Judith Ann Odom

01/28/1953 - 04/04/2021

Obituary For Judith Ann Odom

In profound sorrow we announce the passing of Mrs. Judith Ann Odom. Celebration of Life will be Saturday, April 10, 2021 1:00 pm at Wings of Faith Ministries 1260 Old Conley Rd. Conley, GA 30288. Visitation will be held Friday, April 9, 2021 12 noon-6pm at Grissom-Clark Eastlake Chapel. Judith Ann Odom was born January 28, 1953 to the late Reverend Mary Childs Mitchell and Robert Lee Dean. On April 4, 2021, she answered the Lord’s call and gained her heavenly wings. At an early age, Judith accepted Christ into her life. She was a faithful member of New Salem A.M.E. Church in Atlanta, Georgia where she served in several different capacities. Judith was a 1971 graduate of Greenwood High School as well as a graduate of Piedmont Technical College. Judith worked at Northside Jr. High School in Greenwood, SC before marrying and relocating to Decatur, GA. She was employed with Prudential Insurance Company for many years and retired from Primerica Insurance Company in 2016. In her spare time, she enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family. She especially loved entertaining her grandchildren whom she adored deeply. Judith also took great pleasure in catching up with her high school classmates. She was an affectionate person and loved by everyone she came in contact with. Judith was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Fred Odom; one brother, Robert A. Mitchell Jr.; one sister, Yolanda S. Mitchell; one nephew, DeAndre L. Morgan; two sister-in-laws: Lou Amye and Maggie Odom and one brother-in-law, John Benson. She leaves to cherish her fond memories: three children, Dennis (LaKenya) Lamont Odom, Derek Lamar Odom, and Deidre Lynette Odom; four grandchildren: Jamal, Jaylen, Derek Jr., and Journey Odom; two brothers: Robert (Lisa) Dean of Union, SC and Dwayne (Verlender) Mitchell of Atlanta, GA; two sisters: Kasandra Y. Mitchell of Greenwood, SC and Lisa Dean of Union, SC; one uncle Joseph (Aggie) Chiles of Greenwood, SC; five aunts: Sarah Davis of Buffalo, NY, Annette Chiles of Asbury Park, NJ, Annie (Floyd) Harrison, Juanita and Voneva Kinard of Hodges, SC; two brother-in-laws: Stephen Odom Jr. of Greenwood, SC and Sylvester Odom of Decatur, GA; two sister-in-laws: Mary Odom Mahone of Lithonia, GA and Betty Benson of San Jose, California; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

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My Condolences to the Odom family. I was so sadden to hear the passing of MS.Judy. We would talk every other week and the last we talked was Easter. My son and Dennis went to school together. I will miss her so much such a sweet and kind person who always ask about my family. We talked about her grandkids and I would ask her about little Journey and how she have grown. May God strengthen her family and know that God is with y'all .

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We, the Byrd family, are offering our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family of our dear classmate Judith Odom. May God give you much needed strength and comfort during this most difficult time. Love, Peace, and Blessings - Claude and Brenda Byrd - Class of 1971

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To Dennis, Diedre, and Derek our prayers are with you! I pray that God gives you the strength to carry on the "Odom" legacy! You guys were so blessed to have 2 wonderful parents that lived an impeccable life. Know that Shirley and Keisha will always be here for you. Thanks for sharing your mom with EVERYONE! Ms.Ann will be truly missed. -The Mahoney and State Farm Family

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My dear friend and classmate has gone from our sight, but never our memories. She's gone from our touch but never our memories. Thinking of you, wishing the Odom, Childs and Mitchell families strength for today and hoping your memories of special times bring you comfort in the days ahead. With heartfelt sympathy and caring prayers, Sandra M. Burton, Classof of 1971

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To my 3 beloved cousins Dennis, Derek, and Deidre it really broke my heart when I heard about your mother passed away on Easter Sunday. Your mother was a very kind and generous woman that will truly be missed. I'm so glad that Daniel, Gracelyn, my wife Michelle, along with myself had the pleasure of spending that quality time together. In our closing remarks I'm so sorry again to hear that mother/cousin Judith has gained her wings to be with the God Almighty. You have our deepest sympathy and condolences as you 3 mourn over your mother's death. We will most definitely keep you and all of the O'Dom family in our prayers forever more. God Bless each and everyone and we love you from the kindness of our heart. Tony, Michelle, Daniel, And Gracelyn Leona Price.

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To my soror and family, may the Holy Spirit meet your every need and give you the comfort you so desire. God can and he will do all that he promised. With much love, be blessed. Soror Oneida Allen

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To the Odom Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Your mom/sister was a humble, gentle, classmate and great woman of God. May God be with you in days to come. Rev. Robert L. & Jean McClinton

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Words can never replace the joy and love of your dear mother. She was great woman and friend. May God comfort, strengthen and keep you all. Mrs. Louise Parks & Family, Greenwood, South Carolina

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Dennis, Derrick & Deidre, You all are in my thoughts and prayers, as you go through this period of bereavement. Ann was such a wonderful person and will missed. You all will always family to me. I love you all and remember, encourage one another day by day. Always look to Jesus for comfort and strength. With Love, Reco Wright & Parks Funeral Home, Greenwood, South Carolina

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So sorry for your loss. Ms. Judy was one of the kindest person you ever wanted to meet. I loved talking to her at work and laughing with her. She was a joy and inspiration. My the Lord comfort the family during this time of loss. Jacki Taylor

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My condolences to the Odom family in the passing of your mother and my classmate. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you doing this difficult time. May God ever bless the family with peace. Our class lost on earth is a treasure above with GOD πŸ™πŸΏπŸ™πŸΏπŸ™πŸΏ Greenwood High Class of 71 Gerald Witt

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I am deeply sorry for your loss. Mrs. Judy was such a kind and sweet person. It was truly a joy to have known and worked with her. LaTanya Leach

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Sending prayers and condolences to the family of Ms. Judy. She will forever be in my heart. She was such a kind and thoughtful lady. She loved talking about her kids and grandkids. I'll forever cherish the times that we met for lunch or came to her house for lunch after she retired. Love and Blessings! Tamara Kwaasi

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With my deepest love and heart-felt sympathy,I had great appreciation and love for the Odom family. One of my greatest gifts from God was to have the opportunity to know your mom. She was a wonderful woman. The only way I can describe her is through Proverbs 31:10. You will forever be my family. Rev. Sandra Domineck

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To Ms. Deidre Odom, Our God is a keeper of His Word. He has promised never to leave you or forsake you. He is with you and your family in the midst of this time of bereavement. Hold tightly to His hand don't let go. We love you, Rev. Benjamin & Julia Montgomery

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My condolences to the Odom Family at the Passing of your Mother, she was a special Lady, she is now home with God and Fred, She will be miss by all of those who was touch by her life and she was a faithful church member, great Mother, May God bless and keep you all. Rev J.A. Partridge and Family

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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