Dorothy O'Dell

Born on June 11, 1931 in Oak Grove, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Mary (Gavlock) Borovichka.

She graduated from Morris Township High School in 1949. On November 25, 1950 in Winchester, VA she married Edwin G. O’Dell. They renewed their vows on March 14, 1960 at St. Francis Church in Clearfield of which both were parishioners. They were married for 73 years.

Dorothy was a long-time employee and volunteer at Penn Highlands Clearfield, starting as a unit clerk and upon retirement volunteering in information. She prided in taking care of her home and enjoyed flowers, meeting friends, reading, and word search books.

Dorothy is survived by daughter, Valarie Domico (Herm) of Salt Lake City, UT; a son, Bradley of Clearfield; one granddaughter, Jennifer Horner (Joshua) of Salt Lake City, UT; and three great grandchildren, Camden J (CJ), Josie, and Ali; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; a son Edwin D. O’Dell; sisters, Agnes Adams, Margaret Ollinger, Veronica Dunhaver, Helen Miller; and brother Mitchell. She was also preceded in death by an infant sister, Mary Ellen; and infant brothers, Joseph and John.

Services will be held at the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield on Monday, June 29, 2026 at 10 AM with Fr. Rob Horgas.

A private interment will be at Calvary Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Dorothy to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Bennett and Houser Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.bennetandhouser.com for the O’Dell family.