It is with deepest sorrow that Lavenders Funeral Service announces the passing of DEACON CHARLES HENRY “PREACHER” OLIVER, 87, of Panola, Alabama on Friday, September 19, 2025 while surrounded by his loving family at his residence.

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PUBLIC VISITATION for Deacon Charles Oliver will be Friday, September 26, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Lavender’s Funeral Service.

THE HOME GOING CELEBRATION HONORING THE LIFE & LEGACY of Deacon Charles Henry Oliver will be Saturday, September 27, 11:00 a.m. at Galilee Baptist Church, 96 Gin House Road in Panola, Alabama. The body of Deacon Oliver will lie in state in the church one hour prior to the service.

INTERMENT will immediately follow the service in Galilee Gardens Cemetery, also on Gin House Road in Panola, Alabama. Reverend Dr. Bob Nelson Little, Pastor of Galilee Baptist Church will be The Eulogist.

The Oliver & Stanton Families Chose The Professional, Experienced, & Compassionate Funeral Directors & Staff of: Lavender's Funeral Service 11233 Highway 17 South - Aliceville, Alabama 35442 205-373-2420