Patsy Lee O’Dell, 79, of Sparta, entered into her heavenly home, on Oct. 31, 2025.
She was born June 21, 1946, in Kingston, Tennessee.
Patsy was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose life was a beautiful reflection of her Christian faith. She loved everyone she met and truly never met a stranger. Her gentle spirit, generous heart, and unwavering love for family and friends brought light to all who knew her.
For the past 25 years, Patsy was a dedicated and valued employee of Altium Healthcare, where her compassion, loyalty, and work ethic made her a blessing to her co-workers and patients alike.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Ellis Hamilton and Loney Rebecca Hamilton; brothers, Jackie, James, Paul; sister, Frances; and adopted grandson, Cameron Robbins.
Patsy is survived by her loving husband, Carl “Sonny” O’Dell; her sons, Scott (Tracy) O’Dell, Brian O’Dell; her beloved grandchildren, Caitlyn O’Dell, Ryan (Anna) O’Dell and their sons Matteo and Finnley, Callie O’Dell, Beau O’Dell, Reagan Hurd, Noah O’Dell, Becca O’Dell, Parker Bennett and son Rhetley, Kirsten Simms, Kelsey Simms, and Kaitlyn (Josh) Bolton; and Patsy's adopted grandkids, Keann Norris (Brad), Kibby Austin (Frank), and Karly Anne Walker (Garrett).
Patsy’s legacy of love, faith, and kindness will live on in the hearts of her family and all who were blessed to know her.
Funeral service was 7 p.m., Nov. 4, 2025, at Oak Lawn Funeral Home. Burial and graveside service was 1 p.m., Nov. 5, at Kingston Memorial Gardens, 129 Oak Dr., Kingston, Tennessee.
Oak Lawn Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
A Life Well Lived
“Her life was a testament to faith, love, and service.
"She taught us by example to love deeply, forgive freely, and trust in God always.
“Well done, good and faithful servant… enter into the joy of your Lord.”
— Matthew 25:23
Oak Lawn Funeral Home was in charge of arrangement.
