Martha Ann Odom

MARTHA ANN ODOM, 72, of Sparta, Illinois, passed away at 9:20 am, Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at her residence.

She was born to the late James Vernon and Ammie Ruby (nee Pratt) Farris on June 23, 1953 in Washington, Iowa.

Martha married John Alan Odom on July 25, 1987; he survives.

She had worked as a beautician for most of her life.

Martha enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, camping and hunting. She also enjoyed crafting and sewing, making clothing and dresses for friends and family for many years. Martha loved spending time with her grandchildren and going to all of their sporting events.

Survivors:

   Husband: 

        John Alan Odom Sparta, IL

   2 Children: 

        Mindy (Steve) Friess Chester, IL

        Ky (Amy) Lee Pinckneyville, IL

   3 Siblings: 

        Carolyn Duncan Browns, IL

        Joyce (Mike) Weinhoffer Cutler, IL

        Pamela (Roland) Luthy Cincinnati, OH

   2 Sisters-in-law: 

        Brenda Farris and Kay Farris

   10 Grandchildren: 

        Brie (Josiah) Bolin, Cara (Erik) Cowell, Anna (Allecia) Cross, Addison Lee, Haley Ring, John Lee, Arik Lee, Andrew (Emily) Friess, Matthew Friess and Lauren Friess

   1 Great Grandchild: 

        Carter Cowell

   Many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends

Preceded in Death by: Parents and 5 Siblings – Butch Farris, Harold Farris, Gerald Farris, Peggy Stevenson and James Vernon Farris, Jr. “Pee Wee” and 1 Brother-in-law – Harry Duncan

Funeral Service: 

   11:00 am, Monday, May 11, 2026

   Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

Officiating: 

   Roland Luthy

Visitation: 

   Monday – 9:00 am – 11:00 am

   Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

Memorials: 

   American Kidney Fund