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Rev Thomas Calvin O'Dell

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Birth	:	17 Oct 1857 Laurens County, South Carolina, USA
Death	:	31 Jul 1947 North Augusta, Aiken County, South Carolina, USA
Burial	:	Cedardale Cemetery, Mullins, Marion County, USA
Coordinate	:	34.2211990, -79.2584991
Inscription	:	"Sixty seven years a minister of the M. E. Church"
Description	:	Son of Levi and Sarah Huff O'Dell, husband of Leona Meek Daniel. "Rev. Thomas C. O'Dell, son of L. M. W. O'Dell, was born in Laurens County, SC, about six miles northwest of the county seat, October 17, 1857. The son of a farmer, he grew up to manhood on the farm, and received his early education in the common schools of the neighborhood. In December, 1878, he entered Wofford College, and continued his studies in this institution for three years. Relying entirely upon his own efforts for means to go to college, he found it necessary... Read More	Son of Levi and Sarah Huff O'Dell, husband of Leona Meek Daniel. "Rev. Thomas C. O'Dell, son of L. M. W. O'Dell, was born in Laurens County, SC, about six miles northwest of the county seat, October 17, 1857. The son of a farmer, he grew up to manhood on the farm, and received his early education in the common schools of the neighborhood. In December, 1878, he entered Wofford College, and continued his studies in this institution for three years. Relying entirely upon his own efforts for means to go to college, he found it necessary to alternate each year with one in the school room, teaching. In this way he completed successively the Preparatory, Freshman and Sophomore years. It was during his second year, and mainly through his efforts, that the mess hall — now Wightman Hall — was projected and successfully operated. By this means he succeeded in greatly reducing the expenses of the students who desired to take advantage of the arrangement. What a blessing this has been to scores of young men since his day they are the best judges; and that it has proven a great blessing to the college is evident from the fact that it is one of the especial inducements held out to young men of limited means to attend college. He, with Rev. J. L. Harley, of the Conference, and B. J. R. McMakin, fellow students, was the first to eat a meal in the now Wightman Hall. He was converted and joined the Methodist Church during a meeting conducted at King's Chapel Church — his home church — by Rev. J. B. Traywick, in August, 1877, and was licensed to preach August 11, 1879, Rev. C. H. Pritchard, P. E. He was admitted on trial into the Conference and ordained Deacon by Bishop Keener, in December, 1885; ordained Elder by the same Bishop, at Camden, in December, 1889. He has served the following charges : Clio Circuit, 1886, as junior preacher under Rev. G. M. Boyd; Little Pee Dee Circuit. 1887-1888; Rock Hill Circuit, 1889; Pendleton Circuit, 1890-1892; Georgetown Station, 1893-1896; Bamberg Station, 1897- 1900. He was married to Miss Leona Meekins Daniel, of Nichols, SC, on March 27, 1888. Great success has invariably attended the ministry of Brother O'Dell in all his charges. As a preacher, he is plain, practical, and very effective. His sermons show much patient thought and careful preparation. His style is quiet, and yet every word shows the deep earnestness of the speaker. His pastoral ministrations are sympathetic and helpful. Wherever there is suffering or sorrow, there he is found with words of comfort." - "Twentieth century sketches of the South Carolina Conference, M.E. Church, South"

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Rev Thomas Calvin O'Dell's memorial is located at: Cedardale Cemetery, Mullins, Marion County, USA.
When did Rev Thomas Calvin O'Dell death?
Rev Thomas Calvin O'Dell death on 31 Jul 1947 in North Augusta, Aiken County, South Carolina, USA
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Latitude: 34.2211990
Longitude: -79.2584991

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Cedardale Cemetery
Mullins, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2211990, -79.2584991

2. Norton's Memorial Park
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Coordinate: 34.2211571, -79.2581635

3. Mayers Memorial Park
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7. Progressive Church Of Our Lord Jesus Christ
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Coordinate: 34.2080820, -79.2370870

8. Miller's United Methodist Church Cemetery
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Coordinate: 34.2468681, -79.2460861

9. Effingham Baptist Church Cemetery
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Coordinate: 34.2090780, -79.2900270

10. McMillan Cemetery
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11. Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery
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Coordinate: 34.2390000, -79.2936500

12. Harrelson Cemetery
Mullins, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2535700, -79.2738500

13. Cribb Cemetery
Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2563600, -79.2687000

14. John Campbell Family Cemetery
Mullins, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2567500, -79.2687700

15. Cribb Cemetery
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Coordinate: 34.2672500, -79.2563200

16. Edwards Cemetery
Smithboro, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2649700, -79.2813100

17. Smith Cemetery
Mullins, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2097200, -79.2006600

18. Tranquil Methodist Church Cemetery
Marion, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2004000, -79.3128000

19. Shooter-Lewis Family Cemetery
Dillon County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2695410, -79.2419390

20. Center UMC Cemetery
Mullins, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2075970, -79.1990020

21. McClellan-Mason Family Cemetery
Fork, Dillon County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2733994, -79.2634964

22. Old Buck Swamp Baptist Site Cemetery
Dillon County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2691690, -79.2246120

23. Mill Creek Baptist Church Cemetery
Mullins, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 34.2086800, -79.1921870

24. Mullins Cemetery
Mullins, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 34.1779000, -79.2148000