Leslie J. O’Dell, 84, of Independence, MO passed away Sun. Nov 18, 2012 at the VA Medical Center.
A private inurnment service will be held on Wed, Nov. 21 at Mound Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to VFW post 1738, 1228 S. Scott Ave, Independence, MO 64052
Mr. O’Dell was born on Feb. 27, 1928 to William and Anna (Evans) O’Dell in Detroit, MI. He had been a machine shop owner, retiring in 1985. Mr. O’Dell was a proud veteran of the US Army, serving in Occupied Germany after WWII. For over 19 years he served on the Honor Guard Team with the American Legion Post 21 and the VFW post 1738.
Mr. O’Dell is survived by two sons, Scott O’Dell and wife Barbara of Independence, MO, Daniel O’Dell of Grain Valley, MO. A daughter, Lori Ann Laster of Independence, MO, five grandchildren and five great grandchildren.