Bardwell Odum Obituary
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Nancy Collins Israelson
June 2, 2010
Bard Odum arrived in the Dallas FBI Office one short year before I was hired in November, 1957, as a 17-year-old teenager. He was the very first Agent who dictated to me and I was terrified, to say the least. All the other stenos said he was the fastest dictator in the office. They did not exaggerate! But his wit, ready smile and easy manner made everything o.k. Fortunately for us, that never changed. When I saw Bard recently at the Ex-Agents luncheon, he was still laughing and telling stories. Bard was a good Agent and a good friend. Sleep well my friend, you will be missed. Nancy Collins Israelson
Ray Hall
May 26, 2010
Bard, Bob Gemberling, and Ray Hall, arrived in Dallas with the FBI in August, 1956. Bard vigorously pursued his investagations without any letup. However, he hated to come to work before the morning deadlines, but nights had no limits. He loved to drive as fast as the vehicle would go, but he was a good driver. He was a good Special Agent and a good friend. Adios, Bard.
May 26, 2010
My father Edwin Beckcom and Bardwell were high school friends from Jacksonville. I can remember Dad talking about the "Tres Amigos" and some of their adventures! What a group they must have been! Kathy Warren
Danielle Kuzma
May 26, 2010
I was honored to have known Bard during the last weeks of his life. Helping care for him and sharing in his last days was a true blessing. I will always remember his smile and his distinctive personality. My condolences to the entire Odum family, as well as extended family. Love Danielle Kuzma, CNA Presyterian Village North, Dallas
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Kathy Gatz-Short
May 26, 2010
Jeanne and family,
I remember the days as kids when your dad was my second dad. I love those memories of camping in Colorado with your family. My prayers are with you at this time.
Lynne Yaple
May 26, 2010
I cannot imagine a visit to Dallas without the tempered wit of Bard Odum to put life in perspective.
Farris Rookstool, III
May 26, 2010
I had the pleasure of knowing Bard. He was a fine Agent. Bard had retired before I joined the bureau. He had many important assignments during the Kennedy Assassination investigation. I am glad you had such a full life and served our country with such honor. God Bless You Bard.
Nancy Sanford Hinckley
May 26, 2010
Margaret & family,
I just read the notice about your dad in the Morning News and wanted to send you my condolences to you and all your family. I have many fond memories of times together in your home with your sweet parents. I can only imagine how difficult it must be... but what a wonderful life and what a heritage for all those precious grandchildren and great-grandchildren to have had grandparents like they were.... May all those memories be of love give you comfort and peace. Prov. 17:6
Blessings & love,
Nancy Sanford Hinckley
Plano, TX
Jesse Rogers
May 26, 2010
I was forunate to know Bard through our mutual membership in the Society of Former Special Agents of the FBI. It was an honor to have Bard as one of us. He clearly was a person of excellent character and accomplishment. Despite his advancing years, his intellectual curiosity and sharp mind were apparent. We will miss him. Our thoughts are with his family. Respectively, Jesse Rogers
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