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Where Heritage and Life are celebrated.

Donald Eugene O’Dell, Jr.

May 11, 1964- May 17, 2022

Donald Eugene “Donnie” O’Dell, Jr., 58 of Huntingtown, MD, passed away doing what he loved on May 17, 2022.

Donnie is predeceased by his parents Donald Eugene “Boots” O’Dell, Sr. & Jane Dianne O’Dell, father-in-law, Snaz Fowler. He is also predeceased by his brother, Robert O’Dell, brother-in-law Sach Schmier and sister-in-law, Amy Smith.

Left to cherish his memory are wife Gail O’Dell and their four children, Jaime Worley (JR), Jesse O’Dell (Amanda), Michael O’Dell (Asha) and Keith O’Dell (Renee). father-in-law, Pete Fisher & mothers-in-law , Lucretia Fisher and Faye Fowler. His brother-in-law, Jeff Fowler (Jenn) and sisters-in-law, Connie Schmier & Debbie Kelly (Joe). Numerous aunts/uncles, cousins, nieces/nephews, and countless friends. Most importantly his 12 grandchildren Teaira, Alana, Kaleb, Jailyn, Kaiden, Landon, Gracyn, Harmony, Miles, Olivia, Demi, and Sophie.

Donnie was born May 11, 1964, to Boots and Dianne O’Dell in Prince Frederick, MD, where he grew up.

Donnie graduated from Calvert High School in 1982. Shortly after the birth of their first child he and Gail moved to Florida, where they began their life and continued to grow their family. Donnie unknowingly met the love of his life in kindergarten and they found each other again in high school. Donnie asked Gail to be his on May 26, 1980, and they were married on May 24, 1986. Their love story of 42 years is one of a kind.

Donnie has always been a hard worker. Providing for his family was a priority and his work ethics were very important to him and carried over into his children. In Florida, he started driving dump trucks with Village Land Clearing & Fill. He drove trucks for 12 years and then decided to go into business for himself. He was known as “The Tree Tender”. He could take care of all of your landscaping needs, no job too small or tree too tall.

In 1998, Donnie and Gail moved their family back to Calvert County where Donnie began working alongside his cousin, Bill Buckler with Action, as an exterminator. Ironically, Donnie worked with Action back when he was 15 years old. Donnie developed a passion for killing bugs and was known around here as the “Bugman”. He once again went into business for himself, and started “Call Donnie the Exterminator”. He would take care of all your bug needs, and tell you, “Humans are extra!”

Donnie enjoyed NASCAR, riding his Harley and having a cold one with friends and family.

He was lovingly known as “Uncle D” by his favorite nieces and nephews.

Donnie’s greatest accomplishments in life were his four children and his most prized possessions were his 12 grandchildren. Donnie suffered some life changing health issues in 2019. He spent his last few years with us being the best damn Poppy he could be!

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Visitation

Monday, May 23, 2022
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Rausch Funeral Home-Port Republic

4405 Broomes Island Road
Port Republic, MD 20676

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Services

Monday, May 23, 2022
2:00 PM

Rausch Funeral Home-Port Republic

4405 Broomes Island Road
Port Republic, MD 20676

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Interment

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    Gigi Tom
    19 May 2022
    4:57pm

    Condolences for your lost father to Mike and Asha and to all family. All are in our prayers.
    Tom,Gigi,Tigi and Philip.

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    Jeffrey & Jennifer Fowler
    19 May 2022
    6:11pm

    Our hearts are hurting and our eyes are crying. He will be missed by many but never forgotten. Please know we are with you in spirit and our love is surrounding you. With our deepest sympathy. Jeff and Jenn.

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    Mike & Kimberly Gignac
    19 May 2022
    7:06pm

    Mike and I send our condolences to you and the entire family. Sending our love.

    Mike &Kim Gignac

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    Regina M Grant
    19 May 2022
    8:02pm

    To the O’Dell Family, truly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you process this difficult time. May God Bless! Regina Grant and The Pentagon Services Division Team.

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      Andy & Susan Rambler
      21 May 2022
      10:23am

      To the O’Dell Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you process this difficult time. Andy&Susan Rambler

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    David and
    19 May 2022
    9:41pm

    Gayle and Family, we are so very sad with the news of Donnie’s passing. So hard to find the right words to offer you comfort. God and Angels do exist, Donnie had both with him during those terrible months of illness in 2019 and through out these past three years. He fought so hard to stay with his family and all those grand babies.

    He will be missed by so many. “I hope he will have ice cream waiting for him in Heaven”. Gayle, hugs and love. You are in out thoughts and prayers.

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    Ray stinnett and family
    20 May 2022
    7:29am

    Sorry for your loss prayers for the family Donnie old boy rest in peace you will be missed bug man🪳🦗🐜🦟

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    Peggie Markowich Ross
    20 May 2022
    6:18pm

    Dearest Gail and family.
    My heart aches for you because I know how you feel Gabi g having lost my beloved 4 months ago.
    Rest assured dear Gail, that you don’t have to walk alone…the LORD is always at your side.
    I love you!

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    Lisa Passagaluppi
    20 May 2022
    8:32pm

    Prayers to the O’Dell family. My condolences.

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    Dowds Elizabeth Ann
    20 May 2022
    9:30pm

    Gayle,Jaime,Teaira, Alana, Mike,Asa and all the O’Dell Family we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending you Love and prayers.
    Our deepest Sympathy, Liz,Kevin,Katie and Angie Dowds

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    Bonnie Shields
    21 May 2022
    4:55am

    Gail our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I’m so sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing. Praying for peace and comfort for you all. If you should need anything please let me know. Love to you 💔

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    Deann Bowen
    22 May 2022
    10:28pm

    Gayle, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    Deann

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    Nate & Jessica Novotny
    23 May 2022
    12:52pm

    Very sorry for your family’s loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

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    Charles Simmons
    24 May 2022
    1:44pm

    Gayle and family we are so sorry for your loss. Our kids and you and your sisters grew up together. We send our love and still think about those times. Love Charles and Elsie.

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    Michael Rawlings
    24 May 2022
    3:16pm

    My sympathy to my friend Gail. I am at a loss for words to soothe your grief, so I will share a wonderful memory of Donnie. When we were kids we would go to a roller skating rink in Waldorf. We would travel by a bus driven by Mrs. Plater. On the return trip the bus would drop us off at several locations. One of the locations was at the corner of Rt231/Adelina Rd. where Donnie lived. Donnie had a late 60’s green Chevy parked at the corner. We did some joy riding in that Chevy! Specifically on the dirt road behind the WMJS radio station. Ricky Bobby had nothing on Donnie. I smile every time I think about that moment. I hope this helped a little bit. God Bless you and your family.

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    Connie Cosgrore
    24 May 2022
    3:42pm

    Gail – I don’t have words to tell you how sorry I was to hear of Donnie’s passing. I knew when he didn’t return my call there was something wrong. My sympathy to the entire family and if I can do anything to help please reach out. Connie Cosgrove

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    Allien Hatcherson
    9 Jul 2022
    4:48pm

    Gail (my daughter by heart) and Family Hatch and I were so saddened by the news of Donny. It’s hard to have words to help heal but just remember we love you .

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    Gigi Tom
    19 May 2022
    4:57pm

    Condolences for your lost father to Mike and Asha and to all family. All are in our prayers.
    Tom,Gigi,Tigi and Philip.

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    Jeffrey & Jennifer Fowler
    19 May 2022
    6:11pm

    Our hearts are hurting and our eyes are crying. He will be missed by many but never forgotten. Please know we are with you in spirit and our love is surrounding you. With our deepest sympathy. Jeff and Jenn.

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    Mike & Kimberly Gignac
    19 May 2022
    7:06pm

    Mike and I send our condolences to you and the entire family. Sending our love.

    Mike &Kim Gignac

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    Regina M Grant
    19 May 2022
    8:02pm

    To the O’Dell Family, truly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you process this difficult time. May God Bless! Regina Grant and The Pentagon Services Division Team.

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    Washington
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      Andy & Susan Rambler
      21 May 2022
      10:23am

      To the O’Dell Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you process this difficult time. Andy&Susan Rambler

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    David and
    19 May 2022
    9:41pm

    Gayle and Family, we are so very sad with the news of Donnie’s passing. So hard to find the right words to offer you comfort. God and Angels do exist, Donnie had both with him during those terrible months of illness in 2019 and through out these past three years. He fought so hard to stay with his family and all those grand babies.

    He will be missed by so many. “I hope he will have ice cream waiting for him in Heaven”. Gayle, hugs and love. You are in out thoughts and prayers.

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    Huntingtown
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Ray stinnett and family
    20 May 2022
    7:29am

    Sorry for your loss prayers for the family Donnie old boy rest in peace you will be missed bug man🪳🦗🐜🦟

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    Broomes island
    State
    Md
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    Peggie Markowich Ross
    20 May 2022
    6:18pm

    Dearest Gail and family.
    My heart aches for you because I know how you feel Gabi g having lost my beloved 4 months ago.
    Rest assured dear Gail, that you don’t have to walk alone…the LORD is always at your side.
    I love you!

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    Scottsbluff
    State
    Nebraska
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    Lisa Passagaluppi
    20 May 2022
    8:32pm

    Prayers to the O’Dell family. My condolences.

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    Woodbridge
    State
    VA
    Reply
    Dowds Elizabeth Ann
    20 May 2022
    9:30pm

    Gayle,Jaime,Teaira, Alana, Mike,Asa and all the O’Dell Family we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending you Love and prayers.
    Our deepest Sympathy, Liz,Kevin,Katie and Angie Dowds

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    Fort Myers
    State
    Florida
    Reply
    Bonnie Shields
    21 May 2022
    4:55am

    Gail our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I’m so sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing. Praying for peace and comfort for you all. If you should need anything please let me know. Love to you 💔

    save
    City
    St.Leonard
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Deann Bowen
    22 May 2022
    10:28pm

    Gayle, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    Deann

    save
    City
    St. Leonard
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Nate & Jessica Novotny
    23 May 2022
    12:52pm

    Very sorry for your family’s loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Charles Simmons
    24 May 2022
    1:44pm

    Gayle and family we are so sorry for your loss. Our kids and you and your sisters grew up together. We send our love and still think about those times. Love Charles and Elsie.

    save
    City
    Prince Frederick
    State
    Md.
    Reply
    Michael Rawlings
    24 May 2022
    3:16pm

    My sympathy to my friend Gail. I am at a loss for words to soothe your grief, so I will share a wonderful memory of Donnie. When we were kids we would go to a roller skating rink in Waldorf. We would travel by a bus driven by Mrs. Plater. On the return trip the bus would drop us off at several locations. One of the locations was at the corner of Rt231/Adelina Rd. where Donnie lived. Donnie had a late 60’s green Chevy parked at the corner. We did some joy riding in that Chevy! Specifically on the dirt road behind the WMJS radio station. Ricky Bobby had nothing on Donnie. I smile every time I think about that moment. I hope this helped a little bit. God Bless you and your family.

    save
    City
    California
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Connie Cosgrore
    24 May 2022
    3:42pm

    Gail – I don’t have words to tell you how sorry I was to hear of Donnie’s passing. I knew when he didn’t return my call there was something wrong. My sympathy to the entire family and if I can do anything to help please reach out. Connie Cosgrove

    save
    City
    Prnc Frederck
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Allien Hatcherson
    9 Jul 2022
    4:48pm

    Gail (my daughter by heart) and Family Hatch and I were so saddened by the news of Donny. It’s hard to have words to help heal but just remember we love you .

    save
    City
    Camden
    State
    Delaware
    Reply

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