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Spencer Oedel Obituary

Spencer M. Oedel -STONE MOUNTAIN - Spencer M. Oedel, 19, beloved son, grandson, and brother, died September 11, 2005 in Atlanta, Georgia. -He is survived by his mother, Amy Lighthill; father, David Oedel; step-mother, Kerry Oedel; grandparents, David Lighthill, Agnes Potter, and Herbert and Virginia Oedel; seven siblings, Grace, Ike, and Sophie Oedel and Katelin, Stephen, Theron and Liam Bassett. -A memorial service will be held at 2P.M., Saturday, September 17, 2005 at St. Francis Episcopal Church on Forest Hill Road in Macon, Georgia, to be officiated at by Rev. Dan Edwards, Spencer's godfather. -Contributions in his memory could be made to the Red Cross for Hurricane Katrina victims. -Wages and Sons Funeral Home, Stone Mountain.

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Published by The Telegraph on Sep. 15, 2005.

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Sheila collins

September 10, 2023

Spencer you were like a son to me I loved every minute you spent with our family you were such a special person in my life I love you very much

Philip Torrey

October 9, 2005

Spencer, I will miss you more than you know. Thanks for all the guidance.

Clayton Morey

September 21, 2005

Upon meeting Spencer I knew instantly that I would be forever changed. His way of breathing life and vitality into every moment was unmatched. Always with a smile and a joke he enriched my life and the life’s of those around him. Spencer’s death has taken something from us all. I myself however will take from Spencer the ability to find the good in every one and the life in every day we live. Spencer we love you, we miss you and we keep you always in our hearts and in our minds. To Spencer’s family and closest friends I send my deepest condolences and prayers and may you as well take Spencer with you as you continue in this life. With deepest sympathy

Teri Goodwin

September 20, 2005

To Spencer my co-worker and my friend. Thanks for the many smiles and laughters. May you rest peacefully in the arms of Jesus.

Love Teri at Extra Space

Angel McConnell

September 20, 2005

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of spencer. He will truly be missed. He was a great friend and coworker. May God bless his soul.

sheila collins

September 17, 2005

Spencer's death has saddened my whole family, especially my son Adam. Their was a group of children who grew up at Paideia school being best of friends. My husband and I were so lucky to have shared in all of their lives for 5 years. Then as they grew older they seemed to drift away. Spencer was the highlight of our lives just like our two sons, Steve and Adam. Amy was one of the most loving and caring mothers because I used to look at my husband and say Amy Oedel is one of those great mothers and their were not many like her. We will all miss him greatly and our deepest sympathy is with you and the kids now in this time of deep pain. LOVE ALWAYS THE COLLINS FAMILY Atlanta Ga.

Mary Cobb

September 16, 2005

I've grown up knowing Spencer, and know how hard it must be for Amy, Grace, and Ike. I still smile when I think of Spencer, and these memories will forever help me to celebrate his life. I send my deepest sympathies to the family.

Whitney McMath

September 15, 2005

I am so sorry to learn of Spencer's death. Our minds can accept the death of an older person, but it is difficult to accept the death of one so young. Our prayers are with you.

Ayres Gardner

September 15, 2005

Spencer's death has deeply saddened our family. We mourn the loss of his wit and the sweetness that could accompany it -- all that made him stand out from the crowd. The Cobb and Gardner family sends our condolences to Amy, Grace and Ike for your loss.

Keith Michaels

September 15, 2005

My deepest sympathies go out to the family. Spencer was truely a sweet and caring person, I will greatly miss him.

Spencer 2001

September 15, 2005

Bruce Tarnopolski

September 14, 2005

My deepest sympathy to Amy, Grace, and Ike during this difficult time.

Mary Elizabeth Nuttall

September 14, 2005

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts.

Mimi Naja

September 14, 2005

Spencer was very dear to me, and my heart goes out to Grace, Amy and the rest of the family. I may be far away, but you are constantly in my thoughts.

Mickele McCleary

September 14, 2005

I offer my deepest sympathy to Spencer's family.

Tim and Lauren Mescon

September 14, 2005

Our deepest sympathies.

Wages & Sons Funeral Homes, Inc. Stone Mountain Chapel

September 14, 2005

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.

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