[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 38 (Thursday, March 30, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E466]
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                  A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF GEORGE ODOM

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                             HON. MIKE ROSS

                              of arkansas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 30, 2006

  Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of George Odom, 
a long time resident of my hometown of Prescott, Arkansas who passed 
away at the age of 70 on February 15, 2006. George was born on August 
23, 1935 in Heflin, Louisiana and I would like to recognize his life 
and achievements.
  Raised in Minden, Louisiana, George attended Webster High School 
followed by service in the United States Army. Upon leaving the Army, 
he attended Grambling State University where he received a degree in 
Secondary Education.
  Shortly after moving to Prescott in August 1964, George married 
Dorothy Jones. He led an exemplary life and was extremely active in 
many different capacities. At Prescott High School he assumed many 
roles including librarian, history teacher, track and football coach. 
Additionally, George was a member of the Lions Club, Director of 
Alcoholics Anonymous, Treasurer of the Youth Organization: Boys II Men, 
Girls II Women, Treasurer for Ila Upchurch Community Education Center, 
Prescott School Board Member and President and Director of Prescott 
Parks and Recreation Department. Following his retirement, George 
worked part-time at the Bank of Prescott.
  George was also very active at Macedonia Baptist Church where he 
served as Chairman of the Deacon Board, Church Trustee, Church 
Treasurer, Sunday School Teacher and Superintendent.
  Leading by example through a lifetime of dedication, community 
service, and commitment to children, George has left an undeniable mark 
on countless students who attended Prescott Schools and on the Nevada 
County community. Prescott is a better place, a more cohesive community 
because of George Odom and he will be deeply missed. My heart felt 
condolences are with his sons, Mario and Corwin; his daughters, Charra 
and Chandra; his sister Annie Mae Odom Knowles; and his six 
grandchildren. While George may no longer be with us, his spirit will 
live on forever in the lives he touched.

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