SAND ROCK– The Cherokee County Coroner’s Office has identified Nellie Davis Oliver as the woman who died in Thursday’s fatal Sand Rock fire.
Oliver was 93 and lived in Sand Rock, according to her obituary. The coroner’s office released her identity in an Oct. 23 statement signed by Chief Deputy Coroner Josh Prater.
The statement places the Oct. 22 fire on Sand Rock Avenue. It also confirms that the coroner’s office responded alongside several emergency agencies.
Agencies Responded to the Scene
Sand Rock Fire Department, Tucker’s Chapel Fire Department, and Leesburg Fire Department responded to the fire, according to the statement.
In addition, the release lists Atrium Health Floyd EMS, the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, and the Alabama State Fire Marshal’s Office.
The coroner’s office said it is releasing no additional information at this time.
Meanwhile, the office extended its deepest condolences to Oliver’s family and loved ones. It also asked the public to keep her family, friends, and the Sand Rock community in their thoughts and prayers.
The office thanked the public for its cooperation, patience, and understanding.
Remembering “Nannie”
According to her obituary, Oliver’s family lovingly knew her as “Nannie.” She was also a faithful member of Sand Rock Church of Christ.
Her survivors include three children, grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Her funeral will take place at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Perry Funeral Home Chapel. The family will also receive friends from 1 until 3 p.m. at the funeral home.
Burial will then follow at Sand Rock Cemetery.
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