Hilliard Funeral Home
Carson Olvera
1947—2021
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George Carson Olvera, 73, Palestine, was born September 18, 1947 in Talladega, Alabama to the late John George Olvera and Dorothy Julius Olvera. He passed away on April 30, 2021 in Tyler, TX.
Carson had lived in Palestine for 25 years, moving from Oklahoma. He was a Vietnam Veteran, avid fisherman and historian. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sue Carter Matthews.
Survivors include son, Greg Olvera; step-children, Michael Matthews and spouse, Renee, Kathleen Matthews Ashworth and spouse, Fred and Jo Jo Matthews Dickerson and spouse, Ross; brother, Russ Olvera; sister, Joanne Olvera Lighter; and granddaughter, Carson Olvera.
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Palestine Herald-Press
http://www.cnhi.com
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