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Merlyn Eugene Oliver

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Birth	:	10 Mar 1939 Canton, Lincoln County, South Dakota, USA
Death	:	5 Jan 2006 Canton, Lincoln County, South Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Forest Hill Cemetery, Canton, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.2943993, -96.6307983
Description	:	Merlyn Eugene Oliver was born March 10, 1939 on the family farm near Canton, South Dakota to Merton and Myrtle (Toberson) Oliver. He attended grade school at Sunnyside #17 and graduated from Canton High School in 1957. Merlyn was in the National Guard for two years before enlisting in the US Navy. He served his country from 1959 to 1963. He then returned home to farm with his father. Merlyn so enjoyed his grade school days that in 1968 he bought Sunnyside schoolhouse, moved it to the farm and remodeled it into his home. ... Read More	Merlyn Eugene Oliver was born March 10, 1939 on the family farm near Canton, South Dakota to Merton and Myrtle (Toberson) Oliver. He attended grade school at Sunnyside #17 and graduated from Canton High School in 1957. Merlyn was in the National Guard for two years before enlisting in the US Navy. He served his country from 1959 to 1963. He then returned home to farm with his father. Merlyn so enjoyed his grade school days that in 1968 he bought Sunnyside schoolhouse, moved it to the farm and remodeled it into his home. Merlyn was united in marriage to Judith A. Gates on May 1, 1976. He enjoyed doing custom farm work, attending auctions and sales and was an Archer Oil sales representative for 20 years. Merlyn continued to farm with his son until his failing health prohibited it. Merlyn was an active member of St. Dominic Catholic Church. He served on the boards of the Canton Township, Rural Fire Department and the Forest Hill Cemetery. He was a member of the Canton American Legion and the Siouxland Two Cylinder Club, as well as a lifetime member of the NFO and NFU. Merlyn was also a lifetime member of the Granite Thresherman's Association and served on it's board of directors. He participated in their annual threshing bees and was honored to be the 2005 Grand Marshall. Merlyn loved visiting with family and friends, Sunday drives, family trips, and especially "nap time". He also cherished his model tractor collection. Merlyn died Thursday, January 5th, 2006 at his home after a long battle with cancer. His parents and a nephew preceded him in death. Merlyn is survived by his wife, Judy and his children -- Michael (Angela) Oliver and Jennifer Oliver, both of Canton and Kathy DeCruz and Joseph Buttler, both of Las Vegas, NV; grandchildren, Marissa and William Butler and Alexander DeCruz; his sister, Margaret (Don) Baldwin, Canton; four nieces, Madonna, Elizabeth, Julie Baldwin, all of Canton and Mary Baldwin, Sioux Falls and many other treasured friends.

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Merlyn Eugene Oliver's memorial is located at: Forest Hill Cemetery, Canton, Lincoln County, USA.
When did Merlyn Eugene Oliver death?
Merlyn Eugene Oliver death on 5 Jan 2006 in Canton, Lincoln County, South Dakota, USA
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Latitude: 43.2943993
Longitude: -96.6307983

Family Members:

Parent

Merton Edwin Oliver

(1904 - 1990)

Myrtle Selma Torberson Oliver

(1907 - 1998)

Spouse

Judith “Judy” Gates Oliver

(1946 - 2020)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Forest Hill Cemetery
Canton, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2943993, -96.6307983

2. Grand Valley Lutheran Cemetery
Canton, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2538400, -96.6287700

3. Beloit Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.2902985, -96.5582962

4. Hiawatha Asylum Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.3040730, -96.5517570

5. Canton Lutheran Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.3302994, -96.5582962

6. Beaver Creek Lutheran Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.3590800, -96.6878600

7. Worthing Cemetery
Worthing, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3236008, -96.7658005

8. Saint Edwards Cemetery
Worthing, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3300018, -96.7863998

9. Our Saviors Lutheran Church Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.3536000, -96.4863000

10. Bethany Cemetery
Fairview, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2144012, -96.5053024

11. Tuntland Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.1711006, -96.6866989

12. Forever Friends Pet Cemetery and Memorial Park
Worthing, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3446000, -96.7975100

13. Lands Lutheran Cemetery
Hudson, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1559700, -96.6096900

14. Faith LaValley Cemetery
Lennox, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3750992, -96.7880020

15. Old Romsdal
Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1568946, -96.6684787

16. Romsdal Cemetery
Norway Center, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1565781, -96.6682739

17. Pleasant View Cemetery
Harrisburg, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4247017, -96.7067032

18. Bragstad Family Cemetery
Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2585000, -96.4425000

19. Bethlehem Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3614006, -96.4567032

20. Fairview Cemetery
Fairview, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1927986, -96.4891968

21. Trinity Lutheran Cemetery North
Hudson, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1567001, -96.5681000

22. Trinity Lutheran Cemetery South
Hudson, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1530560, -96.5691670

23. Pleasant Hill Pioneer Cemetery
Beresford, Lincoln County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1847000, -96.7758026

24. Sioux Cemetery
Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2428017, -96.4321976