O'DELL

James Madison O'Dell was born August 6, 1828 on the old 16 section south of what is now known as East Rockville.  He was the son of William and Jane Odell.  He was of a family of 11, 4 sons and 7 daughters, of whom only 4 are now living - Nancy Hall of Wichita, Ks; Harvey C. Odell of Patoka, Ill;; Ellen Jerome of Montezuma and Harriet Caldwell of Terre haute. He was married to Lucinda A. Crooks August 21, 1851. To this union were born 7 children, six sons and one daughter, four of whom are now deceased - Eva, wife of EA Phillips; William C, two dying in infancy Charles E. and Arthur E. The wife, Lucinda A, departed this life August 21, 1881. The deceased was again married to Frances Beech August 9, 1882, with whom he lived until his death which occurred at his home November 24, 1908 at the advanced age of 80 years 3 months 18 days. Mr. O'Dell's parents emigrated from Mercer C o KY to Indiana in an early day, settling on Otter creek in Vigo Co. Later they moved to the New Discovery neighborhood where they lived until their deaths. Mr. Odell united with the Baptist Church at New Discovery in the year 1850 and was baptized by Elder Peter Swaim.  He remained a member of New Discovery Church until 1877 when he had his membership transferred to Hollandsburg Church.  Mr. Odell was a devoted husband and kind father, living a consistent Christian life until his death. He is survived by three sons: Dr. J. L. Odell of Montezuma, J. H. Odell of Waveland and Bruce, who is still at home. He is also survived by one stepdaughter, Lucinda Beech and 5 grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at the house Wed at o'clock p.m. by Rev. S. K. Fuson. Interment in Barnes Cemetery