Gary Dean Odom
May 20, 1944 ~ February 26, 2019
Resided in:
Leicester, North Carolina
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Gary Dean Odom, 74, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 26, 2019, at the Brooks-Howell Home.
A native of Black Mountain, Gary was a son of the late Clifford A. and Alma McGee Odom. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Braska and J.C. Odom.
Mr. Odom was a dedicated husband, devoted dad, and loving Papaw. He had a servant's heart and served the Lord by serving others in his daily life. He also proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. He worked for many years at Square D and retired from Continental Teves. In his spare time, he loved to golf, sing and play guitar, and listen to Southern gospel music. He was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Linda B. Odom; daughter, Kellie O. Fore (Ryan); sons, Jeff Odom (Lisa) and Curtis Odom (Heather); grandchildren, Hayden Odom, Grayson Fore and Maddie Grace Fore; granddaughter adopted out of love, Jessica Hamlin; sister, Delores Marler; and several nieces, nephews, and other family members.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. The Rev. Dr. Ronnie Owen will officiate. Interment with military honors will follow at Green Hills Cemetery.
His family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday evening at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave.
Gary's family would like to express their thanks to the staff of the Brooks-Howell Home for the love and compassionate care they provided to him.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 200 Mt. Carmel Rd., Asheville, NC 28806.
Although I never met Gary, I have heard great things about him. He and his wife Linda have raised a beautiful family. I am proud to say his son Jeff is a good friend. Our condolences, hearts and prayers go out to the family.
I’m so sorry to learn of Gary’s homegoing. You all are and have been in my prayers.
Mikki Lewis
I am so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. He always had a smile on his face and a hug to share. He will truly be missed by his family and friends!!
We’re so sorry for your loss. Gary was a great Christian man. Please know you’re in our Thoughts and Prayers. May precious memories fill your heart and ease your pain. Always remember—Those we love don’t go away they walk beside us everyday.
Love and Prayers,
Heather Edwards and Russell Jones
May the lord shine his face upon you and your family and bring you peace during this time of need
Gary Nurtured a Great family in Life. I am sure he will still be looking over his Family and Nurturing you all from Heaven’s Poarch. His JOY and LOVE will be with you always. In these days remember the abundant Happy, Joyful & Loving Memories you have had with him, they are a part of your life, the history the world and the Fabric of the Universe. Bless you all for being a part of his Great Life.
We are so sorry to hear about Gary’s passing. We lived across the street from Gary and Linda on Hosta Court in the mid-2000s. He was always such a kind neighbor, and to this day our children (now in their late-teens) recall how nice he and Linda were to them when they were little. Even after we moved, Gary and Linda held a special place in our hearts. We will be keeping all of your family in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
I worked with Gary for many years at Square D. He was a good friend and my brother in Christ after I came to know the Lord in 1978. Without a doubt we will see him again.
Kellie you and your family are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God bring comfort to you all and know he is with our Lord.
I was deeply saddened today to learn of Gary passing. We worked together for many years at Square during the 70’s and for most of those years my wife (Idella) and I had the privilege of attending church with Gary and Linda in West Asheville. Our deepest condolences are extended to Linda and their entire family who’re dealing with the painful void created by a heart breaking loss of his physical presence.
Remembering Gary from our years at Square D. He was very highly thought of and respected by everyone who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with Linda and the family during this difficult time.
Linda and Family I was saddened today to learn of Gary passing. I pray that the Lord will wrap his loving arms around your Family at this very hard time…You will be in my thoughts and prayers..
I worked with Gary at Continental and am a friend of the Fore Family… Gary was always easy to work with… I know he enjoyed his retirement!
May you find peace and comfort in all the wonderful memories..
God Bless,
with love and prayers
With sincere sympathy,
Rene’ Brooks
Gary was a coworker of mine at Continental. One of the things I remember about Gary was that he would volunteer at the annual golf tournaments at The Cliffs courses. I always thought that was a pretty classy thing to do. I missed Gary after I left Conti and will miss him even more now. I regret that I will not be able to attend neither the visitation nor the funeral, but I have prior commitments; I’m sure Gary would be OK with that. In my absence, prayers will follow. I trust the Lord is helping his family with this loss.
On behalf of Emmanuel Lutheran Church and School, we extend our prayers to your family. We are blessed to have Grayson and Maddie Grace in our school. We have and will continue to keep all in our prayers through this time. We rejoice in the fact that Gary is with our Lord and rejoicing every day.
So sad to hear of Gary’s Homegoing . Worked with him at Square D and my sons (David & Tim) were in school with your sons. Remembering you in prayer for today and the days ahead.
Gary was such a nice and humble person. We will miss his smile and his wave. Our hearts and prayers are with the whole family.
Linda, I’m so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Your family is in my prayers. I couldn’t help but reminisce and remember times of laughter and joy we shared together. You and Gary will always hold a special place in my heart. Much love to you.
I worked with Gary for 6 years at Continental. He was extremely helpful. I moved to Morganton in 1998 and kept in touch somewhat until 15 yrs ago. Today while reflecting back Gary came to my mind and tried to contact but shocked to find that he has passed away. My deepest deepest condolences after almost 2 years. Very very sad loss. I still can’t believe how can that be