Mr. Charles “Kenneth” Odom, age 75, Jonesborough, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at Johnson City Medical Center.
Mr. Odom was born April 2, 1948, to the late Orville & Gertrude Odom. He was also preceded in death by his only son, Keith Odom and a brother, Wayne Odom.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Paulette Mitchell Odom, Jonesborough; brother, James “Pete” Odom and wife, Ruth; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was a member of Cherokee Baptist Church.
Mr. Odom was a United States Army Veteran. He retired from US Postal service after 35 years of service, the last 20 years he was Postmaster of Limestone, Tennessee.
He loved his Polled Hereford Cattle and two special Australian Shephard dogs, Bear & Buster.
We wish to express our sincere appreciation to Mackie & Judy Parker for their ongoing love and support also special neighbors, David Lane and Willie Hart.
Friends may come by Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home Saturday or Sunday during regular business hours to view and sign the register.
Graveside services will be conducted 2:00 PM, Monday, October 23, 2023, at Cherokee Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor John Moore officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to Cherokee Baptist Church Cemetery c/o Susan Booth, P.O. Box 1054, Jonesborough, TN 37659.
I worked with Ken for a number of years during his Post Office career. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. My prayers are with Paulette and his family.
10/22/2023
Donnie & Pat Henry
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers!
10/22/2023
Janice and Mike Arwood
Paulette,
We were saddened to hear about the passing of Kenneth.
May God Bless You and Comfort You during this difficult time and the days ahead.
Janice and Mike Arwood
10/21/2023
Clara “ Faye” Hart Rutledge
I would like to express on behalf of the children of the late William and Mary Hart, our deepest sympathy in the passing of Kenneth. Your connection to our family is very dear from your beloved son, Keith, as well as being wonderful friends to our parents and of course “ Willie” as he returned to the home place after retirement. May God send His Comfort to you during this difficult period and embrace you with His Loving Arms in the days that follow. Take comfort in knowing that you will one day be reunited, but, until that time please do not hesitate to call upon us for anything that will ease your days and nights. I offer the favorite Psalm of mine which is the 23rd where David wrote of the reassurance that God is the Good Shepherd who cares for His Sheep and is with us all the days of our lives and will be beyond.
10/21/2023
Jill Spaller Perry
Paulette,
So sorry for your loss. I remember as a little girl Mr. Odom yelling for Keith to come home from playing in the woods with me all day with our Tonka trucks. Thinking of you and your family.
Paulette, I’m so sorry to hear about Kenneth passing. Prayers for you and all the family. Miss you, Rose.
10/20/2023
Misty Cheshier
Sweet cousin Paulette, My heart breaks for you as you mourn the loss of love of your life. May God hold you near His heart during this sad and emotional time. Sending you lots of love, Hugs and support as you go through the next chapter in your life. I love you.
10/20/2023
Sandra Crawford
Mrs. Odom, I am so sorry for your loss. I hardly ever saw Mr. Odom without a smile. I enjoyed talking to him when I went to the Post Office. I pray that God will bless you and bring you peace.
10/19/2023
Brenda Mathes-Story
Paulette,
I am so very sorry for your loss. May our Lord Jesus Christ hold you close, and comfort you during this time of grief and loss.
God Bless,
Brenda
