[MD-AtLarge] Sad News: Olivero

Sat May 31 04:33:39 UTC 2025

Federation Family,

I'm very sorry to share that Treva Olivero passed away at the age of 47
after an illness on May 26, 2025.  Treva was surrounded by her family and
best friend, Bre Brown.

Treva was an active member and leader in the Maryland affiliate when she
lived here from 2007 to 2012.  She was an active member of the Greater
Baltimore Chapter as well as a leader in our affiliate's youth programming.
Treva also served as our lead teacher at our NFB BELL Academy in Baltimore
for several years after leaving Baltimore, most recently in 2019.  Treva was
on staff at our National Center from 2007 to 2012, where she served as an
Education Specialist.  Her favorite programs were the Braille Reading Pals
and the NFB LAW Programs.

Treva graduated from the Louisiana Center for the Blind in 2012, and she
then earned her Masters in Teaching Blind Students from Louisiana Tech in
2014.  Treva became active in the Louisiana affiliate, including serving as
President of the North Central Chapter and First Vice President of the NFB
of Louisiana at the time of her passing.  Prior to moving to Maryland, Treva
was a chapter president and affiliate board member in the Indiana affiliate.

Information about services - both in person in Indiana and virtual - is
below.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 30th, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and
6:00-8:00 p.m. at Rosewood Fellowship, 5435 N 900 W., Shipshewana, IN 46565.
The funeral service will take place on Saturday, May 31st, at 10:00 a.m. at
the same location, with burial to follow at Clinton Union Cemetery in
Goshen, IN 46528. Transportation will be available for anyone needing a ride
to and from the graveside service.

A memorial video will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by a live stream of the
service for those unable to attend in person. To access the memorial video
and the live stream, please use the following link: 

https://youtube.com/live/XWg5UKhWHBQ?feature=share 

For additional details regarding the live stream, you may contact Leland
Bontrager at lelandb98 at gmail.com.

"Remembering Treva: A Time of Sharing"

After the funeral luncheon, all are welcome to join us at 2:30 P.M. Saturday
May 31st, 2025 for a special time of sharing memories, stories, and
reflections in honor of Treva's life. This will be an informal and heartfelt
gathering where we can remember her joyful spirit, celebrate her legacy, and
support one another in love.

For those unable to attend in person, here is Zoom link: 

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86487753031?pwd=4TmmmbGKdIlVlFXMJBRdFAPRXRJTQf.1 

giving you the opportunity to be available to listen in and share from
wherever you are.

The obituary is below.

Treva Elaine (Chupp) Olivero, age 47, entered the presence of her Lord and
Savior on Sunday, May 25th, 2025, at 5:01 p.m., peacefully at home and
surrounded by her loving family. Treva courageously battled a severe case of
lymphedema in her final months, showing the same strength and grace that
marked her entire life.

Born on July 15th, 1977, to Olen and Sharon (Christner) Chupp, Treva lived a
life of deep faith, resilience, and unconditional love.

Treva is deeply mourned by her parents, Olen and Sharon Chupp of Goshen, IN;
her sister Ellen (Leon) Bontrager of Middlebury, IN, with whom she lived for
the past six months; and her brothers Christy (Martha) Chupp of Goshen, IN,
and Lamar (Brandy) Chupp of Bristol, IN. She is also remembered with love by
cherished friends, Heidi Stoffel and Bre Brown.

Treva was a devoted and beloved aunt to 17 nieces and nephews: Lowell
(Brenda), Lucas (Mindy), Leland (Dorcas), LaWayne, Lance, and Logan
Bontrager; Duane (Roseann) Chupp, Sharon (Arlyn) Lambright, Michael
(Bethany) Chupp, Joan (Jeremy) Slabach, Glenda (Special Friend Anthony),
Mary, and Nicole Chupp; Deonna (Alejandro) Minix-Prieto, Madison Bond, Dacia
Chupp, and Madison Chupp. She also leaves behind six precious great-nieces
and nephews: Heidi, Elisha, Natalie, Kayden, Jenna, Ozius, and many friends
throughout many states.

Despite significant physical challenges, Treva never let them define her.
Her radiant spirit, sharp mind, and deep love for Jesus touched everyone she
met. She lived with purpose, joy, and unwavering faith-an inspiration to all
who knew her.

Treva built lasting friendships within her community and far beyond. Her
life was a testimony of God's grace, and her unwavering faith left a lasting
impact on all who knew her.

Treva was a lifelong advocate for education and empowerment within the blind
community. She earned her degree in Elementary Education from Ball State
University and later completed her master's in teaching Blind Students at
Louisiana Tech University in 2014. From 2012 to 2024, she served as a
dedicated Para Educator of blind students in Lincoln Parish, Ruston,
Louisiana. She also taught technology to blind students around the country
virtually. In addition to her professional work, Treva held leadership roles
in the National Federation of the Blind, including over five years as
president of the North Central Chapter in Louisiana and serving as First
Vice President of the Louisiana affiliate since 2021. Her greatest passion
was working with children -guiding, mentoring, and inspiring them to believe
that with determination, anything is possible.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 30th, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and
6:00-8:00 p.m. at Rosewood Fellowship, 5435 N 900 W., Shipshewana, IN 46565.
The funeral service will take place on Saturday, May 31st, at 10:00 a.m. at
the same location, with burial to follow at Clinton Union Cemetery in
Goshen, IN 46528. Transportation will be available for anyone needing a ride
to and from the graveside service.

A memorial video will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by a live stream of the
service for those unable to attend in person. To access the memorial video
and the live stream, please use the following link:
<https://youtube.com/live/XWg5UKhWHBQ?feature=share>
https://youtube.com/live/XWg5UKhWHBQ?feature=share For additional details
regarding the live stream, you may contact Leland Bontrager at
lelandb98 at gmail.com.

"Remembering Treva: A Time of Sharing"

After the funeral luncheon, all are welcome to join us at 2:30 P.M. Saturday
May 31st, 2025 for a special time of sharing memories, stories, and
reflections in honor of Treva's life. This will be an informal and heartfelt
gathering where we can remember her joyful spirit, celebrate her legacy, and
support one another in love.

For those unable to attend in person, here is Zoom link:
<https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86487753031?pwd=4TmmmbGKdIlVlFXMJBRdFAPRXRJTQf.1>
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86487753031?pwd=4TmmmbGKdIlVlFXMJBRdFAPRXRJTQf.1
giving you the opportunity to be available to listen in and share from
wherever you are.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Time to Revive
<http://www.timetorevive.com/> http://www.timetorevive.com or the Louisiana
Center for the Blind  <http://www.louisianacenter.org/>
http://www.louisianacenter.org

https://www.millerstewartfuneralhome.com/obituary/treva-chupp-olivero

Please keep Treva, her family, and all who love her in your thoughts and
prayers.

Regards,

Ronza

Ronza Othman, President

National Federation of the Blind of Maryland

443-426-4110

Pronouns: she, her, hers

The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland knows that blindness is not
the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the
expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles
between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want;
blindness is not what holds you back

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