She was born on February 11, 1948 in Manhattan, the daughter of Robert and Leila Odum.
Brett received her bachelor’s degree in nursing at Hartwick College and was a nurse at AO Fox Memorial Hospital for many years. She had an impact on and was loved by many. She will be dearly missed.
She is survived by her mother, Leila Odum ,98, of Ashburn, Virginia; her sister Joan (Gene) Ormandy of Hamilton, Virginia; her brother R. Andrew (Linda) Odum of Swanton, OH; her children Joshua N. Whitney of Portlandville, and Jessica Whitney of Springfield, Missouri; her daughter in law, Serina Bishop of Portlandville; her grandchildren, Neveah Butler and Brantlee Whitney; a niece and many cousins.
She was predeceased by her husband, William Whitney; and her father, Robert Odum.
Burial will take place privately at the convenience of the family in Otego Evergreen Cemetery.
To leave a condolence for the family, please visit www.grummonsfuneralhome.com
Arrangements are by the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home of Oneonta.
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