Ryan was born in Columbus, GA, on March 30, 1985, the son of William O’Dell and Susan Lotz O’Dell.
Ryan attended Georgia State University and West Georgia University. He was an avid outdoorsman, and especially loved fishing, camping, cycling and archery. He loved playing soccer and attending UGA football games.
He is survived by his parents, William and Susan O’Dell, Rome; his twin sister, Lindsey Brooke McAllister, Smyrna; and two brothers, Judson Brent O’Dell, Rome, and Carter Brandon O’Dell, Cumming.
A celebration of Ryan’s life was held Saturday, October, 10, 2015, at 1 p.m. at the Griffin Memorial Chapel of Daniel’s Funeral Home with the Rev. Norv Havens officiating.
A reception and visitation followed the service at Daniel’s Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Hickey House, c/o Star Bridges, 130 Taylor Road, Helen, GA 30545.
