Jerry Odom

Mr. Jerry Odom, 77, of Swainsboro, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024, at his residence following an extended illness.

Mr. Odom was born April 17, 1946, in Swainsboro to Bennett Odom and Dallas Peacock Odom. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Juanita Moxley, Jeanette Davis; brothers, Thetus Odom, Delmas Odom, Carlton Odom, Winky Odom, Ben Odom.  

Jerry was a retired Fire Chief from Swainsboro Fire Department.  In his time as chief, he saved many lives and fought many fires.  He loved his job.  Jerry also enjoyed dirt track racing where he drove his beloved # 71 at his second home, Swainsboro Raceway.  After retiring, he enjoyed fishing, spending time with family and friends, and was an active deacon at Emanuel Christian Ministries.  Mr. Jerry loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  He will always be remembered as a jokester.  He loved to make people laugh. 

Mr. Odom is survived by his wife of 59 years, Carolyn Odom of Swainsboro; daughter, Melissa Farthing (Kip) of Canoochee; brother, Barry Odom of Swainsboro; granddaughters, Carla Womack (Olin Cowart) of Midville; Carmon Wentzel (Chris) of Swainsboro, Mary Farthing (Jacob Mason) of Canoochee; great-grandchildren, Jada Lewis, Raylin Womack, Jake Lewis, Mack Mills; several nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Emanuel Christian Ministries with Reverend Joe Bedgood and Pastor Bo Fordham officiating.

Interment will follow in Eastbrook Cemetery and Mausoleum in Swainsboro.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., Monday, April 8, 2024, at Chapman Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be William Nasworthy, Lionel Odom, Marcio Silva, Dustin Lewis, Daniel Moxley, Alf Wimberly, Tony Hutcheson, and Jimmy Bush.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Dewey Moxley, Gary Hodges, Derwin Johnson, Tim Coleman, and Current and Retired Swainsboro Fire Department Employees.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to F.I.R.E Emanuel County Burn Foundation, 205 N. Green St, Swainsboro, GA 30401.

Condolences may be expressed at www.chapmanfhofswainsboro.com.

Chapman Funeral Home of Swainsboro is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Jerry Odom, 77, of Swainsboro.

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