Danville - Odean James, 80, died Monday March 1, 2010 at the Country Court Nursing Center in Mount Vernon.
He was born October 22, 1929 in Fallsville, Arkansas to William B. and Lillian C. (Turner) James. On April 24, 1948 he was married to W. Marie Mayfield.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a son; Bill James, and brothers; Hoyt B. and Ray W. James.
He is survived by his wife; Marie James of Danville, children; Dean (Connie) James of Danville, Jeanie (Dan) Blubaugh of Danville, Rick (Chris) James of Mount Vernon, and Gwen (Jerry) Tharp of Howard, 12 grandchildren; Steve, Tina, Crystal, DJ, Monica, Cheryl, Leigh, Janis, Cody, Brittany, Jeremy, and Nick, 21 great grandchildren, a sister; Faye Boen of Salas, AR, two brothers; Doyle (Lora) James of Lost Creek, WV, and Jimmy (Glenda) James of Siloam Springs, AR, and many nieces and nephews.
Odean's happiest times were at family get-togethers. He was a quiet man, but was just enjoyed watching his grandchildren playing games and being themselves. He loved to take his great grandchildren fishing, and watching them play sports. He also enjoyed listening to country music, bird watching, and deer hunting with his sons. He taught his kids how to shoot guns, drive a car, and right from wrong, along with strong family values. He was a proud man, and wonderful, loving dad. He will be deeply missed by his family.
A funeral service will be held on Friday March 5, 2010, at the North Bend Church of the Brethren, 24474 Orange Hill Road, Danville, 43014, at 1:00 P.M. Pastor Patrick Bailey will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visiting will be from noon until service time.
The family would like to thank Dr. Rasheed, Dr. Carroll, Country Court, and staff for their support. They also suggest memorial donations to the Danville Fire Dept. (E.K.C.J.F.D.), PO Box 526, Danville, 43014. The Fischer Funeral Home in Danville is handling arrangements.
