Annie Petree Oliver

Annie Petree Oliver, of Hurricane, WV, formerly of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on Monday, February 9, 2015, after a long illness. She was born in Birmingham. AL, on April 28, 1927 to Vivian Gaines and Annie Petree Oliver. Her parents preceded her in death, as did her two brothers, Vivian Gaines Oliver, Jr. and Walter MacIntosh “Mack” Oliver. Surviving are seven nieces and nephews: Jo-Susan Oliver Hayslett (Tim) of Hurricane, WV; Michael Oliver (Bonnie) of Ripley, WV; Penny Oliver Meek (Bill) of Beckley, WV; Larry Oliver (Janet) of Bonney Lake, WA; Joanne Oliver Manion (Tom) of Bellevue, WA; Debbie Oliver Laughlin (Tim) of Marysville, WA; and Steven Oliver (Penny) of Seattle, WA. Also surviving are 20 great nieces and nephews, 25 great-great nieces and nephews, one great, great, great niece and several cousins and friends. Ann attended schools in Birmingham, was the Director of the Eva Comer Home there for 10 years and then worked for Central Bank (now Compass Bank) until her retirement in 1991. She was also in the United States Army Reserve for 30 years and retired with the rank of Master Sergeant. Ann was a devoted member of the First United Methodist Church in Birmingham since 1952. After her retirement, Ann spent her time participating in activities at her church, was a member of Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary and volunteered at the American Red Cross. In 2004 she moved to West Virginia to be near her brother. She attended First Baptist Church of Hurricane with her family, participating in circle activities and Bible Studies. She was a volunteer at the Teays Valley Hospital and was an ardent crafter. Although Ann’s last 10 years were spent in WV, her heart was always with friends and family in Alabama and with her beloved First Church. A memorial service will be held at 11:30 Saturday, Feb. 14, 2015, at Chapman Funeral Home in Hurricane, WV. Interment will occur at the Knights of Pythia’s Cemetery in Russellville, AL, at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations to the First United Methodist Church, 518 North 19th Street, Birmingham, Al 35203 or to the Youth Department of First Baptist Church of Hurricane, 2635 Main St., Hurricane, WV 25526. Visit www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com to share memories of Annie or to express condolences. Chapman Funeral Home, family-owned and located at 3941 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane, WV is honored to serve the Oliver family.

Annie Petree Oliver

April 28, 1927 - February 9, 2015