Odella F. (Ridings) Rich, 90, of Orlando, FL, passed away on April 5, 2026 at her home surrounded by her daughters. She was born in Kensett, AR on January 2, 1936 to the late Arnold Odel and Ethel (Lucas) Ridings. Odella married Louis Rich on September 15, 1956.
Odella graduated from Kokomo High School in Kokomo, IN. She worked as an Executive Secretary for the Postmaster and retired from the Postal Service.
Odella was a member of Focal Point Church, Orlando, FL. She loved her Pastors and her church family. Her happy spot was attending church. Her greatest legacy is showing Christ’s love to all she encountered. She served as a Sunday School teacher, Youth Leader, and played her accordion in church for years. She was a mentor and encourager to all who had the privilege to meet her and know her. Odella loved angels and has now earned her wings and crown in Heaven.
Odella is preceded in death by her loving husband, Louis, and her mother Ethel (Lucas) Ridings.
Survivors include her two daughters Trina Rich and Christi (Rich) Richardson; her grandson Brandon Richardson and her son-in-law Richard Richardson.
The Celebration of Life service will be held at Focal Point Church, 12890 S John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL, on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Visitation with the family will be prior to the Celebration of Life service from 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM. Burial for Odella will take place in Moss, TN on April 16, 2026.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Focal Point Church via the link provided below
Focal Point Church – The Time Is Now
