James L. Odegard
<p>James L. Odegard, age 73, of Wisconsin Rapids passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Aspirus Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids. </p><p>Service will be at 2pm on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at Calvary Baptist Church in Wisconsin Rapids. Rev. Jack Austin will officiate. </p><p>James was born May 9, 1950 in Luana, Iowa to Lawrence and Ethel (Cowel) Odegard. </p><p>He graduated from Westby High School in 1969 and went on to welding school. He enjoyed a long career as a welder, retiring from Toro, Inc. </p><p>James was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, gardening, and riding his motorcycle. He also took pride in refurbishing items people didn’t need and giving them to anyone who did. </p><p>James is survived by his son, Daniel (Rosario) Odegard of Middleton, WI and their son, Grant; daughter, Lyssa (Edward) Blakeslee and their children, Cami and Terry Blakeslee; and several siblings. He is preceded in death by his parents; longtime companion, JoAnn Keeney; and brother, Myron Odegard. </p><p>A special thanks to Calvary Baptist and their members for welcoming James (Odie) with open arms and hearts. </p><p>Herman-Taylor Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family. </p>Obituary
James L. Odegard, age 73, of Wisconsin Rapids passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Aspirus Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids.
Service will be at 2pm on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at Calvary Baptist Church in Wisconsin Rapids. Rev. Jack Austin will officiate.
James was born May 9, 1950 in Luana, Iowa to Lawrence and Ethel (Cowel) Odegard.
He graduated from Westby High School in 1969 and went on to welding school. He enjoyed a long career as a welder, retiring from Toro, Inc.
James was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, gardening, and riding his motorcycle. He also took pride in refurbishing items people didn’t need and giving them to anyone who did.
James is survived by his son, Daniel (Rosario) Odegard of Middleton, WI and their son, Grant; daughter, Lyssa (Edward) Blakeslee and their children, Cami and Terry Blakeslee; and several siblings. He is preceded in death by his parents; longtime companion, JoAnn Keeney; and brother, Myron Odegard.
A special thanks to Calvary Baptist and their members for welcoming James (Odie) with open arms and hearts.
Herman-Taylor Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.
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