Granbury, Texas
Lolas Odell Wheat Jr., 69, of Granbury, passed away Friday, January 29, 2016 surrounded by his loved ones at Hospice of Wichita Falls.
A celebration of life will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, February 4, 2016 in the chapel of Owens and Brumley Funeral Home of Wichita Falls.
Odell was born on July 20, 1946 in San Antonio, Texas to the late Elton Eugene “Hoppy” and Meady Lowery. He was known as “Junior” by his siblings, teachers, and classmates growing up. He graduated from Lindale High School in 1964, and went on to join the United States Air Force in 1969. He served in the Vietnam War, and was stationed at Sheppard Air Force Base upon his return to the states in 1970. Odell attended MSU, and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in 1974. He began his career with First Savings & Loan, and left there in 1979 to join Landmark Title Company, serving as Vice President for the next 32 years. In 2011, Odell retired to Lake Granbury, in Granbury, Texas, where he enjoyed spending time with his wife, his boat, and his dog Charlie.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a grandson, Jason Alex Wheat-Canava.
He is survived by his wife, Marcia McBride; son Jason Wheat; step-daughter Amy Jones; brothers Dennis and Benny Wheat; sister Susan Turner; granddaughter Jasmine Wheat; step-grandchildren Justin, Seth, and Caleb Jones; and his best friend, confidant, and “partner in crime” for 33 years, Raul Maldonado.
The family suggests that memorials in his name be made to Hospice of Wichita Falls, 4909 Johnson Road, Wichita Falls, Texas 76310.
I am so sorry to learn about Odells passing. I worked with him at the savings and loan in Wichita Falls when I was in my early twenties. He was always so much fun to work with and knowledgeable about his job. I remember having a lot of respect for him. My prayers for his family.
Debbie Thrasher Bryant
June 19, 2020 | Waxahachie, TX | Coworker
RIP Junior.
Neal Whitehead Jr
February 12, 2016 | Tyler, TX
My thoughts and prayers are with you, close family and friends of my cousin, Odell (Junior). I knew him as a child and it had been many years since I saw him. However, he and his siblings crossed my mind many times over the years. Rest in peace, Jr. May God bless you all.
Frances Wheat McGregor
February 08, 2016 | Texarkana, TX
Jr. was such a nice guy and good friend during our Lindale High School years. Great memories . . .
R.I.P., Jr.
Dana Hall Roberts
February 04, 2016 | Brenham, TX
My sincere sympathy to the family.
George Melvin
February 04, 2016 | Lindale, TX
Jr. Was a great guy and great friend in the class of '64 at Lindale High School!
Terry Waters
February 04, 2016 | Lindale, TX
Although we can't be with you while you remember your loved one, you're in our thoughts from afar. Sweet Odell was a wonderful man and will missed by all.
Ken & Cindy Kebodeaux
February 04, 2016 | Houston, TX
Sweet Odell, you were one of a kind! We will miss you! You were a kind, generous and honest man who treated everyone with the upmost respect - a perfect gentleman always. You're gone too soon! May you be in perfect peace until we see you again!
Jo Beth & John Klas
February 03, 2016 | Bedford, TX
Fond memories of great times growing up and graduating Lindale High School with JR.
Jerry & Kathleen Fleming
Jerry & Kathleen Fleming
February 03, 2016 | Lindale, TX