The House of Representatives of Louisiana has adopted a resolution expressing their condolences on the passing of Pastor Cleonies Odom, Sr., who died on May 31, 2025. Born on April 16, 1944, in Ringgold, Louisiana, Pastor Odom dedicated over fifty years to his ministry, having been ordained in 1971 and serving as the pastor of Jewell Street Baptist Church. He was well-educated in theology, holding both a bachelor's degree and a doctorate, and was actively involved in various community and religious organizations, including the Louisiana Section of the California-Louisiana Crusade for Christ and the Caddo Community Action Agency.

Pastor Odom is remembered not only for his spiritual leadership but also for his deep commitment to his family, including his wife of sixty-one years, Rosie Mary Odom, and their children and grandchildren. His legacy is celebrated through the impact he made on his congregation and the community, as well as through the proclamation of "Cleonies Odom Sr. Day" in Shreveport in 2007. The resolution conveys heartfelt condolences to his family and friends, emphasizing the lasting memories and love that will continue to honor his life.