William Robert Odom, Sr., Age 85, passed away, October 1, 2024. William was born in Quitman GA on September 27, 1939 to the parents of Thomas St. Clair and Mildred Cowart Odom. William moved from Quitman, GA to Jacksonville, Fl at the age of 1 and became a life log resident and a member of the Baptist Faith. He worked as a Fabricator for many years and together with his wife Kathy, they ran a successful childcare center for 35 years. He loved old antique cars, hunting, fishing, the Georgia Bulldogs and Jacksonville Jaguars.
William was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Mildred Odom, a son, Joey Odom, a brother, Duriell Odom and a sister Nellie Odom. He is survived by his wife Kathy Rives Odom, his sons, William Bobby Odom (Susan and Jason Odom (Tina) a daughter, Amanda Blizzard (Joey) and a sister, Laverne Odom Price, 11 Grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held, Monday, October 7, 2024 at 12:00 pm in Westside Baptist Church Teachey Chapel with Rev. Ricky Baldwin officiating followed by interment in Riverside Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Fraser funeral home, from 3:00- 6:00 pm Sunday, October 6, 2024.
Westside Baptist Church-Teachy Chapel
Fraser Funeral Home
Riverside Memorial Park
Marla Walker
October 4, 2024, 9:52 pm
Thinking of you. Sending sincere condolences to you and your family. May your Faith, love, and support from family and friends help guide you on this difficult journey. Hold on to the good memories…it will lighten your grieving heart.
Mike and Robbie
October 6, 2024, 9:48 am
Robbie and I are just heartbroken. Uncle Bob, thank you for accepting Robbie into our family. That means the world to us. Your opinion has meant a lot to me. I learned important lessons from you. We will miss the wonderful meat buffet you cooked at Thanksgiving. You were a wonderful Uncle. We love you and will immensely miss you.
Tracy Webster
October 6, 2024, 10:44 am
I always felt loved and cared for anytime I was around him. He will be so missed and always loved. I love you all very much.
Jane Woods
October 6, 2024, 9:05 pm
Kathy and family. We are keeping you in prayer. Jane, Ken and Joey.
Theresa Cooley
October 6, 2024, 9:39 pm
It’s a small world childcare center. Will be small without you! Mr.Bob love support you had for all the teachers children and parents. Always be in our hearts.