Mothers Funeral Progam

Happy Mother's Day

Dear Mom,

I read this poem and while reading it I felt you whisper in my ear,that this is one for me to share. So I will share with all that hear, this poems from you Mom we love you dear.

An angel in a robe of white
came to me as I slept last night.
She smiled and whispered in my ear,
“It’s time for you to come, my dear.”
“ Though time down here has seemed so short,
you’ve earned a place in heavens court.
God knows the sweetness of your soul.
Your spirit-heart are pure and whole”
I asked if I could say goodbye,
to family and friends who stood nearby.
The angel smiled, and with a nod,
“I’m sure that will be ok with God.”
Did you feel my kiss goodbye,
and the tears that fell from my eyes?
Have trust in God, though I must go.
Just like me, He loves you so.
He will comfort, and hold your hand,
and help you so you’ll understand.
And when your heavenly call comes too,
with outstretched arms I’ll come to you.

Happy Mothers Day Mom. 

Hope you are having a great day with your Mother.  

I Love and miss you.

Don

Obituary

GLENNA ODELL

  OGDEN CITY - Glenna Odell, 77, surrounded by her family passed away on Tuesday May 3, 2011 following an extended illness.  She was born on Sept 19, 1933 in the City of Ogden, Utah, a daughter of Ivan and Leora Kennedy. She was the oldest with her twin brother of 7 children. She attended Ogden City schools and graduated  from  Ogden High School in 1951. In 1952 she was married to Richard  H. Dixon (Divorced) in 1975. Later she married Doyle Odell on October 19, 1986. She worked for the Federal Forest Service early in her working career and transferred to Hill AFB where she worked until retirement. As an active member of the LDS Church, Glenna served in many capacities. She was an inspiration to anyone who had the privilege of knowing her, showing us how to stand up and face the adversities and challenges of life. She was a very kind and generous person, who gave so much and  took so little. She was respected and loved by all who knew her. Glenna loved the outdoors especially riding the ATV’s, boating, water skiing and jet skiing. She won the National Amputee Ski Association Down Hill Slalom Race’s in Lake Tahoe, Reno, Nevada. Her favorite pastime was riding the 4 wheelers with the grandchildren in Bear Lake. She was preceded by her daughter Glenna, sister Joan and her grandson Trevor. She is survived by her Husband Doyle Odell, her brothers: Glenn, Rod, Jerry, Dennis and Dewayne, her children: Donald W. (Kathrine) of Draper, Utah, Richard K. (Peggy) of West Haven, Utah, Teri L. Johnson of Riverdale, Utah, Debbie (Duff) Wakefield of Fruit Heights, Utah, and Mechelle of Riverdale, Utah, 13 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. Funeral Service’s and a Celebration of her life will be held  Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at 11:00 am at Leavitt’s Mortuary, 836 36^th Street, Ogden, Utah. A viewing will be held Tuesday May 10th, from 6­ to 8 p.m. at Leavitt’s Mortuary. A viewing will also be held at Leavitt’s Mortuary before the services from 10 to 10:45 am. Interment will be at the Leavitt’s Aultorest Memorial Park.

Update: May 5, 2011

Mother passed away at 8:52 PM on May 3, 2011 with her family at her bedside. It was a bitter Sweet moment. Family prayers were offered up before she left us. Maybe sometime at a later date I will post some details of this hallowed and sacred occasion, but for now there is much to do to prepare for her services. 
We will love and miss her dearly. Thanks to everyone for their prayers and support during the past 8 months, I know that Mother is looking down and smiling on all of us with an over abundance of love and gratitude in her heart for her family, and friends.  Please follow this post as there is still much to be said about this amazing women and the strength, courage, determination, example and love she has demonstrated to us all during her journey down here. We love you Mom forever and forever and can't wait for glorious day when we will all be reunited again.



The Services will be held at the Leavitts Mortuary in Ogden Utah as follows:

Viewing: Tue May 10th,                                         6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Funeral: Wed May 11th,  Open Casket Viewing: 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
                                          Family Prayer:              10:45 AM  to 11:00 AM
                                          Funeral Services:          11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Luncheon at Mothers Ward House                        After funeral Services


For location of Leavitts Mortuary click on this link:   http://goo.gl/maps/6SGm

For Location of Luncheon at Mother Ward House click on this link: http://goo.gl/maps/6aTS

Final Update: May 3, 6:30 PM

Final Update: After meeting with the Doctors the Family has unanimously decided to let Mom go home to our Heavenly Father tonight. She has suffered enough and fought so courageously, making sure that her family is together in thought and purpose. We have all come together in what has been a trying experience and realizing this is part of his grand plan. We know that there are many loved ones waiting for her on the other side. It is now time for them to be blessed with her presence. We love you Mom and can't wait for that glorious reunion when we meet again. Rest in peace...we love you.
Your Family.

Update: May 3, 4:10 pm

Update: May 3, 4:10 pm

Mother is slipping quickly, Doctors are saying she could leave us at any time.
Don

Update: May 3, 12:30 PM

Update on Mother: May 3, 2011 12:00 pm

Mother is not doing very well.  She had a rough day yesterday and last night.  She is not showing any signs of improvement and is starting to move on a downward path.  We are hoping for a miracle, and praying that our Heavenly Father is comforting her at this time and that he will do what is ever best for her in a quick and timely manner.  Please keep her in your daily prayers as I know you are.  Thank you for all of your love and support. We love you Mom.

Don

Update May 1, 2011. 6:30 AM

Yesterday was a rough day for Mother, she was having problems with keeping her oxygen levels up. Last night about 10:00 pm they finally came up to the 90's and managed to stay there most of the night. At about 4:00 am they dropped off again to the mid to high 80's. She did however get some much needed rest from about 11:00 pm until 4:00 am this morning. She is very alert this morning and lip snycing up a storm. I am sure if she could talk she would have lots of stories to tell us. While she was sleeping last night I think she was talking to a few visitors in her sleep, her eyes were closed but her lips were moving like she was talking with someone and she was smiling during this whole conversation which lasted for the better part of an hour. I felt the presence of others there. While I know we are are pulling for Mother on this side I know there are other loved one's on the other side of the Veil pulling for her as well. Hope she has a better day today!!!
We love you Mother.