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Sheila Odum Obituary
Savannah, GA
Lady Sheila Jenks Odum entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 8, 2021. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, friend, and more. Mrs. Odum was the First Lady of the The Temple of Glory Community Church, where her husband, Bishop Matthew Odum, Sr. is the pastor.
A native of Savannah, Ga, Sheila matriculated through the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System and went on to obtain multiple degrees in ministry and Human Resources management. Her kind smile, loving heart, infectious laugh, and affectionate spirit will forever stay with us.
Her homegoing celebration will be held on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 11:00am at the Temple of Glory Community Church (1105 Stiles Avenue). Viewing will be held on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 from 1p - 8p. The family will accept visitors at the Temple of Glory starting Monday, April 12 through Wednesday, April 14, from 4p - 7p.
Savannah Morning News
8/12/2021
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Dr. Brenda L Roberts
April 8, 2025
Remembering a warm, caring, and Beautiful person. Your smile would light up a room. Sheila you are truly missed.
Dr. Patricia Jenks-Greene
April 7, 2025
Today is Monday, April 7, 2025, tomorrow is Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Happy birthday to our dear Mother on April 8th. Sheila, not a day goes by that I don´t think about you, your smile, your laughter, and the love you gave so freely. Though my heart still aches, I´m grateful for all the memories we made and the bond that time can never break. I miss you more than words can say. I thank God for the times we shared and your love that still surrounds me. We remember and will never forget. Patricia Jenks-Greene, Clifford, Michael, and Kenneth Jenks.
Evelyn J Wilson
February 16, 2023
May her sweet presence live forever! She is truly missed.
Evelyn Wilson
April 9, 2022
Ooops! I´m a day short of my condolences, but long on sweet, sweet memories of our beautiful, loving First Lady....may God continue to strengthen here family!
Patricia Jenks-Greene
April 7, 2022
Today, Thursday, April 7, 2022 we remember. Tomorrow, Friday, April 8, 2022 we will never forget.
Love forever, your loving sister, Patricia Jenks-Greene, your big brothers, Clifford, Michael, and Kenneth Jenks.
Patricia Jenks-Greene
January 20, 2022
My dearest baby sister. I miss you everyday. There is no getting used to this hurt and unimaginable loss, pain, and unbelief. I remember to day our Mom arrived home with you wrapped in a pink blanket. Mama opened the blanket and there was my big beautiful baby sister that our brother Kenny named Sheila. I will always treasure our time together, our laughter, and our tears, more importantly, I will always carry you in my heart and know that I will see, hug, and hold on to my sister once again.
May 10, 2021
Mommy, I miss you more than words can say. I know you're healed and we'll see you again. This really hurts. It hurts more than anything I've ever experienced. But I know you're enjoying your Heavenly home. Tell the Lord thank ya! I love you so much, Mommy.
Linda L Shuman-Debnam
May 3, 2021
Sheila was my dear friend. She was my sister and confident. She had a sweet spirit. She impacted the world with her loving kindness. I loved my dear friend. Rest in peace Sheila
Linda (Walker) Debnam Love you always
Patricia Jenks-Greene
April 20, 2021
My Baby Sister, My Best Friend, My Confidant, My BFF. You are forever in my heart and now this is a lonesome place to be without you. Hold on to Mama and Daddy's hand. No more pain, no more suffering. You are free and in the arms of Jesus. I love you for always. Your Only Sister, Pat
Pernae Barnes
April 17, 2021
FL Odum and I were Roommates in College. She was a Cheerleader in High School. And a member of the Black Roots of 1979. I am going to miss her.
Juanita Washington
April 16, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Felicia Wimberly
April 15, 2021
You will greatly be missed, my friend!
Felicia Wimberly
Rodney Harness
April 15, 2021
Thoughts and Prayers to the family!!! Loved working with her very much in the past, such a sweet person.
LaTosha Johnson
April 15, 2021
My the peace of God continue to keep and comfort you.
Juanita houston brown
April 15, 2021
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family.
I will bless the Lord at all times and His praises will continually be in mouth.
Stephanie Harris Brown
April 15, 2021
Condolences to the family of Lady Sheila Odum. She was one of the kindest, most humble and most giving souls I have ever known. I pray there is comfort in knowing that in the presence of the Lord, she is whole again. She is an example of who we should aspire to be. Many prayers of peace for the Odum, Jenks and Temple of Glory church family.
Angela & Zarius Walker
April 15, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Rosetta williams
April 14, 2021
Rosetta williams what a beautiful soul such a godly woman of God ; truly inspiring,encouraging pleasant with such a beautiful smile.
Evelyn Wilson
April 14, 2021
I never approached my First Lady without saying, "Hey Pretty Lady" and always received in return her beautiful smile. God has chosen one of His most precious and beautiful flowers for now and forever bloom in glory with Him, in the person of Lady Sheila J. Odum. I, like her family and friends, will miss her dearly. May God continue to comfort her entire family and our Church Family. Sister Evelyn Wilson
Sharolette Freeman
April 13, 2021
You have touched so many lives and will truly be missed. I love you my sweet Lady O. SIP, and may God continue to strengthen the family at this time of bereavement.
Benjamin Bryant, III
April 12, 2021
I will miss seeing her post on Facebook. She always had something positive and inspiring to say! Her smile and love for others will be missed greatly! Bishop, you and your family are in my prayers. May the Peace of God be your rest place!! Sending love to the Odum family!
Arlene Macon
April 12, 2021
Such sweet sweet spirit I know the angels was waiting on her arrival, I’m gonna missed that infectious . Rest on beautiful ❤❤❤
Onetha Bonaparte
April 12, 2021
In loving memory of my dear, dear friend! I will miss that infectious smile and all the warm messages you gave me when we spoke. I will miss you now, always and forever.
Linda Webb
April 12, 2021
You would truly be miss Sheila Odum, I know you are resting in the arm of Jesus now.
Bishop Odum I am so sorry for your loss my heart hurt along with yours and your family to loose someone who you love so deeply.
May GOD help you through this difficulty time in your life.
praying for you and your family.
Dr. Barbara Lacey
April 12, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Sending my deepest condolences and heartfelt regards .
Shakila Jenkins
April 12, 2021
Praying for your comfort and peace!
Evangelist Doris Frazier
April 12, 2021
To the entire Odom family, I express and send Heartfelt Condolences during this difficult time . Hold on to the fond memories ( her Humbleness and Beautiful Smile) her caring spirit. Trust the Lord to get through this time together as a family. I’ll continue to pray for your family as well as your church family
Brenda L Roberts
April 12, 2021
I was heartbroken to learn that God called Sheila home. We go back to childhood with her parents Deacon Clifford and Ernestine Jenks at 1st Mt. Bethel, at their home. Her beautiful smile and warm caring personality will truly be missed. My deepest prayers and condolences to Bishop Odum and the entire family during this difficult time. May God comfort and keep you in His Perfect Peace.
Ms. Della Ball
April 12, 2021
In meeting her in passed years! as well! as her family! There was that smile! kindness!
humbleness! a loving way of showing friendliness. She had this Electlady title ! But wasn't lifted up in pride!
. And sure loved God And family& people. Will miss! you my friend and sister. But you will not be forgotten. ❤❤❤
Thelma LaVerne Hill-Foster
April 11, 2021
Bishop Odum, family and the entire Temple of Glory family, may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Extending heartfelt prayers to each of you during this difficult time. God bless and keep you all,
Thelma LaVerne Hill-Foster Augusta, GA
Thelma LaVerne Hill-Foster
April 11, 2021
Bishop Odum, family and the entire Temple of Glory family, may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Extending heartfelt prayers to each of you during this difficult time. God bless and keep you all,
Thelma LaVerne Hill-Foster
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