Melody Ann Odle

Melody Ann Odle, 72, of Manteno, passed away at her residence on September 26, 2023. She was born September 30, 1950, in Kankakee, to Estel and Lila Fern (Benge) Cox. She lived in numerous places throughout her life, but Manteno was always home and where she raised her family. Melody was a librarian for many years before her retirement. Her love of libraries, books, and the written word were well known to all who knew her. Her home was always filled with piles of books and her library card was well used. She was also a keen gardener and loved to cook and try new recipes. She is survived by her loving son, Danny (Robin) Morez and her beloved grandson, Mason Morez, all of Demotte, Indiana. She is also survived by six siblings, Randy (Mary) Cox, Larry (Sheryl) Cox, Anita (Michael) Griffith, Roger (Mary) Cox, Linda (Brian) Kirk, and Penny Knupp; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceeded in death by her parents; brother, Danny; sister, Susan; brother-in-law, Steve Knupp; and nephew, Kyle Knupp. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a local library or the donor's choice. Brown-Jensen Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.