Thomas Wayne Odom

Thomas Wayne Odom, 78, of Kilgore completed his earthly journey on November 10, 2023, in Kilgore, Texas surrounded by his beloved family. A visitation will be held Tuesday November 14, 2023 from 5:00 until 7:00 in the evening, his funeral service will be held at Lighthouse Church in Liberty City Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 10:00 in the morning followed by interment at Kilgore Memorial Gardens.

Thomas was born December 14, 1944 , in Kountze, Texas to Lois and Oddis Odom. His family moved to Kilgore in 1962 when he promptly met the love of his life, Shirley Sue Denmon. The two were wed October 30, 1964 and together they built a beautiful family, the proud parents welcomed their beautiful daughters: Kathy, Karen and Kaydee. Married for 59 years, Thomas and Shirley have enjoyed their life together. Their favorite pastime is their time spent in nature, especially fishing together. Thomas enjoyed hunting and loved his lord and savior Jesus with all his heart. He was a proud member of Masonic Lodge #101.

In passing, Thomas was reunited with his parents, Lois and Oddis, his beloved daughter, Kathy Odom, and two sisters and four brothers. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Shirley Odom, daughters; Karen Parr and Kaydee Odom, Grandchildren; Kasey Lackey, Kimi Wintters, Kara Parr and Great-Grandchildren; John Lackey, Ryan Stedum and Mckinley Stedum, siblings; Virgil Odom (Diane), Linda McGowan (Ellis), Joyce Strothers, Shirley Odom (Romy), Barbara Clowers, Betty Key, and Jerry Odom along with many other loving family members and friends.