Opal Lea O'Dell

Opal Lea Goodwin O’Dell, 81, of Looneyville, W.Va., went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.

She was born June 6, 1944, at Amma, W.Va., the daughter of the late Otmer and Icie Ellen Carper Goodwin.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Joshua Timothy Runnion; sisters, Marie Dennis, Addie Butcher, Artie Allhouse, Roxie Lester and Faye O’Dell; brothers, Bill, Otto, Ray, Ronnie, Danny Joe, Frank, Clyde and Ralph Goodwin.

Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Eugene O’Dell; children, Lora (Frank) Bush, Donna (Randy) Young, Penny (Russell) Young, Pam (Denzil) Taylor, Ellen McCutcheon, Rexanna Pauley and Gene (Leeann) O’Dell; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

Opal was a homemaker, devoted wife and mother, who loved her family. She loved spending time with her family and taking care of her chickens.

She loved the Lord and was a Christian. Also, she was a lifelong resident of Roane County.

Per her request, there will be no visitation or service at this time. A celebration of her life is being planned for a later date.

John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer is assisting the family with arrangements.

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