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Sister Odell V. Scott

Odell Scott Obituary

SMITHFIELD - On Wednesday, July 23, 2003, Sister Odell V. Scott, 77, entered into eternal rest at Riverside Convalescent Center, Smithfield, Va. She was a member of The Church of the Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith since 1953, where she served as the women’s supervisor, church mother and headed various other committees and organizations. She loved the Lord and her family. She is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hurlie Reid; Alfloyd Scott, her husband of 54 years; two brothers, Arthur and Emmett Reid and great-grandson, Christopher Robinson. She leaves to cherish her memories three sisters of New York: Cora Watson, Della Boyd (Thomas), Mary Lee Hemming and Dorethea Mollet of Florida; one brother, Thomas Watson (Gloria), New York; five daughters, Evelyn Scott Holloman (Len), Smithfield, Sharon P Scott, Newport News, Charlotte Newsome (Gilbert), Smithfield, Shirley M. Scott, Newport News, Angela M. Artis (Larry), Smithfield; five sons of Smithfield, Jeffrey F. Scott (Shirley), Bobby L. Scott (Theresa), Michael A. Scott (Felicia), George H. Scott (Darlene), Ronald R. Scott (Thelma); 19 grandsons, seven granddaughters, 13 great-grandsons, eight great-granddaughters, and many nieces, nephews, and other loving relatives. The family will hold a Celebration of Life from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 27, at the Cooke Bros.-Shivers Funeral Chapel, 12749 Courthouse Hwy., Smithfield. A Homegoing Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, July 28, at Cooke Bros.-Shivers Funeral Chapel. Interment will be at Christian Home Baptist Church Cemetery in Suffolk, Va. Family and friends will gather at the home of Len and Evelyn Holloman, 16148 Kathleen Drive, Smithfield, Va.

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Published by Daily Press from Jul. 24 to Jul. 26, 2003.

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Kenneth Roberts Sr.

August 20, 2003

To The Scott Family

My love and prayers to your family. Take comfort in knowing that everything will be alright. God Bless You all!

Dorena Roberts

August 11, 2003

To the Scott family.

May the love of God comfort, and keep you all in your time of grief.

Your mother was loved by many, and will be missed greatly.

Love, and prayers from the Roberts family.

Dorena Roberts

August 11, 2003

Love you, and we will miss you.

We will meet you in the air,that glorious day.

Marjorie Brinkley

August 10, 2003

Love you with all my heart, see you in New Jerusalem:-)

Nathaniel Hill

August 4, 2003

With sympathy, Remembering that God knows best and will provide for your needs, Nate Hill

Norissa Barnes

August 2, 2003

May you rest in peace Mrs. Scott and I will keep your family in my prayers.

Barbara Graves

August 1, 2003

Sharon,

May the Lord sustain and strenghten you during your time of sorrow.

William and Carolyn Hines

August 1, 2003

Mothers are special angels that God calls to continuously look over us.

Your Mother must be an angel because you are.

Be blessed--we love you and we are praying for you.

Newport News Branch NAACP

July 31, 2003

Sharon,

Trusting that God will be especially close to you through this difficult time and that He will give you the faith to look ahead to tomorrow.

Lewis Nicholson

July 31, 2003

Sharon,

Please accept my deepest condolences in the loss of your mother. Our sincerest paryers are with you and your family.

Pastor Nicholson

Gus Owens

July 31, 2003

Ms Scott will be missed.You have

Our prayers.

Gus and June Owens

Thaddeus Holloman

July 31, 2003

Sharon,

I am praying that you and your family will find comfort in knowing that your mother is in a better place. God will give you peace during this difficult time if you place your trust in him. He alone will see you through.



May God bless you and your family.



Thad Holloman

Valerie Fashion

July 31, 2003

May God continue to Bless You and Your Family and Bring You Peace In Your Time of Sorrow.



"For I am thy God; I Will Strenghten thee, I will help thee."

-Isaiah 41:10

Alex Raye

July 30, 2003

Wishing the family well and praying for comfort during this time.

Tyrone & Judy Bullock

July 29, 2003

Wishing you God's peace and comfort. Remember, "Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord."

Tony Williams

July 28, 2003

May you find comfort and solace during this difficult time.

Tony Clark

July 28, 2003

Our prayers and condolences go out to you and your family during this time. We pray that God will comfort you through the love of His Son Jesus Christ.. Sharon, if you need anything don't hesitate to give us a call here at Calvary Chapel (757) 886-5012.



Sincerely yours,

Pastor Tony Clark

Charlene Mason

July 27, 2003

To: Angela Artis and Family



I'm truly saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. I just wanted you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep the faith during this time of bereavement, knowing that God will take care of you and supply you with the strength that you need to endure and press on.



Walking in the Spirit,



Sister Charlene

LOUISE CRAWFORD

July 27, 2003

Dear Councilwoman Scott:



We are deeply saddened by the passing of your mother and we will keep you in our prayers.



Sincerely,



Raymond & Louise Crawford

Elaine and Tyrone Ford

July 27, 2003

Extending love and prayers to all of you.

Juanita Slaughter

July 27, 2003

I wish the family well and God's speed.

Patrice Irving Irving

July 27, 2003

Praying for you all.

Arthur & Elizabeth Robinson Jr

July 27, 2003

Sharon, We were deeply sadden to hear about the passing of your mother.

DARRIN CARTER

July 27, 2003

I wanted to let you know that you are being thought of and prayed for.

RANDY ROBERTS

July 27, 2003

RON WE WERE SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER.OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY. RANDY&KEISHA

Darlene and Gia

July 27, 2003

Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of beravement. I pray that the lord will strengthen and keep you through this awkward time.

Tina Seabron

July 26, 2003

Hello Angela and family,



I pray that the Lord will continue to keep and bless your family especially during this very trying time.

Mary Lynn Roberts

July 26, 2003

My Extended Sisters,

Our hearts go out to you'll, our deepest regrets for your lost. Mom is resting in a place we all will be some day. Remember you will see her again face to face.



Love Lynn and Jon

Jonee, Jon Jon, Jaden

BeBe Petock

July 26, 2003

Sharon,

We are sorry to learn of the death of your mother. Our thoughts are with you and your family.



BeBe & Norman Petock

Robert Dawkins

July 26, 2003

Sharon, please know that my heart and sympathy goes out to you and your family. Although I have never physically met your Mom, I feel I knew her through the person you are.

Peace and Love to The Scott Family.

Roscoe Watts

July 26, 2003

Sharon:

My deepest sympathy during your bereavement and the loss of your mother. As she is at peace, in her home not made with hands but eternal in heaven, may you receive the comfort and blessings of the father to guide you through this period. GOD BLESS YOU.

Herbert and Shirley Cheeseman

July 26, 2003

Dear Family,



We are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Our prayers are with all of you at this time. We pray that the peace of joy reign in your hearts at this time knowing that she is with the Lord. God bless you.

Pastor Tony Clark

July 26, 2003

Sharon

My heart breaks for you because there is NOTHING like a mother. I pray that God's Holy Spirit comforts you during this time. You will be in my prayers during these difficult times and you know that I am here for you.



Pastor Tony Clark

Calvary Chapel of Newport News

Nancy Howard

July 25, 2003

Councilwoman Scott: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I don't think we are ever ready to lose our parents. You and your family members are in my thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace. Nancy Howard

THOMAS OWENS

July 25, 2003

HI EVELYN,SHARON,CHARLOTTE,BOBBY,MICHA EL,SHIRLEY,GEORGE,ANGELA,RONNIE AND JEFF.

SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOTHER, MAY THE LORD BE WITH YOU. AND GIVE YOU THE STRENGHT TO GO ON. WILL TRY TO CALL YOU THIS WEEK END.



TOMMY

Walter Dorsey

July 25, 2003

Dear Ms. Scott and Family,



Know that you and yours are in our prayers during this, your hour of sorrow. To you we extend our deepest sympathy. We pray that you continue to be uplifted by the knowledge that our Lord is always by your side and we are his angels sent to hold you up in this hour. God Bless You and Your Family.

Michael Saafir

July 25, 2003

My family and I extend to you our heartfelt sympathy. We pray and know that the Creator gives you the strength to see you through these hours of bereavement. You remain in our prayers.

LISA WILLIAMS

July 24, 2003

Dear Jeff,Evelyn,Sharon,Charlotte,Bobby,

Michael,Shirley,George,Angela,and

Ronnie you have my deepest sympathy.

Pray and ask the Lord to give you

strength and he will see you through this.If you need something

don't hestitate to call. My phone

is (301)885-0208.



Sorrowfully,



L isa Williams

VIRGINIA REUBEN

July 24, 2003

GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW. OUR LOVED ONE IS AT PEACE, AT LAST......LOVE YOU TO LIFE AND BEYOND......COUSIN VIRGINIA

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