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
Thank you uncle Charles for being a positive influence on my life, thank you for letting me eat at your table and following you around the yard lol showing me what a man is and how to protect and provide, Tell my Grandad Redman and Derron and all the rest of em I said wassup! And see yall later on!
Prayers of Comfort for The Oliver and Stanton family as you lay your loved one to rest. I have know Charles (Preacher) Oliver my entire life. He had a quiet spirit, he loved his family and Galilee Baptist Church, and he loved to sing. He once told me his favorite song was "God has smiled on me, He has set me free". Well now Preacher, you are Free indeed. Rest well with the Lord
Sincerely, The Dent Family
Uncle Charles, I'll always remember you for your SMILE whenever you greated me! R.I.P
Uncle Charles lived a life of love and kindness. We are blessed to call him our uncle. He will forever be in our hearts. Please know that you all are in our dearest thoughts and prayers. We hope that you all find comfort in the memories shared with him. Love you all. Renee and Kim
My Dad was the best and always will be. He may be gone from my sight, but he will always be in my heart.💙🕊️
Uncle Charles, I say to you well done, thou good and faithful servant; enter into thy rest" May the angels lead you into paradise. To the entire Oliver and Stanton family I sends my deepest condolence. I and praying for comfort and strength. May he rest in eternal peace 🕊
Bless and truly grateful for having you as uncle. A man of God and love his family. Who show us and thought how to serve God and others. And always remember when I visited with we would hold hands. Even though you couldn't say my name. You would give me smile to let me know. My heart is heavy with sorrow. Go and take your rest. Because God loves you the best. And you ever said bad words but can say your favorite saying. Sapsucker. We were in trouble. Love Bun
My father, Charles Oliver, was a kind, humble man of God who lived with quiet strength and unwavering faith. As his daughter, I'm grateful for his love, guidance, and the values he lived by. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered. "Well done, good and faithful servant." – Matthew 25:21
Dear Granddaddy you were like a super hero to me I will always remember everything that you taught me going up from planting a garden in the summer time too going the work with you every Saturday morning and I will always have love in my heart for you take your rest in heaven
Dear Dad, Though the light has dimmed, the warmth of your love still glows within us. You may have left this world, but your kindness remains etched in every heart you touched. I will always love you!❤️🕊️
Your daughter,
Ms.Janet L.Oliver
We loved our great-grand dad so much. Even when he was sick with dementia, we were happy to help take care of him. We fed him, helped him move around, and talked to him just to see him smile. He may not have always remembered us, but we always remembered how much we loved him and we know he felt that love. We'll miss his smile, his touch, and just being with him. He will always be in our hearts. We love you, Great-Grand dad. Your great grands, Kasey, Carley, Kylie, and Carl
My Granddad, a kind, loving, and faithful man who devoted his life to his family and to God. He worked hard every day to provide for those he loved, always putting others before himself. Known for his warm smile and generous spirit, he touched countless lives and was always there when you needed him. A man of deep faith, he never missed a Sunday in church, living his life as a true example of grace, humility, and love. His legacy of strength, compassion, and devotion will live on in all of us who had the honor of knowing him. He will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.
A Grandfather Like You Throughout the years, you've always been A wonderful man, you see. When I was small you took the time to bounce me on your knee. As I grew older you were there I only had to call. I knew that I could count on you You'd never let me fall. So many hard times in my life You've helped to get me through, I'm so glad God's given me A grandfather just like you.
For My Dad In Heaven They say there is a reason, they say time will heal, neither time or reason will change they way I feel. Gone are the days we used to share, but in my heart you are always there. The gates of memories will never close. I miss you more than anybody knows. Love and miss you everyday. Love you, dad.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.