Julene Parry O'Dell

Rulon, Deborah and family,

I was so sorry to read of the passing of your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

My name is Cassidy Butcher, i attended Elk Ridge all three years. I was an office aide and also a friend of Julene, whenever i needed something Julene always lended a helping hand. I will miss you Julene. I am sorry for your familys loss.

I am very sorry for your families loss. Julene was a very good person. I attended elk ridge all three years and was in the office a lot with her.. she was always so nice to everyone and I will miss her very much..

A Reminiscence

YES, thou art gone! and never more
Thy sunny smile shall gladden me;
But I may pass the old church door,
And pace the floor that covers thee.

May stand upon the cold, damp stone,
And think that, frozen, lies below
The lightest heart that I have known,
The kindest I shall ever know.

Yet, though I cannot see thee more,
'Tis still a comfort to have seen;
And though thy transient life is o'er,
'Tis sweet to think that thou hast been;

To think a soul so near divine,
Within a form so angel fair,
United to a heart like thine,
Has gladdened once our humble sphere.

By Anne Bronte
The Poetry Foundation

Our family is so sad to hear of Julene's passing, Our Son attended Elkridge over the last three years and we were very fortunate to have gotten the chance to get to know her. She was an incredible person, We will miss her.

to the o'dell family

i am very sorry for your loss i new her well. i was a student and was in the office alot and she helped.

To the O'Dell Family:

My name is Carra Vonk and i attended Elk Ridge all 3 years of middle school i was an Office Aide this year.

I got to know Julene very well and i will miss her very much.

I was very shocked to hear what happened to her and i am very sorry for her families loss.

we will always remember her for the great person she was.

Dear Tom, My heart is broken for your loss... I am sorry I was not there to be some help for you. I see from many comments by friends and relatives that Julene did not wait for tomorrow to be happy , influence others and raise their spirits. When I heard about her condition, I immediately thought of her in the congregation as I spoke. Tommy and her were having a great time together. Her smile brought a measure of comfort to me. Again my sincere condolences to you and your family.
David Mellem

I am very sorry for the families loss....my love and prayers are with you....God bless you and your family.


Leticia Jenkisn

Tom and Family,

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."

I will always cherish in my mind and heart the childhood memories of my cousin Julene, she always made me smile. We played together as children, we worked together as teens. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her loved ones.

Cousin Marjean Cowdell Jones

When I heard about her passing, it didn't connect at Church, until I put her in at the Attendance Office at Elk Ridge Middle School. And then it was like a major piece of our lives had gone away. It's hard to find the right words to say when someone you love has passed away... Julene, to me, was the Captain of her attendance team at school and it seemed that I would always get her when my son would call home sick or injured in P.E. I could always talk to her about what was going on with him and she ALWAYS would understand and tell me that it would be okay...We will miss her greatly and wish for our Heavenly Father's blessings to be with her family and know that she will always be watching out over you...

Tom & Family,
LaDawn called this morning to let us know of Julene's passing. We send our love and hope the peace of the gospel wraps around you and bring you comfort.
Love,
Martin & Karla van Hemert

I was a office aide for Julene,I enjoyed being with her she was always so nice to everyone, she always had a warm smile everyday. I will miss her dearly. I am very sorry for the families loss.

TO THE ODELL FAMILY FROM THE OGAN FAMILY OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU MAY GOD BLESS YOU THROUGH THESE SAD TIMES

I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Julene. She was a very good friend to me growing up and we shared many happy times together in orchestra, in 4H, in church, and just being together. I had lost track of her because I live in California now with my family. I just want you to know what a good example she was to me all of our growing up years together. We lived on the same lane - Meyers lane and went to the same schools, rode the same bus together, and shared our secrets. I never remember her saying anything bad about anyone - she was special. I am glad that I had a chance to know her. I am so sorry for your loss.
Karma Butterfield Bronson

Julene you were so nice to me, and sweet, as you were to everyone. I hope that wherever you are now, that your okay. And that your family will be helped along the way. Cause if I remember anyone from Elk Ridge, it was your welcoming smile, and your little laughter, and caring gestures. I love you and will miss you terribly, I will keep a close prayer for you and your family, I hope you enjoy soaring through the deep blue sky with your loved ones :)

Dear Tom and Family, we were sorry to hear about Julene,s passing, we remember your family with love and affection for everybody. Our daughter Mechelle remembers the special temple wedding dress she made for her wedding and how much that meant to us all at the Cumming home back then in magna. May the Lord be with you all at this time. Gordon and Helen

So sorry for your loss, may our Heavenly Father Bless you in your time of need. Ken & Janet Fredrickson

Tom and Family,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Julene. Even though it's been a few years since you moved away, you never forget those you "grew up" with. May God bless you with peace and comfort at this time. Our prayers are with you.

Julene was always the brightest face and the sweetest person at Elk Ridge. I came to appreciate her ability to remain a swan in calm waters no matter how hectic things were. What a rare and beautiful person. I and my children will miss her gentle voice and sweet smile.

Our family's prayers are with you.

Stephanie, Alex, and Andrew Wright

Dear O'Dell Family,

I'm sorry to hear of Julene's passing. I always loved her sweet and humble spirit. She always had a smile on her face.
I remember my first time going as a leader to Young Women's Camp. Liz Margett's, Julene and I were all in the same tent. We got laughing so hard at night that the girls complained we were keeping them awake.
She was very talented. Anything she did turned out well. She will be missed very much.

Tom and family,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of your wife and mother's quick passing. We hope you know that we enjoyed having you as members of our ward and doing all the things that families do together. We missed you all when you moved from the ward and our thoughts and prayers are certainly with you now. So glad we got to rub shoulders with Julene while you lived near us in Magna. May the Lord bless and comfort each of you now and forever.
Randy and Karen Ellis
Magna, Utah

It was an honor getting to know Julene this past year. She happily helped me with huge challenges and had a smile for even my most difficult students at their most difficult moments. She found something positive in every child and she simply enjoyed them all. I can't imagine Elk Ridge without her. What a gem.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We find, as you do, solace in knowing that our Heavenly Father is in charge and that He loves us. The knowledge of the restored gospel and the blessings available because of the sacrifice of the Savior bring comfort and peace at times like these. This knowledge turns hurt into hope and eventually hope into happiness. May God Bless You.
Gary & Rebecca Albiston

Tom and Family,

We're so sorry to hear of Julene's passing. We extend our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy.

Sincerely,

She was a wonderful lady. I always knew where to go if I needed any buttons!! I will miss her dearly, and if there is anything I can do, please let me know. I am so sorry that I will not be able to be there for her funeral, as I am in another country right now. I your wonderful heart. Thanks for being my second mom while I was growing up.
Love,
Nicole Voorhees

Tom and Family

It was your family that made me feel welcome to Utah. I am humble to have know Julene and have her always asked me how my family is doing and how she always made Alma and my children feel good. We will miss her greatly. Our love and prayers go out to you and your family.

Love, hugs and kisses to all from Jose, Alma, Joshua, Xiomara, Aiyana and Haley.

I wish we were there with your family, I woke up this morning anxious for our trip to Utah in a couple of days, excited to see our friends we haven't seen for so long, Julene being the first one to pop into my head, I wanted to surprise her with a big hug at her front door. Julene is the kind of mom I want to be, she always said play with your kids! She took my kids when I was sick, walked my colicky baby around the neighborhood, made us meals, and when my husband was out of state for 4 months, you name it she and her family were there. Julene my heart is broken, I thought of you this morning, and had no idea that you had left this mortal life, Travis says it must mean that you are happy! We love you, and your sweet family.

Love, Pam & Travis Wall & kids

We were crushed to hear of Julene's passing. Julene is a wonderful example of love and charity. We remember the loving and caring manner in which she took an interest in our family and especially our children. You are in our prayers.

I will miss seeing Julene in the office at ERMS. She was always smiling and she did make me laugh. I loved that about her. She was always so help and kind. She gave me a ride home from registration one day last year when my husband was running late. It was a little out of her way but she said "no problem". School will not be the same without her laughing at her desk. She was a wonderful women. You are very blessed to have her. I lost my father suddenly a few years ago also. I hope that love and peace will surround you and that you remember how truly blessed everyone was to have known and loved her.

Dear Tom & Family,

We were so very sorry and saddened to hear about Julene. She was a special woman with an infectious laugh and giggle. May the Lord bless you and may you be comforted with His spirit and peace.

Tom, our prayers have been with you and your family. May God bless you through this difficult time. Thank God, for the atoning sacrifice of his son Jesus Christ.

Dear Tom and family,
I just heard about Julene. I'm so sorry. She was a good neighbor. Our thoughts are with you.
David and Megan Stevens, Kaysville, Ut

Julene is one of my favorite people! She always had a smile and was so helpful to me right from the start when I began my teaching career. I knew that I could always count on her. I enjoyed stopping by her desk and swapping ideas for new sewing projects - she truly was an amazing seamstress! I am really going to miss seeing her cheerful smile. I pray that our Heavenly Father's love and peace will surround her family at this difficult time.

Dear Aunt Deborah, Uncle Rulon, & family,

What sadness we feel for the loss of our sweet cousin. To lose your daughter and sister is almost more than one should have to bear. We loved Julene and will miss her very much. You raised a lovely daughter. And, cousins, your sister will be gone from you, but she's always and forever in your heart.

We send our love and will keep you in our prayers.

Dear Tom and family,

We are so sorry to hear about Julene's passing. You don't need us to remind you how wonderful she was, but she really was a lovely, choice lady. We will surely miss her at reunions and occasionally running into her around town. She had the sweetest smile and was always so kind to us. As big as the extended family has gotten, Julene still always made time to talk with us, her cousins. Again, we will miss her.

We send our love and prayers to you all during this difficult time.

I have never met a more honest and kind woman in my life. I loved my job at ERMS because Julene made it a wonderful place to be. Not only was she my co-worker, but she was a dear friend. It won't be the same without her sweet smile and kind heart. She will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Julene, my dearest and sweetest cousin, my best buddy in high school and co-worker at Midgley Manor, she made me laugh many, many times. I admired and looked up to her in so many ways. My fondest memories of youth are of the times I spent with her. Distance and years have kept us apart but she has remained in my heart and always will.

No words can express how much we loved Julene. She was a sister-in-law and friend for thirty years and when we could get together, she was always a fun person. I have tried so hard to get a flight to UT from MI, but it's the holiday weekend and it's impossible.

I know my brother and my nieces and nephews and families will feel lost without her, but I also know that she has a heavenly kingdom. The Father gave her to us for a time but now He has called her home.

My condolences to the ones left behind. John and I will both be praying for you and we love you all. May the Lord bring you peace during the days and months ahead.

To Julene's family:
I'm sure you would know this, but Julene created an atmosphere of friendliness, helpfulness, true caring for all members of the faculty and staff at ERMS. She set that examples for her assistants, as well, and their phone responses, replies to requests of things we couldn't do on the computer, information on a situation or a student that would help us serve the community better was always forthcoming. She knew these things would help us do a better job, Sweet, heppy, a beautiful smile--that was always Julene. She stayed at her station--her desk--often late, serving 1500 kids and a staff of one hundred, a huge and difficult job. I feel so sad today for all of you. It's a good thing I (we) know what I (we) know. How else could we (you) bear this?

Tom and family,
We want to let you know how much we loved Julene. We have missed her since you moved from the ward. We extend our condolences at this time and send our love. We will not be able to attend the funeral as we will be out of town, but know that our thoughts will be with you.
Remember the happy times and good memories and they will help you get through the tough times.
Don and Jane Houghton
Lake Ridge 8th Ward

Sorry to hear of your loss. I lived in Bluffdale and spent a lot of time with Janice. Julene,s aunt. So althought I did not Know Julene I did know Deb and Rulon. I just can not understand why God takes our kids first.
Carma

We are so sad to hear of Julene's passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to the entire Parry family. You have such a wonderful family and it is a blessing to know that you will be with her again. All our love!

My prays are with you. My love is for you. Untill we meet again.

Our mom truely lived by example. She always made everyone feel valued and special no matter what. Her giving personality brought lots of friends, and we feel she really made a difference in this world, and was able to help many many people. We love her and hope we can always strive to live as she did. We're so grateful for all the happy memories we have with her.
Matt and Heather O'Dell

Julene, you will be missed greatly. Our hearts and our Love, to you, and to your family.
Bear and Susan Baggs