OLIVER, James H - 1928
Source: Greencastle Daily Banner 14 June 1928 p 1
The will of James H. Oliver, deceased aged resident of this county has been filed for probate. The will gives all property, personal and real to his wife, Sarah Oliver. After the death of Sarah Oliver, the home farm of James H. Oliver, which is situated about ¼ mile east of the town of Bainbridge is to go to Clay Oliver, his son. All other property is to be divided between his children, Daniel Oliver, Clay Oliver, Cora Hartman, Roscoe Oliver, Dexter Oliver, Harvey Oliver and the heirs of Nora Michael. Clay Oliver is named executor by the will which is dated Oct 27, 1927.
Source: Greencastle Daily Banner 14 June 1928 p 1
James Henry Oliver, son of James and Nancy Oliver was born in Franklin township, Putnam County, Indiana, July 19, 1847, and passed from this life June 5, 1928, aged 80 years, 10 months and 14 days. His parents came to Indiana from North Carolina and settled in Franklin township, where he spent his boyhood days. Later, he removed to Monroe township and spent his remaining years on his farm near Bainbridge. He was one of a family of eleven children and was the last surviving member. In 1872, he was united in marriage to Sarah Katherine Wilson. To them were born seven children, Daniel V., Henry Clay, Cora, Dexter, Roscoe, Harvey L, and Nora. He is survived by his aged companion, who was 81 years old in January, by his children with the exception of his youngest child, Nora, who preceded him in death October 1926. He leaves also 15 grandchildren, one grandchild deceased and three great grandchildren. With the passing of Mr. Oliver, Putnam County loses one of its pioneer residents. For years he was a familiar figure in many business transactions of his locality, taking an active interest in his chosen work. Although not affiliated with the church, he was of the Baptist faith, believing in the principles and doctrines of that body. His health bad been more or less impaired in recent years, and because of a complication of diseases, he had been confined to his home for many months. On Wednesday morning his life ebbed away without a struggle, as if by call of Nature, to go to sleep, and his long and useful life was ended. “Fearless, toward that midnight, black and hollow Our footsteps fare. The beckoning of a Father’s hand we follow, His love, alone, is there – no grief – no care.”
Card of Thanks – We wish to express our sincered thanks and gratitude to all who assisted in any way in our recent bereavement. The undertaker, pall bearers, singers, flowers and ministers, with their words of comfort and consolation were especially appreciated – Mrs. Henry Oliver and Children.