Private graveside services will be held in Elmwood Cemetery in Columbia, S.C.
A native of Terrasson, France, Odette was born on August 29, 1937, receiving her U.S. citizenship in the 1960s. She will be remembered for her compassionate and generous nature, her charm and wit and her infectious laugh. Her gregarious and outgoing personality resulted in her often being described as “the life of the party” in family and social gatherings.
Odette was a passionate animal lover, having rescued hundreds of dogs, cats and birds over the years. She was well-known for her green thumb and loved spending time outdoors in her many flowers. Odette loved to visit nearby beaches and lakes, and loved boating and fishing.
Odette had a long and successful career as a sought-after hair stylist in the Columbia area.
Odette was preceded in death by her parents, Adrien Mathou and Leontine Mathou, of France.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Jacqueline Hall (Tony), Duane Hall, Donald Hall (Paula) and Audrey Blecha (Michael); sister, Claudette DeLord; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews in both the United States and France.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Pets Inc., 300 Orchard Drive, West Columbia SC 803-739-9333.
Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, is assisting the family.
Memories may be shared at www.dunbarfunerals.com.
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