George "Monroe" Odom

George Monroe Odom, age 87 of Tennessee Ridge, TN, passed away October 8, 2026.

Monroe entered this life on October 18, 1938 in Stewart County, TN, son to the late Charlie Monroe Odom and Orlean Armstrong. Monroe retired after a 40-year fruitful career with Southern Gage and was an avid bass fisherman. He was the founder of the Houston County Bass Club where he won more bass tournaments than he could count.

In addition to his parents, Monroe was preceded in death by his son, Tracy Odom; and siblings, Dorothy Parker Odom, Dama Lloyd Odom, and Jessie Odom.

Survivors include his son, Ricky Odom; daughter in law, Lisa Odom; siblings, J.B. Odom, and Laura Trump. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Dustin Odom, Celeste Odom, Jayden Odom, Zackery Odom, Ariel Odom Tanner, Ashley Odom, Maddie Odom; great-grandchildren, Lila Odom, Nolen Odom, Maggie Odom Tanner, Walker Odom, and Nova Odom.

Arrangements are in the care of Nave Funeral Home, (931)289-4277, NaveFuneralHomes.com.