James William Olvey Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James William Olvey of Redkey, Indiana, born in Ridgeville, Indiana, who passed away on September 24, 2023 at the age of 97. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James William Olvey to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Cecil Olvey and Marie Olvey (Kohler); his daughter Debbie Olvey; and his siblings, Regina Wilcox, Nilah Berry, Hazel Oyer, Lucretia Smith and Merrill Olvey.
He is survived by: his daughter Heaven Scent; his friend Esther; his adoptive children, Donnie Friddle and Perlita Friddle; his wife Donna Olvey; his daughter Reni Lawhead (Kevin); his sisters, Ruth Ann Petzold, Kay Pickett and Linda Kester; his sister-in-law Clara Young (Bill); and his cousin Peggy Dotson (Dave). He is also survived by 2 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, Several nieces and nephews.
