Larry Oldham, 76, of Liberty died Sunday, October 18, 2020, at his home.
Mr. Oldham was born March 8, 1944, a Chatham County native, the son of James Marshall and Blanche Marley Oldham.
Larry was an Army veteran in the Vietnam war. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing, and working in the garden. You could find him in front of the television for NASCAR racing. He loved getting to fly and spending time at the beach. In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Holt Oldham, and brothers, Marshall and Russell Oldham.
He is survived by his son, Dennis Oldham of the home; brother, Byron Oldham and wife Nancy; father-in-law, Bryce Holt; brother-in-law, Mike Holt and wife Gwen, all of Siler City; and canine best friend, Indie.
Mr. Oldham laid in repose from 12 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, at Smith & Buckner Funeral Home. A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 22, 2020, at Rives Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery, 4258 Rives Chapel Road, Siler City with Rev. Keith Newell and Rev. Tripp Foltz officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4A Oak Branch Dr., Greensboro, N.C. 27407.
Smith & Buckner funeral home assisted the Oldham family.
Online condolences may be made at: www.pughfuneralhome.com.