Price Jr., Odell "Lil Man" age 43, beloved son of the late Odell Price Sr. and Frankie L. Price (Chicago, IL). Odell went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, November 18, 2003 at 5:52 p.m. He was a faithful dedicated member at Living Word Christian Center; under the leadership of Pastor William S. Winston. Odell was employed until his death as a full-time Regular Supervisor at the U.S. Post Office Cardiss Collins Center downtown Chicago. Although Odell was deaf, he overcame many obstacles through out his life and met his challenges with perseverance, Odell graduated from Whitney Young High School, June of 1979; He continued his Education at Galludet University, graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Math, May of 1984. Odell was fluent in American Sign Language (ASL); Former instructor at the Chicago Hearing Society; and a member of (ASLTA) American Sign Language Teachers Association. He leaves a legacy of always giving to others unconditionally; he served and supported many community groups through out his life; such as "The Advocacy for the National Association of the Deaf;" Advancing the Human and Civil Rights of people with Disabilities; "Ever increasing Faith Ministries;" "Global Deaf Connection;" "Equipped for Equality, Inc.;" (WCCBDA) "Windy City Chapter of Black Deaf Advocates;" "National Investment Club of the Deaf;" "Assess Living of Metropolitan Chicago." and many more. He is survived by his loving mother, Frankie L. Price; 3 sisters, Myrtis Price (Hollywood, CA), Theresa S. Lewis (Chicago, IL), JoAnn Price (North Little Rock, AR); 1 brother, Jimmy D. Lewis (Chicago, IL); grandmother, Emma Finks (North Little Rock, AR); 3 aunts, Emma Williams (North Little Rock, AR), Myrtis (Curtis) Walker, Altedena, CA, Helen Smith (Englewood, CA); great aunt, Ardelia Everhart (Chicago, IL); 1 uncle, Sam Lewis (Little Rock, AR); his deaf family from coast to coast; and a host of nieces and nephews other relatives and friends. Family/friends Visitation Sunday, November 23, 2003, Jennings-Peoples Funeral Chapel, 5018-20 West Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL., 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visitation Monday, November 24, 2003 10 a.m. Funeral 10:45 a.m. Living Word Christian Center, 7600 West Roosevelt Road, Forest Park, IL. Interment Oakridge Cemetery, Hillside, Illinois immediately following services. 773-378-8998.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Michelle
November 16, 2024
I really enjoyed working with Odell. He was a beautiful person with a beautiful spirit. He is surely missed. Michelle Patton
Shauna Davis
November 16, 2019
Reflecting back on the short time we spent together at LWCC makes me smile. You were such a great help. Miss you much!!
Dora Engram
December 16, 2003
I was so sorry to hear of Odell's passing. He was a wonderful person with a great personality. I was a student in one of his many American Sign Language classes. He was an outstanding instructor. He went out of his way to make sure we not only learned the language, but that we also learned more about his environment. I am very proud of the accomplishments he made as a postal employee and in his personal life. He was so richly blessed. Odell, may you rest in peace.
Grace Adepoju
December 1, 2003
Even though I do not know him very well, he was very friendly and nice to me. He will be greatly missed and may God rest his soul. My condolences to his family.
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Elizabeth Mwazike aka Nnansamba
November 28, 2003
Will greatly miss you for sure. You were my baby brother. Your smile always touched everyone and your encouragement while I was down was valuable and remembered. Surely, you left so suddenly. I was looking forward to many more meetings at Deaf Conferences, gatherings etc. I only had a chance to hug you in 2002 and then you are gone. May your soul rest in peace.
Susan McIntyre
November 27, 2003
Odell was the first person I met when I joined the USPS in 1995. He is a wonderful man forever putting himself out to help the Deaf and HOH (at work) with their problems or situations. Odell will be missed BIG TIME! He is with God resting in peace, love ya!
Susan
Harold Perry
November 25, 2003
Odell was like a brother to me.
We grew up together, from elementary school unit now.
He was always there for me and I was there for him, through good and bad times, and now he is gone.
I love u Odell, May God Bless You !
Harriett A. McDonald
November 25, 2003
I'll miss you my dearest Odell,
I'll miss you my friend but, I
promises you that my love for you will never end.
Thanks for the laughter, thanks for the good times at Gally, Most of all thanks for just being there for me when I needed you the most.
I love you, Rest in Peace
Harriett A. Frazier McDonald
Frances E Williams
November 25, 2003
Mr. Price was my supervisor, only for a short period time. Durning this time I have never met a more godly man on earth then he, he was truely God sent. May your family take comfort in knowing so many people old and young loved Mr Price please contact Mr Jessie McDuffie at C.C.F.. for our statements. May the Lord give you comfort in this time of sorrow. The Williams Family
Kim Mitchell-Johnson
November 24, 2003
Family and Friends,
I am very thankful that I got to know O'dell when I resided in Detroit, Michigan eleven years ago. I met him again at Deaf Way II in Washington DC.
There is one thing that I will always remember him being a PRINCE CHARMING and GENTLEMAN.
My condolence goes to the O'dell's family. God Bless You!
Kunle Adegboye
November 24, 2003
Odell...when I saw you at Deafway II in July 2002, little did I know that would be the last time I'd see you on this earth. Your ever-smiling face is still very clear in my mind. I'm going to miss you, man. Stay on with the Lord, Bro.
Terrye Fish
November 24, 2003
Along time friend gone!
Odell's passing comes as a complete shock to me. He will truly be missed in the deaf community and in my life. He was a great friend who always made me laugh. I will keep the family in my prayers.
constance gary
November 24, 2003
Odell and my daughter Priscilla Gary sat together at Living Word Christian Center she is hearing impaired and he was a perfect role model for her. He would take her to some deaf events. Her father and i would
often ask him for his advice on somethings and he would gladly
give it to us. My daughter is now living in Washington D.C. We loved odell very very much and he will be greatly missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. The homegoing was wonderful many people gave there life to christ Odell would be pleased.
Darian Burwell
November 24, 2003
My heart goes out to the family of Odell Price. I remember meeting him at Duane and Alisa's wedding. It was there I saw his sense of humor and sweet side. Will miss his sweet spirit.
lorene roberson
November 24, 2003
I was so sorry to hear of Odell's death. I'm sure you'll miss him very much. He was a fine young man, and friend from Galludet University is in mourning for him. Please accept our sympathy and good wishes.
Walter Meyers
November 24, 2003
We "People from Whitney Young High School in Chicago" have a lot of wonderful memories of you. You have a lot of friends thinking of you! You are such as a nice fellow. All of us miss you.
Michelle Patton
November 24, 2003
"ODELL"
We All Love You
O - Outstanding
D - Determined & Diligent
E - Excelled in every task
L - Likeabel & Loveable
L - Living on with Christ
I have known Odell for the 19 years that I have been in the Postal Service and he has always been an inspriation to all. Odell NEVER let anyone or anything stand in his way. His impairment only made him a better man both inside and outside. I was a student in his ASL class at the Post Office. Those of us who knew Odell can only say nice and good things about him, so I need not say anymore but Odell we all love you and you will be missed. Rest In Peace.
Your sister in Christ Michelle Patton Tour One U.S.P.S.
Shauna Davis
November 23, 2003
My name is Shauna Davis and I belong to LWCC. I would see Odell every Sunday at 11:00 service. I am currently away at school completing my masters degree in deaf education. Odell encouraged me to do this. I will truly miss him, however I do know where he is and I will see him again. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Shauna
CHRISTINA M FLETCHER
November 23, 2003
You are good man and good friend. I will missed you. You are in my heart and mind. I will never forget you as my friend.
Your Friend,
Christina M. Fletcher
ANNIE WALKER-TAYLOR
November 22, 2003
ODELL WAS A SPECIAL AND KINDHEARTED PERSON. I FIRST MET ODELL WHEN HE ENTERED THE POSTAL SERVICE AS A LSM OPERATOR IN JUNE 1985. I WAS HIS FIRST SUPERVISOR. I CAME TO LOVE AND RESPECT HIM FOR HIS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY TO OVERCOME HIS ADVERSITY AS A HEARING IMPAIRED EMPLOYEE IN THE POSTAL SERVICE. UNDER HIS GUIDANCE AND TRAINING HE TAUGHT ME SIGN LANGUAGE SO THAT I WAS ABLE TO COMMUNICATE WITH HIM AND OTHERS.IN ADDITION I ATTENDED SOME CLASSES WITH HIM IN ORDER TO HONE MY NEWLY AQUIRED SKILL OF SIGNING. I WAS INSTRUMENTAL IN HIM APPLYING FOR THE JOB OF SUPERVISION BECAUSE I KNEW HE HAD THE ABILITY TO DO IT.I WANT THE FAMILY TO KNOW HE WILL BE MISSED BY HIS FRIENDS AT THE US POSTAL SERVICE. ODELL YOU'VE SERVED YOUR TIME NOW REST IN PEACE.
ANNIE
The Staff of Lewis Funeral Home
November 22, 2003
Offering our sympathies during this time.
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