Odis was a World War II United States Army veteran where he received the Purple Heart in combat. Upon returning home after the war, he was a carpenter and managed a dry cleaning and service station business. He then began a career in law enforcement in the Monticello Police Department where he retired as Chief of Police. He also served with the Monticello Fire Department and was a member of Pauline Baptist Church for over fifty years.
Survivors include his grandson, Brandon McKiever of Monticello; a granddaughter, Amanda McKiever of Gidding, TX; two great-grandchildren, Kolder and Landree both of Gidding, TX; one brother, Lee Edward Allen of Crossett; one sister, Mae Nell Sawyer of Little Elm, TX; a sister-in-law, Elna Allen of Monticello; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 17 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with Rev. Buddy Lemons, Rev. Chad Graves and Rev. Larry Clements officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Monticello with military honors. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Pauline Baptist Church Building Fund, P O Box 299, Monticello, AR 71657. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(8)
Elizabeth Williams
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 22, 2015 I'm so sorry to here bout this my dad worked for his grandkids dad Amanda and Brandon mckiever I'm so sorry to here bout thisJanice Haisty
Hot Springs Village, AR Tuesday, June 16, 2015 My sincere sympathy for you all during your time of loss.You are in my prayers.
With love & sympathy,
Janice Gladden Haisty
David Wm. Smith
Monticello, AR Tuesday, June 16, 2015 Mr.Odis wore his badge with pride and integrity! I would like to wish greatest condolences to all his surviving family! He was a man that I am honored to call my friend.Michael and Lynnette Watts
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, June 16, 2015 Rest in peace dear Uncle and friendHazel Potts
Monticello, AR Monday, June 15, 2015 Dear FamilyI am so sorry to hear of Mr. Otis passing.I have known Mr. Otis for many Years. He was a fine man and loved by many'Mr. Otis lived a good long life. He was tired and the Lord knew it was time to call him home My prayers are that you will look to the Lord for your comfort He will be missed but to know He is with our Savior is the greatest comfort of all
Hazel and Alan
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Janie Fuller
MONTICELLO, AR Monday, June 15, 2015 So sorry for your passing. We are unable to be there with Family as we are in Virginia. Will miss you very much. Thanks Odis for all you have done for our Country & Family.Janie & Larry Fuller
Randy Gavin and Members of VFW Post 4515
Monticello, AR Monday, June 15, 2015 We are so very sorry to hear of Mr. Allen's passing; we visited him monthly just to let him know we cared. He will be missed. Our hearts are with the family as are our prayers. May you rest in the arms of God Mr. Allen.Walter Chapman
Monticello, AR Monday, June 15, 2015 Dear Family, Sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Odis . We drove cars for Ryburn, Rick and others a few years ago. He rarely spoke of his war experience but we knew he had been through some tough times. I am thankful to have known him and the memory of him will live on in my heart.