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Wednesday, 07 May 2008 |
Milton “Hans” Odegaard was born April 13, 1948 in Hemit, California and died on April 25 at Sacred Heart Hospital, Spokane.
Hans joined the Navy in 1970 and served aboard nuclear submarines until the time of his honorable discharge in 1978. He served in the Vietnam War and was disabled because of his experience. While in the Navy, he traveled widely. After completing his service with the Navy, he worked as a mainframe computer operator, teacher and repairman in locations all around the world.
During this time he made many lasting friendships with folks from different countries and would delight in their visits to his home in Colorado. While they were visiting, Hans would take them up into the mountains of Colorado for weekend camping trips, an activity that his students truly enjoyed.
Hans, along with other family member, retired to the Colville are in 1993. He owned Han’s Stoves and Stuff in Kettle Falls until his first wife’s illness.
Han’s first wife, Lida, and his parents, preceded him in death. He is survived by the love of his life and current wife, Sherri. Hans leaves behind five step-children, 16 step-grandchildren, his brother Brian, Redding, California, and numerous cousins.
Hans is with the Lord, as he was a true believer. Hans was an active member of New Beginning Church and was actively researching and writing a paper about the times before, during and after the flood of the Old Testament. He had a slide presentation about this work that he shard as part of his ministry.
His wife Sherri plans on finishing his work as a memorial to him. He shared his love of Christ with all.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 10, 11 a.m. at the Assembly of God Church, Kettle Falls.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 14 May 2008 )
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