James Ray "Jim" Odle

James Ray "Jim" Odle obituary, Cookeville, TN

James Ray "Jim" Odle

James Odle Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Crest Lawn Funeral Home & Cremation Center - Cookeville on Apr. 28, 2023.

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James Ray Odle, 85 Cookeville, TN, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2023,
Jim was born Thursday, January 27, 1938, Muncie, IN, to the late Kenneth N Odle and Anna Catherine Dytmire.
Jim was a avid reader loved drawing and enjoyed antique cars. He enjoyed playing cards with all his friends every week.
Jim is survived by:
4 Sons:
James (Ode) Odle and wife Anita
Joe Odle and wife Deanna
Kenny Odle and wife Terry
Steve Odle and wife Eaustacia
8 Grandchildren:
Kelsey, Taylor, Kimber, Thomas, Kenny, Josh, Patrick, and Kirsten,
1 Great Grandchild:
Lenna
He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his wife Edwina C. Odle and one sister Ruth Ann Coons.
A celebration of life for Jim Odle will be held on Wednesday May 3, 2023 at 1:00 PM from Crest Lawn Funeral Home.
A visitation will be held at Crest Lawn Funeral home from 11:00 AM until time of service on Wednesday May 3, 2023.
To sign the online guestbook and to send the family a message please visit: crestlawnmemorial.com
Arrangements entrusted to Crest Lawn Funeral Home-Cremation Center,

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