9th but an early arrival is advised as parking in the area is quite difficult. It is hoped that there will be a good representation of museum vehicles at the church and following the church service there will be a private cremation. Later in the afternoon from approximately 3 pm there will be wake at the museum to which those who knew Tony are invited to attend. All those able to bring a classic/military vehicle to the wake are urged to do so and it is hoped there will be an outstanding turnout as Tony would have loved to have seen. Contrary to the information on the website,donations are invited to the British Heart Foundation. Family flowers only. Edited September 1, 2013 by David B. Correction Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfy Posted August 31, 2013 Share Posted August 31, 2013 Met him once, he was a nice guy and had a great collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David B. Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Having spoken to the family today my information is that the service at St John's Church, Egham actually begins at 12.30 on Monday September the 9th but an early arrival is advised as parking in the area is quite difficult. It is hoped that there will be a good representation of museum vehicles at the church and following the church service there will be a private cremation. Later in the afternoon from approximately 3 pm there will be wake at the museum to which those who knew Tony are invited to attend. All those able to bring a classic/military vehicle to the wake are urged to do so and it is hoped there will be an outstanding turnout as Tony would have loved to have seen. Contrary to the information on the website,donations are invited to the British Heart Foundation. Family flowers only. PLEASE NOTE CORRECTION TO THIS POST Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markoliver Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I would like to thank you all for all your kind messages regarding dad Dad was always interested talking to anyone regarding vehicles etc and was upset when old age caught up and was unable to attend as many shows as he would have liked. His son Peter will carry on the running of the museum and we will all be entering more shows in the future, in honour of dad Dad we all miss you so much. mark oliver any one who knew dad will be welcomed at the memorial service on Monday 9th September at St Johns Church Egham Surrey at 12:30. Please arrive by 12:00 as we are expecting many friends. There will be refreshments to be held at Longclose House SL4 6 QY after. Thank you all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Good news that you will be carrying on with the museum. In addition to be a nice place to stop for a cuppa, the education and inspiration the collection has engendered over the years is pricless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferretfixer Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 The Museum will also help to keep Tony's Memory & Profile alive. That is excellent news, Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David B. Posted September 7, 2013 Share Posted September 7, 2013 Tony Oliver has died suddenly at his home, one of the pioneers of military vehicle collecting in the UK founder of TLO film services, and the History on Wheels museum at Eton, our thoughts are with his wife Vera and the family. Having spoken to the family today my information is that the service at St John's Church, Egham actually begins at 12.30 on Monday September the 9th but an early arrival is advised as parking in the area is quite difficult. It is hoped that there will be a good representation of museum vehicles at the church and following the church service there will be a private cremation. Later in the afternoon from approximately 3 pm there will be wake at the museum to which those who knew Tony are invited to attend. All those able to bring a classic/military vehicle to the wake are urged to do so and it is hoped there will be an outstanding turnout as Tony would have loved to have seen. Contrary to the information on the website,donations are invited to the British Heart Foundation. Family flowers only. Just a reminder to anyone who may have missed this thread. Tony's funeral takes place next Monday the 9th September, 12 for 12.30. Later in the afternoon there will be a gathering of friends at the museum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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