Duane Lee O’Dell

Duane Lee O’Dell, 81, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away on February 24, 2026.

Duane was born on August 22, 1944, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was raised on a farm in Stockton, Missouri, where he learned the value of hard work at an early age. As a young man, he showed hogs and cattle through FFA and helped his family bale hay and tend to the farm. The family grew much of their own food, and Duane developed a strong work ethic that stayed with him throughout his life. He also enjoyed playing football during his school years.

Duane built a successful career as a millwright and as a homebuilder. He had a natural talent for math and excelled at designing and laying out buildings. His skill, precision, and craftsmanship were evident in the work he completed over the years.

Outside of work, Duane had many passions. He loved participating in an archery league and even crafted his own arrows. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and golfing, finding peace and fulfillment in the outdoors.

Duane was previously married and had his only daughter, Angela. Later, at age 46, he married Delores and gained five additional children. Together, Duane and Delores shared a wonderful marriage filled with travel, laughter, games, and faithful church attendance. They cherished their time together and being with their family.

Duane will be remembered for his strong work ethic, sharp mind, steady hands, and deep love for his family.

He was preceded in death by: wife, Delores O’Dell; parents, Ruby and Viola O’Dell; and step-son, David Snyder.

Survivors include: daughter, Angela (Bill) Edwards; and grandsons Joshua and
Wyatt, stepchildren: Peggy (Stephen) Cooper, Saylor Snyder, Steve Snyder and Sherry (Marvin) Kelly; nine step grandchildren, ten step great-grandchildren, and five step great-great grandchildren; brother, Bobby O’Dell, sister, Donna (Chester) McMillin, and many nieces and nephews.

The memorial for Duane O’Dell will be on Saturday March 7, 2026 at Antioch Church, 5201 Antioch Rd. Overland Park, KS 66202 at 9AM Visitation and 10AM Memorial Service. There will be a gathering at 1PM on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at the gravesite at Gum Springs Cemetery ROW 5 PLOT 5, 16938 -17042 RT 39 Stockton MO 65785.