Jimmy Dale "Diamond Jim" Oliver, age 90, of Texarkana, Arkansas passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 9, 1934 in Agra, OK. Jim was retired from Borden Milk Company after 33 years, he loved oil and water painting and making wood yard art. Really enjoyed working on his lawn and hedges.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Nora Oliver, sister, Helen Bullard and brother Denny Oliver.
Survivors include his wife of 70 years, Billie Lou Oliver of Texarkana, AR; daughter Gail McKinney (Bill) of Texarkana, AR; son Jeff Oliver (Rhonda) of Stillwater, OK; sister, Corene Thompson of Cushing, OK.
Papa to grandchildren, Lyndi Harrison (Joe) of Texarkana, AR, Clint Oliver (Amanda) of Stillwater, OK, Bobby Oliver (Sheena) of Oklahoma City, OK, Jimmy Oliver and John Mark Day Greencastle, IN, Nina Weaver (John) Stillwater, OK; Jason McKinney (Jamie) Bossier City, LA; Alicia Close (Brian) Northlake, TX. Popa Jim to 18 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. A number of nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be 10am Thursday, March 21, 2024 at East Memorial Chapel-Downtown with Mr. Oliver's grandson Bobby Oliver officiating. Burial will be in Chapelwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of East Funeral Home-Downtown.
The family would like to thank the staff of Enhabit for their care and compassion.
Online tributes can be posted at www.eastfuneralhomes.com.
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