Frank Oden went home to be with the Lord March 3, 2015. Frank was born April 24, 1925 in Ashland, Alabama. He was preceded in death by parents Garfield and Izola Oden; siblings Mary Alice, Samuel, Mildred, and nephew Gregory Oden.
He was a Military Police Officer in the United States Army from July 1, 1943 and received a honorable discharge on Feb 20, 1946. While serving in the military he was awarded the American Service, Good Conduct, and World War II Victory medals.
After serving in the United States Army he went on to work for Seiberling Tire & Rubber Company for thirty-three years until he retired in 1980.
He was married to Lutelia Oden December, 1950. Their union was blessed with four devoted children Myron (Phyllis), Atlanta, GA; Sharon(Westerville, OH); Delbert(Marcel), Akron, OH and Beverly (Barberton, OH).
Frank was a devoted and loving grandfather to Tracie (Columbia, MD); Tramaine (Rebecca), Watertown, NY; Jamaal (Atlanta, GA); Matthew (Cornell, WA). Two great granddaughters Gabrielle (Indianola, MS); Olivia (Watertown, NY). Nieces and nephews Billy, Charles, Mary (Talladega, AL); and one great niece Tiffany (Talladega, AL).