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Mary Odell
1924 - 2025
BORN
1924
DIED
2025
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Mary Odell Obituary
Mary was born August 3, 1924 in Big Spring, Texas to Walter Preston Hildreth and Etma Mae Hockerston. Mary loved gardening and spending time in the yard enjoying nature. She was an entrepreneur at heart and owned her own business. When she wasn't busy nurturing her green thumb or her business, Mary loved being at church and participating in mission programs.
She is survived by her sons Ron Odell (Patsy) and David Odell (Susan). Her grandchildren Michelle Daniels (Robert), Matthew Odell, and Samantha Johnson (Andrew). Her great-grandchildren Amy Tracey, Cailyn White, Joshua Weaver, and Phillip Weaver. Her Great-great-grandchildren Laney Ann Ballew. Her sister Libby Gilmore, and numerous other relatives, and many special friends.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband, W.C Odell, her granddaughter Danisha Tracey, her parents Walter and Etma Hildreth, as well as 3 brothers and 4 sisters.
Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch and Gilbreath Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com
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