MR. JAMES DAVID ODOM, age 87, of Eastman, GA, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his residence.
MR. JAMES DAVID ODOM, age 87, of Eastman, GA, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his residence.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Friday, March 13, in Southerland Funeral Chapel, with Dr. Jim Rahn officiating, with interment in Giddens Harrell Cemetery.
James was born in Eastman, GA, on April 19, 1938, to the late Dovie Alligood Odom and Eugene Douglas Odom. He was of the Baptist faith, was a lifelong resident of Dodge County, and worked as a baker for Colonial Baking Company in Macon, GA, for over 30 years He enjoyed hunting in his earlier years, fishing, and was a wrestling fanatic. He was an avid animal lover and rescued many dogs over the years. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his Siblings, Dallas Odom, Henry Odom, Nancy Odom Howell, and three infant siblings.
He is survived by his Wife of 50 years – Judy Ann Schreiber Odom of Eastman; Daughter – Patricia Elaine Reyes of Converse, TX; Sons – Doug Odom of Adrian and David Odom of Eastman; 7 Grandchildren, several Great-Grandchildren, and 1 Great-Grandchild due in September; Several nieces, nephews, extended family members, and numerous friends.
The family will receive friends in Southerland Funeral Chapel from 10:00AM-11:00AM Friday, March 13.
Locally owned and operated, Stokes-Southerland Funeral Home, has been "A Tradition of Trust" to Eastman, Dodge County and Middle Georgia for over 65 years.