December 10, 1928 ~ May 23, 2020

Precious Memories of Mary L. OdomMary L. Odom was born in Ashford, Alabama,

December 10, 1928 to Willie (Gus) Smith and AllieL. Smith.

Mary was a God-fearing woman who served theLord with gladness. She was a strong andindependent woman. She knew what she wantedand lived a good life.

Mary spent her career as a licensed practical nurse(LPN). She worked at University Hospitals,

Cleveland, Ohio as an Operating Room Assistant.Mary also utilized her skills and expertise in the field

of Private Duty Nursing.

Mary was a devoted member of Bethany Baptist Church of Cleveland, OHfor over 20 years, where she actively participated in various ministries. Maryfaithfully served on the Ushers Ministry and was bestowed the honor of UsherEmeritus. She was active in the Cleveland community and served as a faithfulvolunteer for the National Foster Grandparent Program, sponsored by the EastEnd Neighborhood House.

Mary loved to travel and explore new destinations and would travel extensivelywith the Bethany Ushers Ministry. Las Vegas was one of her favorite places tovisit. Mary also loved to cook and bake. She regularly baked cookies and herpunch bowl cake was a favorite among many.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Allie Smith; her aunts,Essie Jones and Eva Smith; her uncles, Johnnie Smith and Eddie Smith.

Mary was called home to be with the Lord on May 23, 2020. She leaves tocherish and honor her memory: Cousins: Joyce Mayo of Philadelphia, PA andTJ Smith of Aurora, CO; Dear Friends: Edith Johnson, Tomasina Sims andRose Cash; Godson: Joseph Johnson; Goddaughter: Scharmaine Andrews; fivegreat cousins and a host of family, friends and Church family.

SUBMITTED WITH GREAT APPRECIATION AND GRATITUDE

THE FAMILY

“Well Done My Good And Faithful Servant!”

Order of ServiceGraveside Services

10:00 am

Invocation

The ScripturesOld Testament Psalm 23New Testament John 14:1-6

The ObituaryPlease Read Silently

EulogyRev. Dr. Stephen Rowan

Bethany Baptist Church

The CommittalSong: “Going Up Yonder”

IntermentLake View Cemetery

12316 Euclid Ave. – Cleveland, Ohio 44106Sec: 55 / Lot: 572 / Sub-lot: B / Grave: B