Norman Olive

He was preceded in death by his parents Rupert and Lois Olive, and brothers, Wilbur and Earnest Terry Olive. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Carolyn Lewis Olive. He is also survived by his daughter Cathryn “Cathy” Olive (Mike) Brown and son Norman Craig (Carleen) Olive, grandchildren Laura Brown and Elizabeth Brown Merritt, Zachariah (Michaela) Olive, Moriah Olive, Micaiah Olive, Josiah Olive, great-grandson Ben “Bear” Merritt, and siblings Lena “Tut” Macon, and Harold Olive.

After a two year term of service in the Army, he returned to Montgomery in 1953, where he was employed at Cloverland IGA. After years of dedicated work, he became a part of management and later became the owner. As a great manager and leader, he enjoyed giving employment opportunities to many young people and helping them “learn how to work.” After 44 years, he retired in 1997 and enjoyed being around his home in Snowdoun, AL. He was known for his honesty, diligence, strength, and determination throughout life. His legacy of hard work has been passed down to many. Norman loved his family and was devoted to providing for them well. He made time for his children and grandchildren, and enjoyed playing with them. He thrilled grandkids by taking the little ones on his riding lawn-mower, range rover, and four-wheeler. He loved his farm in the country and especially the pond that he owned in Ramer. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and watching all sports on TV, especially boxing. He thrived at making things grow, taking care of his cattle, plants, and working with his tractor. Norman appreciated his many friends in the Montgomery and Snowdoun communities.

Funeral services will be held at Leak Memory Chapel, Montgomery, AL. Visitation is at 10 am on Monday, March 8, 2021 and service at 11 am, followed by Graveside service at 2:00 at Oakdale Baptist Church Cemetery, Grady, AL. Memorial contributions can be given to Snowdoun Baptist Church, Montgomery, AL. Pallbearers are David Lewis, Brad Macon, Michael Wright, Zachariah Olive, Micaiah Olive, and Josiah Olive. Honorary pallbearers are Mike Brown, Buddy Macon, Marvin Richardson, David Fears, and John Haire. Special thanks to his faithful caregivers, Dolline “Dee” Walker, Karen Murph Allen, and Stephanie Shields, and Jimmy McGinty, who helped him take care of the pool for many years. Additional thanks to all of the family, friends, and community who have been there along the way.