Ron Lee O'Dell

1938 - 2016

Ron Lee O'Dell obituary, 1938-2016

BORN

1938

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Zechar Bailey Funeral Home

1499 N Broadway

Greenville, Ohio

Ron O'Dell Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 26, 2016.

Ronald Lee O'Dell, age 78, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2016 at 12:10 PM at State of the Heart Care Center, Greenville, Ohio. He was born on August 4, 1938 in Greenville, Ohio, to H. Virginia (McCabe) O'Dell of Darke County, Ohio, and the late Robert C. O'Dell.
In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife, Judy (Miner) O'Dell whom he married on July 24, 1982; daughters and sons in law, Glee Ann & Robert Wills of Union City, Ohio, Julie & Jeff Sebring of Greenville, Gena & Jake Garner of Griffin, Georgia, and Jalynn & Tory Tollefson of Greenville; step children, Kelly & Duane Sanning of Greenville, Kipp & Teri Ann Kline of Greenville, Kathy & John LeMaster of Greenville, Kristi Spille & Scott Neanen of New Madison, Kurt Kline of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and Merry Block of Charlotte, North Carolina; grandchildren, Bobby Livingston, Jalee Aultman, Trent Livingston, Lance Hughs, Kary Tollefson and Nick Tollefson; step grandchildren, Josh Dohme, Jacy Dohme, Justina Smith, Jenna LeMaster, Jalena LeMaster, Johnny LeMaster, Stewart Spille, Brandi Spille, Ryan Kline and Christopher Duke; 5 great grandchildren; 8 step great grandchildren; brother and sister in law, Larry G. & Denise O'Dell of Greenville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father.
Ron worked as a farmer, operated a stock yard and worked with horses for many years. He also was employed at Wetzel Trucking for 20 years. He was a member of the American Legion and Moose Lodge in Greenville. He was the first Greenville FFA member to receive the American Farmer Award. He loved tractor pulling and was a member of the Miami County Antique Tractor Pullers Association and OSU Antique Tractor Puller Association.
There will be a graveside service held on Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at 10:30 AM at Oak Grove Cemetery, Ft. Jefferson, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 29, 2016 from 5-8 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.
It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Care. Condolence for the family may be sent through www.zecharbailey.com

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December 1, 2016

Karen (Bixler) Taylor

Judy, I am so sorry to learn of Ron's passing. I just found out today and want to apologize for not coming to the friends calling. I cannot begin understand the loss you are feeling at this time and ask God to bless you with peace and understanding while you go through this most difficult time.

November 30, 2016

Christine Deeter

Judy,
I didn't know Ron well enough to say things about him that will help you get through your feelings of loss and aloneness, but I want you to know you're in my thoughts and prayers. God will give you the strength you need to get through this.

November 30, 2016

Dick and Pam Rhoades

Julie and Jeff,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending prayers for you and your family.

November 30, 2016

Honey Whittington

Deeply saddened to hear of your loss , I remember him to have been a loving husband and kind father always welcomed all of us kids your friends into your home.. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Much Love

November 29, 2016

Our deepest sympathy too all the family members upon hearing of Ron`s passing. He will be missed. Terry and Barb Hess

November 29, 2016

Teresa Ramge

Judy,
I was so saddened to hear of this. Ronnie was one of the first people to make me feel welcome when I moved to Greenville, at our weekly Euchre games at the old Bumpers, 20+ years ago! After coming to know and work with you, and hearing of your adventures together, my heart aches for you! Prayers for strength for you and the rest of the family.
Much Love

November 29, 2016

"Ours thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of loss " Brian & Patty Class & family

November 28, 2016

Our sincere thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Rick & Phyllis Hess

November 28, 2016

sheila Spahr

Judy & Family:
To a sincere, hardworking man who will reap the rewards and peace of heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Sheila & Wayne & Kent

November 28, 2016

Craig Thomas

Our deepest sympathy to you Aunt Gin and family on Ronnie's passing! We love you all and prayers to all of you at this time on the loss of your loved one. We love you Aunt Gin!!!

Love,
Craig and Marcy Thomas and family

November 28, 2016

Curll and Linda Kline

Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of Loss!

November 28, 2016

Mary Lou JUDY

It is with much sadness that we learned of Ron's passing. God Bless and comfort each of you through this difficult time. He will truly be missed.

November 28, 2016

Pat Cope

I was saddened to hear of Ron's passing. He is someone I will always remember. My deepest sympathy to family and friends.

November 28, 2016

Debra Dunn

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

November 28, 2016

Lloyd Curtner

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

November 27, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to the family ! Thoughts and prayers !

Jack Jackson & Family (Greenville,Ohio)

November 27, 2016

Darla Ullery

My sincere Condolences go out to you&your family upon the loss of your Husband So Sorry for your Loss you are in my thoughts & prayers

November 27, 2016

Gladys Neff

Judy and family. So sorry . Your in my thoughts and prayers. My sincere sympathy for you and your family. God bless Gladys neff

November 27, 2016

Larissa Cunningham

Our Families thoughts and prayers are with you.

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