David Odum was born on May 16,1939 in Mansfield,
Louisiana to Eula Peguese and Montague Odum he is
one of four kids Bettye Williams,Dorothy Williams(proceed
in death),Montague Odum Jr(proceed in death). After
enlisting in the Navy at the age of 17 he spent 29 years in
service. He received multiple awards and merits, he was
a specialize instructor teaching electrician apprentices.
After retiring from the Navy as a master chief electrician
at the age of 48 he continued his work as an electrician
until full retirement in 2001. David was hard working,
loving person who loved to play dominoes,loved to be the
grill master at all the events. David will truly be missed by
family and friends.
On December 2, 2021 David Odum was called home to
eternal rest. He leaves to cherish his wonderful memories,
his beloved wife of 61 years Margaret Odum, 4 daughters
Gwen Coleman,Sharon(Jerry)Sumpter,
Cynthia(James)Williams and Dorothy Odum(proceed in
death),5 grandkids Shayla Garcia,David Odum,Tyshawn
Odum, Morriss Biglow and Caleb Sumpter, 1 great
grandson Kayden Garcia and a host of family and close
friends.
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