Anne E. Oliver

Anne E. Oliver, 94, of Abbeville, wife of the late Dr. A. Grady Oliver, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 27, 2012. Born on August 6, 1918 in Ninety-Six, SC, she was one of nine children born to the late William Thomas and Annie Smith Ellenberg. After graduating from Emmanuel Junior College, Mrs. Oliver taught school for several years. After her marriage in 1943 to A. Grady Oliver, she devoted the rest of her life to her husband, family, community, and church. In the Abbeville Pentecostal Holiness Church, Mrs. Oliver used her musical talents as pianist and as a choir member for many years. She also served in other capacities as Sunday School teacher, and as a leader in the Women's ministries. Her commitment to prayer helped launch several ministries, including prayer/service groups for service men and women, for our nation, and for college students. Her love and devotion to her four children and their families was evident to all who knew her. These last three years Mrs. Oliver resided at The Gardens at Eastside in Greenville, SC, and attended Greenville First Assembly of God until a few weeks before her death. Survivors include children, Miriam (Mim) Burton of Anderson, Mitchell and Debbie Oliver of Lilburn, GA, Tom and Kathy Oliver of Greer, SC, and Chris and Judy Baker of Greer, SC. Grandchildren are Edward and Heather Burton, Daniel and Jodie Burton, Elizabeth and Brian Tasker, Bradley and Taylor Oliver, Matthew and Kristy Oliver, Ashley and Matt Gaymon, Brent and Lena Baker, Andrew and Brittaney Baker, and Rachel and Houston Goodwin. Great-grandchildren are Dillon and Hope Tasker, Reid, Max, and Ethan Burton, Charles Grady, Matthew, Eliza, and Gresham Oliver, Maggie and Kerri Grace Gaymon, and Jackson Baker. Mrs. Oliver is also survived by three sisters Grace Ellenberg, Lois (Rangely) Price, and Jo Clair Taylor. She was predeceased by three brothers and two sisters. Visitation will be Sunday, December 30th from 2:00-3:30 followed by the funeral service at 4:00, all at Harris Funeral Home in Abbeville, SC. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. The family wishes to thank the staff and volunteers at The Gardens at Eastside and Harmony Care Hospice for their care and love. Memorials may be made to Abbeville Pentecostal Holiness Church 18 Pinehurst St. Abbeville, SC 29620, to Emmanuel College, PO Box 129, Franklin Springs, GA. 30639, or to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the Oliver family by visiting www.harrisfuneral.com. HARRIS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES of Abbeville is assisting the Oliver family.