LaJayNees Oliver

LaJay Nees Oliver passed away on October 23, 2026, in Katy, Texas, at the age of 93. She was born on April 8, 1933, in Brookshire, Texas, a community that remained closely connected to the story of her life.

Mrs. Oliver will be remembered as a woman of faith, devotion, and quiet accomplishment. She was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church, where her faith was part of the foundation of her life. Among her proudest accomplishments was graduating as valedictorian of Ralphe Bunche High School, an achievement that reflected her dedication and determination. She also found joy in life’s simple and meaningful pleasures, especially word searches, gardening, and time with family.

Family was at the heart of LaJayNees Oliver’s life. She is lovingly survived by her daughters, Margie Josey and her husband, Clearence, Audrey Robinson and her husband, Michael, Wanda Labbe and her husband, Dwain, and Denise Lewis and her husband, Julius. She is also survived by her sister, Manureen Hall, eight grandkids, and thirteen grandkids. In their love and remembrance, her legacy continues through the family she cherished so deeply.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Oliver Jr.; her father, Chaney; her mother, Earlene; and her brothers, Lionel Rogers, John Neal Rogers, and Robert Lee Rogers. Their memories remained a lasting part of her life and are now joined with hers in honored remembrance.

A funeral service will be held on November 7, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 1318 Franklin St, Brookshire, Texas 77423. A graveside service will follow at Brookshire Memorial Oaks Cemetery, 1701 Sturm Lane, Pattison, Texas 77423.

LaJayNees Oliver will be remembered with love, gratitude, and respect by all who knew her. Her life was marked by faith, family, and enduring strength, and her memory will remain a blessing to those she leaves behind.