WATTS, Odell

The White Mountain Independent, Show Low, Arizona - 10/10/2003 Odell Watts, 66, died Oct. 6, 2003 in Show Low. He was born and raised in Hallie, Kentucky where he graduated from high school. Odell enlisted in the Air Force and served as a mechanic. After receiving a Honorable Discharge from the Air Force, Odell married Norma Bodine in 1960. Together they made their home in Buena Park, California for 36 years before moving to Show Low, four years ago. He completed a milestone in his life four weeks ago when he was baptized. That was a great day in his life. Odell enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed being with his family at ball games and riding dirt bikes. He was a problem solver and loved to fix things. Odell had a great sense of humor. He loved his family, his life, and will be missed by all who knew him. Odell is survived by his wife, Norma Watts of Show Low; one son, Edward Watts of Bakersfield, California; one daughter, Deborah Bailey of Ontario, California; grandchildren, Mike, Austin Tyler, Chandler, Jessica and Vanessa; five sisters, Martha, Margaret, Darlene, Sherry and Carla; one brother, Leo. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Lina Watts. Funeral service were held Thursday, Oct. 9 at Owens Mortuary in Show Low.