We created a GatheringUs memorial to celebrate the life of James Charles Odell, our father. He was larger than life in many ways; collecting your stories, experiences, and memories here will offer us great comfort. As we plan virtual and in person gatherings, we will share details here. Thank you for... see moreWe created a GatheringUs memorial to celebrate the life of James Charles Odell, our father. He was larger than life in many ways; collecting your stories, experiences, and memories here will offer us great comfort. As we plan virtual and in person gatherings, we will share details here. Thank you for contributing to this lasting memorial.
James was one of the liveliest, most charming people I have ever met. He was a truly loving and caring father-in-law to my daughter. I enjoyed every moment I have spent with him, which included two wonderful Thanksgivings. He had a way of making you feel... moreJames was one of the liveliest, most charming people I have ever met. He was a truly loving and caring father-in-law to my daughter. I enjoyed every moment I have spent with him, which included two wonderful Thanksgivings. He had a way of making you feel like you were the most important person in the room. He was a gentleman who made everyone laugh and feel special. His playful, gentle, and mischievous nature reminds me of Jasper, and I'm so happy that Jasper embodies so much of his light. less
So many memories of James. Here are two: he’s at the wheel in Toronto his first wedding. We are driving to the scene and he clips another car. We speed from the scene. “If the Mounties catch us, the wedding is off,” says Jimmy. They didn’t catch... moreSo many memories of James. Here are two: he’s at the wheel in Toronto his first wedding. We are driving to the scene and he clips another car. We speed from the scene. “If the Mounties catch us, the wedding is off,” says Jimmy. They didn’t catch us and his wedding with Dawn proceeds smoothly. Many years later, I’m invited to his third wedding, with an Israeli whom he had a rather up and down wedding. They found the pastor on some social media site. He was a guy who travelled around doing weddings. The wedding took place outside of New Hope, Pennsylvania in a rustic house that let us know it was an artist’s home. Most of the people there were Israelis. I believe I was there for all of his weddings. And now he’s gone. less