Charles Deck “Charlie” Odom passed away on January 3, 2026, in Alexander City AL, following a lengthy illness. Born on January 16, 1951, he was 74 years old.

Charlie was a 1969 graduate of Minden High School and went on to attend Northwestern State. Professionally, he was a fixture in the local business community as the owner and operator of Minden Fire and Safety, a company he led from 1970 until his retirement in 2016.

A man of faith, Charlie was an active member of St. John’s Episcopal Church, where he served faithfully on the vestry and as Junior Warden. He was a dedicated servant to the wider Minden community for over four decades. His commitment was evident through his service in the Jaycees, his role as State Fundraising Chair for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, his support of the St. Jude Auction, and his tenure as a Webster Parish Police Juror.

Above all, Charlie was known for his loyalty and heart. He was a friend who you could call at 3:00 a.m., and he would simply show up. He would do anything for his friends and family, regardless of the circumstances. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and a steadfast friend to many.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Pattie Cook Odom of Alexander City; and his two sons, Chris Odom of Minden, LA, and Chad Odom (and wife Angie) of Auburn, AL. He was the devoted “Pappy” to his two granddaughters, Isabella (“Izzy”) and Eleonora (“Ellie”) of Auburn, AL.He is also survived by his brother, Troy Odom (and wife Suzanne) of Minden; and sisters-in-law, Diane Inabnett of Mobile and Cindy Price of Little Rock. In-laws Nubia and Eduardo Rativa.

He was known and loved as “Uncle Charlie” by his nieces: Joel Salley of Homer, Holly and Matthew Woodard of Shreveport, Rachel and Wil Delafield of Stonewall, Ryan and Stephanie Odom Phillips of Baton Rouge, and Kristen Hulse Castillion of Little Rock; and his nephews: Melanie and Bo Odom of Stonewall, LA, Kristi and J.R. Inabnett of Sebring, FL, and Boe Inabnett of Mobile, AL.

His legacy as Uncle Charlie continues with his great-nieces: Elizabeth, Emma Calle, Addison, Aly, Joni, Brenna, and Camila; and his great-nephews: Sam, Luke, Buddy, Haidyn, Christian, and Evan. He is also survived by his great-great-nieces: Avery, Molly, and Jenna; and his great-great-nephews: Jett, Coleman, Myles, and Jones. He also leaves behind a host of special cousins and lifelong friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elvyn Coyle and Troy Odom of Minden; his brother and sister-in-law, Sammy and Cheryl Odom of Mansfield; his father and mother-in-law, Lou and Boe Cook of Minden; his brother-in-law, John Inabnett; his brother and sister-in-law, Cleo and Jack Cook; and his niece, Misha Hulse Boyne of Little Rock.

Service Information

Family visitation will be held Saturday January 17 from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Minden, Louisiana. The memorial service will immediately follow at 3:00 p.m.

Memorial Contributions

In honor of Charlie’s long-standing support of the cause, the family requests that memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.