Odie E Follis

Odie E Follis obituary, Columbus, OH

Odie E Follis

Odie Follis Obituary

Visit the Shaw-Davis Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Short North Chapel website to view the full obituary.

Odie E Follis, born on August 29, 1954, in Pulaski, Arkansas, passed away on November 11, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. He was the Owner/Operator of Follis Trucking and retired from Crane Freight and Cartage.

Odie had a passion for fishing, golfing, watching football, and visiting casinos. He also enjoyed listening to ABBA music.

He is survived by his son, Tony Follis of Oak Hill, Ohio, and his sister, Sandy Conrad of Virginia. Odie also leaves behind his long-time friend Tommy Garrett of Davenport, Florida, friend and caregiver Cathy Patrick, and his beloved cats, Bella and "A".

He was preceded in death by his son Shane Follis, his parents, and his fiancée Vicki Jones. 

In lieu of flowers, Donations in Honor of Odie can be made to Kobacker House (800 McConnell Dr. Columbus, Ohio 43214)

Odie's memory will be cherished by those who knew and loved him.

"Rest Now Odie"

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