Birth date: Nov 2, 1927 Death date: Dec 14, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to a remarkable woman, Oda Bartsch Mulloy, 96, who completed her earthly calling on Thursday, December 14th, 2023. Oda’s journey through life was marked by resilience, strength, and an Read Obituary
I used to mow her lawn and just generally take care of things on the outside of her house. And when I was done, she always wanted to pay me right away. I would come into her house and she would ask me about my family and about what was going on. Many of the thing she would say would have been written off as platitudes coming from anyone else’s mouth, but her earnestness, conviction in her diction was so clear and warm. I not only believed it but took it with me.
I first remember hearing Oda's wonderful stories on KUAF. I was in love with her voice and the stories she told. Oda was also a member of our book club for over thirty years. Our monthly conversations over books and current events combined with our potluck foods were and are a delight. I count Oda as a long time mentor, friend and confidante. I am so grateful that she graced our lives and this earth. Oda, I feel your warmth around me as I write this. Although your physical presence is no longer with us, your spirit remains and our book club lives on. I hope you are looking down on us and will continue to send us insights.
Oda was a very dear friend of mine for over 35 years. She loved the arts and we attended many plays together. Her life stories were so interesting. Her wisdom was priceless. She loved her family immensely and was so very proud of her sons. I will miss her!
