In profound sorrow we the Management & Staff of Turnbull's Funeral Home & Crematory Services announce the passing of Oliver Hendrickson, 82, of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands who passed away Friday, May 22, 2026. Our Beloved Community Torchbearer [Favorite Science Teacher / Educator], Grandfather, Father, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Comrade, and Friend His passing was considerably unexpected, however peaceful — as he left this earthly plain as he slept. Oliver E. Hendrickson was born on St. Kitts in the West Indies on February 5, 1944 and resided on St. Thomas USVI for over 55 years. Outside being a Family Man, he was known as an Educator, Professional Golfer, and [Novice] Musician. May his soul rest in eternal peace and his legacy live on through his children, grandchildren, relatives, friendships, and the numerous lives he has impacted. Oliver E. Hendrickson is preceded in death by his wife, Bertica R. Hendrickson and daughter, Afia B. Hendrickson. He is survived by his children: Monifa Hendrickson-Woodside, Sharifa Hendrickson, and Ngina Hendrickson (daughters), Asim "Kofi" Hendrickson (only son); sons in-law: Kirt Williams and Ashley Woodside; grandchildren: Shadéya Williams Hendrickson including T'Moi Turnbull,Jhamil Williams, Ehllis Williams,NgiyaHendrickson, Jameon Simon, Ashley Woodside Jr., and Ebony Ashaé Woodside; brothers: Joseph "Super Doc" Hendrickson, Kirwin Hendrickson; brothers in-law: Wayne "Bobby" Hodge, Patrick "Timmy" Hodge, sisters in-law: Shirley Hodge, Maria Hodge; nieces: Gwendalyn Hendrickson James, Fayola Hendrickson, Mindette Hendrickson, Avril Hendrickson, Leary (NY), Tabia (AL), Heather, Octivia, Arlene, and Merle, Kora, and Pats of St. Kitts Nevis, Shanna Hodge-Byles, Turiya Hodge; nephews: Adisa Hendrickson, Jerome Hendrickon, Rudel Hendrickson, Lennox (STX), Asim (STT), Everton (BVI), and Morris (SKN), Ahmed Hodge, Javier Hodge, Amarfio Hodge, Dwayne Miller, Shawn Miller. The family extends heartfelt thanks and appreciation to everyone for their prayers, support, and expressions of sympathy during this time of bereavement. Oliver E. Hendrickson had many relatives, comrades, well-wishers, and acquaintances too numerous to mention. Those who really knew him had a genuine fondness for him.