Dr. Allen Odell

I studied under Dr. Odell at WES, and I am preparing to accept a new DCE position which I will design based upon I learned from him. He was the best I ever saw at what he did, and I cannot tell you how much he influenced me. What a tremendous man of God and educator he was, and now is in Heaven.

Allen was a long-time friend from Cascade College days, as well as later in life. He and I took different paths that could well have alienated us, by way of religious affiliations. In spite of this, he was and remained the sweetest, most compassionate person in a circle of associations that experienced conflicts over religious beliefs. I trusted his integrity and his values in life, knew him to be a devoted husband and kind father. The world is far worse off with his death. I record, here,...

I will miss Allen. He was a great friend and always helped whenever he was needed.

Wonderful friend, faithful minister, inspiring teacher, deserving the Lord's
well done.

Eleanor, I am so sorry for your loss. You and Allen are both loved by so many. I had the privilege of taking classes from Allen during WES days. He was always so positive and insightful. Tony always admired his colleague. I suspect that Tony was there "at the pearly gates" to greet Al. God bless you and the family. My prayers are with you! With love,

Oh my! Another saint steps into heaven. Always remember the smile Allen would bring into any room he entered. He share great leadership and insight. So sorry for your loss Eleanor and family. God is faithful!

I has been such a privilege to be associated with you and Dr. Odell through the Burundi Fund and our friends in that country. You certainly helped launch two men of God and their families into the world so in need of such lives. I'm sure they join you in your sadness of loss and joy of Dr. Odell's home in heaven.

What fun memories of Allen I have. He was one of the best and blessings to the family.