Dear Jean, Ryan, Robin and Alexis,
To my dismay, I have been out of town and unable to attend the service for Odis. My Dad, Judge Henry McKinney, knew Odis long before I did. Jerry Harris and Odis were my earthly angels and friends many times over the years. I had not spoken to or seen Odis for several years until I needed to ask him for some information.
Not only did he help me with the information, he called a couple of weeks ago to check back with me and make sure I'd found his old friend.
We spent most of the conversation talking about how wonderful his life was. Odis was so proud of his wife and kids - and the grandkids were just the icing on his life. His greatest joy in his career was working with Ryan - one proud Dad!
I am so grateful for the opportunity to have known Odis and to have him for a friend. There are no words to ease your pain at this time, but hopefully you will gain comfort and strength in the prayers and caring of so many people who loved Odis and his family.
May God bless you all...##imported-begin##Martha McKinney Ylitalo##imported-end##