Happy Birthday Adrian!

Happy 2nd Birthday Adrian! Adrian James Odom is the second child of JT and Jessica Odom. He is the Great-grand Son of James and Evelyn Odom. Adrian was born on his Grandfather Rex's Birthday. Will post a picture when I get one.

Always Remembered.

46 years ago today, James and Evelyn Odom had their first child James "Rex" Odom. On Christmas Eve of 1994 we lost Rex in a car accident, He was 34. During his short life Rex served in the United States Army National Guard. He also was a Father of Three: Wendy, JT, and Josh. Happy Birthday Rex You are Always Remembered. 9/28/1960 - 12/24/1994

more on Brandon.

Just wanted to let you know that Brandon is doing better today. I just talked to momma and she said he is doing well. He started his first real day of physical therapy. It is a great place. It will be a while, but he is making progress.
Brandi N. Haynes

Great News Brandon!

He is not in the Hospital any more. Momma took him from the hospital and got him settled in the rehabilitation center Tuesday afternoon. He has his own room. He will be able to come home when his rehab is through. Don’t know when that is yet. That all depends on Brandon and how he does. So far though he is doing good.


Brandi N. Haynes

UPDATE on Brandon.

Brandon had his last surgery on Saturday where his Jaw was wired shut. They are hoping that the jaw will be healed in two weeks so they can remove the wire. When he does leave the hospital he will have to go to a rehab center for his hip and leg. Please continue Praying for Brandon. He still has a long road of healing. Thank you Brandi for the update!

Happy Birthday Zackery!

Happy 1st Birthday Zachery! Zachery Jessie Odom is the youngest Son of JT and Jessica Odom, Grandson of the late Rex Odom and Great- Grandson of James and Evelyn Odom. I don't have a picture of the birthday boy but I am working on it. Zachary was born on his Aunt Tammey's Birthday.

Happy Birthday Tammey

Happy 44th Birthday Tammey. Evelyn Tammey Odom McVey was born in 1962 to Evelyn and James Odom. Tammey and Husband Michael is currently living and Working in Mobile, Alabama. Tammey is the Mother of two children, Brandon (24) and Brandi (23). Picture on top was taken April 1964. The bottom picture was taken at a Odom Reunion in 2001.

Update on Brandon

This update was e-mailed by Brandon's sister Brandi. Just to update you Brandon is out of surgery. They did surgery on his Hip and leg (Knee). He is in recovery now. They have not scheduled his surgery on his mouth yet. I will let you know when they do.

Happy Birthday Aunt Mammie

Today in 1902, Henry and Ella Criswell gave birth to their second daughter, Mammie S. Criswell. Mammie was the older sister to Lillie Mae Odom. The Picture on the left was taken in 1919 when Aunt Mammie was 19 years old. The picture on the right was taken on Mothers Day in 1975. Uncle James could always make her laugh. Today as I was looking for pictures of Aunt Mammie I was remembering things about her. I always will remember the closeness she had with her Sisters. She was always soft spoken and always with a smile. Her house was in Soperton on a busy street. Her driveway went straight to her white garage that was separate from the house. Inside the garage was license plates of different colors nailed to the walls. I loved her car, which I was able to see several month ago at Aunt Rubys House. I asked several Family member what was their first thoughts and memories was of Aunt Mammie. Aunt Joyce said: I thought of her as my second grandmother. Since my Grandmother died when I was young, Aunt Mammie step into her place. Frank Odom said: She lived in Soperton. (He was a little busy when I called) Vicki Volkman said: Her Black car with red interior, and the apple tree in her backyard. Those apples were small and so sweet. Kay Milligan said: I always thought of her as my Grandmother. I really don't remember my Grandmother and Aunt Mammie was always there. * Aunt Joyce and Mom (Kay) both added about her living with her dad and taken over her Mothers role. Do you have a memories or thought you would like share! Please e-mail me or make a comment at the bottom of this post. Mammie Criswell 9/20/1902 - 10/24/1987

Prayers Needed.

Brandon McVey was in a Car accident early Monday morning of Sept. 18. He suffered head trauma but no brain damage, broken leg, broken pelvis, broken jaw, and crushed teeth. He also has hair line fractures in his back and neck. Brandon had a couple of surgeries and more already planned. Please keep Brandon in your thoughts and prayers. He has a long road of healing. I will update on Brandon progress as I get the information. Since I wrote about his injures from memory, I will also update the corrections if it is needed. Brandon is the son of Tammy McVey and Grandson of James Odom.

Happy Birthday Rachel

Happy "13th" Birthday Rachel! Rachel Kay Volkman is now a teenager! Rachel is in the 7th grade and a cheerleader for her middle school football team. She lives in Tennessee with her parents David and Vicki and Brother Adam. Her Mother is Vicki Milligan Volkman and Granddaughter of Kay Milligan. I Love You Very Much!

KIDS SAY THE FUNNIEST THINGS:

Carson is the 3yr.old son of Jason and Danielle Colbert, Grandson of Debbie Sims and Great-grandchild of Joyce Odom Harbin.

On Sunday morning on the way to church, Carson asked his Mother: Carson: "Can I see Baby Jesus there?" Danielle: No, we can't see him, but we will know he is there because we can feel him in our heart. Carson: "Well maybe He's at Walmart then! "She wanted to die laughing but couldn't! Danielle: "Well we will just have to see --- and left it like that.

Dear Family

Dear Family:
Thank You for helping me by answering your phones when I have called and then answering all the questions I have asked. Let's not forget the e-mail's I have sent, and will be sending. Without your help I would never be able to continue working on our Family History. If you remember a funny story or anything that your family would love to read please e-mail the story to me and I will post it to the blog. Please remember this is The Odom Family Blog not Donna's Blog so please send me things to post. I need your HELP!

Happy Birthday Adam!

Happy 7th Birthday ADAM !
Adam is in the first grade, loves video games and everything Star Wars. He lives in Tennessee with his Parents, Sister and Bailey the Family Golden Retriever. Adam we love you very much, Thank you for always making us smile.