Kate Luster

Kate Luster

Kate Luster Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 20, 2010.
Kate O'Dell Luster Kate O'Dell Luster, age 88, passed away Sunday morning, July 18, 2010, at her son's residence. Kate was a lifelong resident of Sullivan County and was born March 5, 1922, to the late G.A. and Stella Woods O'Dell. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Bluff City and a retired employee of ITT North. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Nina Rhinehardt; and her brother, Clyde O'Dell and sister-in-law, Alma O'Dell. Kate is survived by her son, Ronnie Luster and wife, Angie, of Bluff City; and grandchildren, Nikki and Josh Luster; her brother, Earl O'Dell and wife Dorothy; and her brother-in-law, J. L. Rhinehardt, all of Bluff City. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews who were all dear to her. The funeral service will be conducted 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 20. 2010, at Tetrick Funeral Home Bluff City Chapel with Mr. Tim Carlson, minister, officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 8 p.m. prior to the service in the chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home and other time at the son's residence. The graveside service and interment will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at Poplar Ridge Christian Church Cemetery, Piney Flats. Active pallbearers will be Jerry Rhinehardt, Jared Rhinehardt, Jimmy Rhinehardt, Rodney O'Dell, Barry O'Dell and Danny Buchanan. Minister, pallbearers, family and friends are requested to meet at funeral home at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday to go in procession to the cemetery. Those who prefer memorials, in lieu of flowers, may make donations to First Christian Church Youth Fund, P.O. Box 217, Bluff City, TN 37618. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tetrickfunralhome.com and signing the guestbook Tetrick Funeral Home Bluff City Chapel is serving the Luster family. 423-538-7131.

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July 21, 2010

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Della O'Dell

July 21, 2010

Dear Ronnie,Our sympathies go out to you and your family. Kate was loved dearly and was such a sweet person. She always had good in her heart. We all know how much Mike loved his Aunt Kate, Mollie, Andy and I do too.

The Clark Sams family

July 21, 2010

Ronnie , Angie, Nikki, & Josh,
We are very sorry in the loss of your mother and grandmother. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

July 20, 2010

"My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him."
I was so sorry to hear of Kate's death, she was such a kind person .
I know she will be missed. May you find comfort during this most difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Andrea

Bonnie Prince, Penny Parker

July 20, 2010

Dear Ronnie & family,
We're saddened to learn of your Mother's death. May your faith & good memories sustain you during your time of grief.

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