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Mae O'Dell Obituary

O'Dell, Mae Jane 90, retired USD 259 teacher, passed away February 9, 2016. Mae was a lifetime member of Emporia State University Alumni Association, National Education Association, Kansas Association of Retired School Personel, Wichita Association of Retired School Personel, Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority Beta Chapter, and Disabled Am. Veteran Aux. American Legion Aux. #256. She was also a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Kappa Kappa Iota Sorority, and Kappa Phi. Mae was preceded by spouse, Albert O'Dell, Oct. 24, 1991; parents, Ira and Flossie Mullen; brother, Lawrence Mullen; sister, Vera Cunningham; niece, Laura. She is survived by sister, Ethel Hetzel; 7 nieces and nephews; a host of great and great-great-nieces and nephews, relatives and friends; and 3 stepsons and their families. Viewing 5-7 p.m. Friday, February 12, 2016, at Resthaven Mortuary. Funeral Service 2 p.m. Saturday, February 13, 2016, at Aldersgate United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 7901 W. 21st St. N., Wichita, KS 67205.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Feb. 11, 2016.

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Kathy Riedl

February 13, 2016

Mae was one of the best neighbors a person could have ever wished for. She was such a caring and loving person. Was like a family member to so many people at the VA hospital where she gave of her time helping others what a remarkable woman. You will be truly missed Ms Mae.

Rick Maier

February 12, 2016

For the past several years on every Thursday morning while delivering coffee and juice to our Veterans, Mae would stop by my office and we would sit and visit, share stories, and discuss what was going on in the world. Thursday mornings seems so empty now. She was a grand lady, caring, and always brought a smile to all those she encountered. My thoughts and prayer are with your family. I am a better person for knowing you. May you rest is peace. I shall miss you Mae.
Richard M. Maier, RN, USAF (Ret) RJ Dole VAMC.

Cathy Perry

February 12, 2016

Mae was a beautiful lady inside and out. I enjoyed seeing her at the VA weekly. She will be missed. RIP angel

Andrea Henne

February 11, 2016

Thank you, Mae, for all that you did for Alpha Delta Kappa.

Liz Zirkle

February 11, 2016

Mae,
Our time at the VA was a special time. Richard and I were so blessed to have had you in our lives. We will miss you. Say "Hi" to Steve & Colleen for me.

Michelle Perez

February 11, 2016

I'm gonna miss you. I loved seeing your beautiful face every Tues. You will be missed by many. Rest in Paradise.

Becky Eichacker

February 11, 2016

Mae was such a sweet lady. I have enjoyed being her dental hygienist for many years. She will be greatly missed. My prayers are with her family.

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