David Justin Oliver, age 76, of Marietta, NC passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024 at his home.

Mr. Oliver was born October 22, 1947 in Robeson County to the late James Ernest (Jack) Oliver and the late Catherine King Oliver.

Mr. Oliver was a graduate of Fairmont High School. He was a UNC Chapel Hill Graduate, class of 1970, with a Master's Degree in Business Administration. He was an avid UNC Tarheels fan. He served as Mayor of Marietta for 39 years and was still serving in that capacity when he died. He was very devoted to his family, church family, and the Marietta community. He retired from Robeson Community College as Vice President of Continuing Education. He was a recipient of the Long Leaf Pine recognizing his service to his community and county. He also served in the National Guard.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Britt Oliver of the home; one son, David Justin Oliver, III (DJ), (Anna) of Wilmington, NC; one daughter, Catherine Clark Oliver of Delray Beach, FL.; one sister, Ann King Oliver of Chapel Hill, NC; two grandsons, David Justin Oliver, IV, and Sam Stanley Oliver of Wilmington, NC and a host of friends.

The family will receive friends at their home.

A private Burial will be held on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at Marietta Cemetery in Marietta, NC.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Olivet United Methodist Church 2573 Olivet Church Road. Fairmont, NC 28340 with Rev. Will Malambri and Rev. Ken Griswald officiating.

In lieu of flowers Memorials can be made to Whitehouse Volunteer Fire Department P.O. Box 85 Marietta, NC 28362.