John B. Oliver's obituary , Passed away on December 17, 2025 in Martinsville, Virginia

John B. Oliver

May 13, 1940 - December 17, 2025 (85 years old)

Martinsville, Virginia

John B. Oliver's obituary , Passed away on December 17, 2025 in Martinsville, Virginia

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Hairston Funeral Home Inc

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John B. Oliver

May 13, 1940 - December 17, 2025 (85 years old)

Martinsville, Virginia

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John B. Oliver Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on December 17, 2025 we had to say goodbye to John B. Oliver (Martinsville, Virginia). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though John may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jessie Mack Oliver and Betty Hairston Oliver; his wife Amanda Hairston Oliver; his son Neil G. Oliver; and his siblings, Burton Oliver and Virginia Oliver Massey.

He is survived by: his daughter Cheryl N. Oliver of Martinsville, VA; and his siblings, Maynard Oliver of Stanleytown, VA, Betty R. Swanson of Kensington, MD, Maxine White of White Oak, MD, Shirley Powell of Roanoke, VA and Iris Ellis of Silver Springs, MD. He is also survived by nine grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hairston Funeral Home Inc



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Dec 21

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Hairston Funeral Home
301 Fayette St, Martinsville, VA 24112

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Dec 22

Funeral service

First Baptist Church E.
1043 Church St E, Martinsville, VA 24112

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