Glen David Odle

Glen David Odle, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Parsons, Tennessee on September 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on January 1, 1941, to Thomas David “Dave” Odle and Sarah Sue Odle, he was one of six children. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Curtis Dan Odle (infant), Tony Odle, Larry Odle, one son, Gregory David Odle, and two great grandsons, Bryce Maness and Briar Odle.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Wilma Sue (Milam) Odle, one brother, John Odle, one sister, Suzanne Odle Dobbs, two daughters, Vicki Jowers (late Donald Jowers), Wendi (Tom) Hays, one son, Jeff (Amanda) Odle, six grandchildren—Brittney Harris, Chelsi (TJ) Coleman, Logan (Sarah) Hays, Lauren (Heath) Graves, Spencer (Abbie) Odle, and Rylan Odle—eight great-grandchildren: Hunter Ballard, Hayden Maness, Bryclee Maness, Essie Drew Hays, Haddie Hays, Jude Graves, Whit Graves, and Neyland Odle, and one great-great-grandchild, Kaysen Lee Maness. He is also survived by his two beloved dogs, Dingo & Smokey, who brought him endless happiness.

On August 5, 1957, he married his high school sweetheart, Wilma Sue (Milam) Odle, in Corinth, Mississippi. Together they shared 68 wonderful years of marriage and built a beautiful family. Following in the footsteps of his grandfather, Jack Odle, he began working in the telecommunication field as a teenager. What started as a job for a young man turned into a lifelong career of 45 years, where he faithfully served and later retired as West District Manager at TDS Telecom. After retirement, he found great joy in farming, working cattle, riding horses, and tending to his garden.

He was a man of many talents and passions. He loved fishing, hunting, and spending time outdoors. He earned his pilot’s license and found a great thrill in flying. A licensed electrician and self-taught expert in countless trades, he was known as a “fixer of all things” and a mentor to many. He was also a wonderful cook and the best storyteller to his grandchildren. He and Wilma never missed a ball game, barrel racing, or any event the grandkids had, always showing up to cheer them on.

In his later years, he especially enjoyed going on an afternoon ride with his wife Wilma, taking in the beauty of nature and sharing time together. 

Above all he will be remembered for his humble spirit. He did not seek material things, instead, he found value in the simple things and left behind the greatest legacy of all— a life defined by love, family, and hard work. 

True to his nature, he has chosen to have a private memorial with family only. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him but forever cherished in the hearts of those he loved.