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Arnold Odom Obituary

"Arnie" passed away at home peacefully after a long battl with cancer. Veteran of U.S. Air Force and former employee at Chicago Tribune. Longtime friend of Bill W. Arnie was an avid reader and enjoyed sailing.Preceded in death by his parents Lillian & Deward and sister Patricia. Survived by sister Debbie & Dennis Fentess of Griffith,IN and brother Roger & Margaret Gallagher of Boston,MA. Many nieces and nephews.Services to be held privately. Rest in Peace

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jul. 23, 2015.

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Peggy Gallagher

August 5, 2015

My best memories are when we all visited Debbie's Home, went to the local fair with all the kids. We all just enjoyed being together. Our trip out on your Sale Boat and of course your visit to Boston Rest in peace.

Debbie Fentress

July 23, 2015

I will sadly miss Arnie answering the phone with "ARNIE THE MONKEY". You will sadly missed Arnie. Love Always and Forever...Your Sister Debbie

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