BORN

1936

DIED

2016

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John Oakley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 12, 2016.

John Benjamin Oakley, 79, of Martinsville passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, July 11, 2016. He was born in Martinsville on August 6, 1936 to George Dillard Oakley, Sr. and Julia Lester Oakley.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Sally Oakley Burch and Julie Oakley Gravely; and granddaughter, Brynn Oliver-Watkins.

He is survived by his wife, Angeline Riddle Oakley; daughter, Julia Oakley Vernon; brothers, George D. Oakley, Jr. and Robert Oakley; grandson, Bradley Vernon; grandson-in-law, Michael Watkins; great-granddaughter, Nataly Oliver.

The memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 15, 2016 at Christ's Church with Pastor Buck Wardle officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ's Church, 1425 Spruce Street Extension, Martinsville, Va. or to the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 551, Martinsville, VA. 24114.

Arrangements are by Community Funeral Services, Ridgeway
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July 15, 2016

Barbara Guthrie Lay

Angeline, I'm so very sorry to learn of Johnny's passing. I always remember the two of you as highschool sweethearts and know that you have years and years of wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

July 15, 2016

Darlene DeHart Shotts

Angeline, I just read about johnnie and am sorry to hear of your loss. Please let Julia Ann know we are thinking of you all. Mama and Daddy (Clarence and Kathryn) loved you both so much.

July 14, 2016

Michael and I just heard yesterday about the passing of Cousin Johnny. Very sorry to hear this sad news.

July 14, 2016

alice lusk aaron

julia, dont know if u remember me but i want you to know my sympathies go out to u and your family. I enjoyed our high school classes together @ martinsville- so my friendship remains. prayers to u all. alice lusk aaron

July 13, 2016

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