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!
Condolences
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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.
City
Montgomery Village
State
Maryland
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.
City
Naples
State
FL
19 May 2022
7:06pm
Mike and I send our condolences to you and the entire family. Sending our love.
Mike &Kim Gignac
City
Wesley Chapel
State
Florida
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.
City
Washington
State
District of Columbia
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
City
Callaway
State
MD
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.
City
Huntingtown
State
Maryland
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🪳🦗🐜🦟
City
Broomes island
State
Md
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!
City
Scottsbluff
State
Nebraska
20 May 2022
8:32pm
Prayers to the O’Dell family. My condolences.
City
Woodbridge
State
VA
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
City
Fort Myers
State
Florida
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 💔
City
St.Leonard
State
Maryland
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
City
St. Leonard
State
Maryland
23 May 2022
12:52pm
Very sorry for your family’s loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
City
Huntingtown
State
Maryland
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.
City
Prince Frederick
State
Md.
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.
City
California
State
MD
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
City
Prnc Frederck
State
MD
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 .
City
Camden
State
Delaware
Sort Comments
Condolences for your lost father to Mike and Asha and to all family. All are in our prayers.
Tom,Gigi,Tigi and Philip.
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.
Mike and I send our condolences to you and the entire family. Sending our love.
Mike &Kim Gignac
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.
To the O’Dell Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you process this difficult time. Andy&Susan Rambler
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.
Sorry for your loss prayers for the family Donnie old boy rest in peace you will be missed bug man🪳🦗🐜🦟
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!
Prayers to the O’Dell family. My condolences.
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
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 💔
Gayle, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Deann
Very sorry for your family’s loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
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.
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.
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
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 .