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Oliver is preceded in death by his parents Oliver T. Elam Sr. and Eileen Elam; daughter, Dana Elam; and brother, Big David Elam.
He is survived by his loving wife, Louise Elam; children, Joey Elam (Che') Tina Crumpler, David Elam, Jamie Elam; brother, Morgan Elam (Glenda) and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Brent Methodist Church in Brent, AL beginning at 12:00 p.m. followed by a service at 1:00 p.m. Oliver will be laid to rest in Mt. Zion Cemetery in Centreville, AL. Brother Jim Lavender will be officiating.
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