Samuel Odell

Samuel Odell (August 30, 1881 – July 3, 1946) was a Michigan politician.

Early life

Samuel Odell was born on August 30, 1881, in Shelby, Michigan, to parents Samuel W. and Leila Delite Odell. Odell was of English descent.

Education

Odell attended University of Michigan from 1900 to 1902.

Career

Odell served two terms as supervisor of Shelby Township, Michigan. On November 3, 1908, Odell was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where he represented the Oceana County district from January 6, 1909, to December 31, 1912. On November 5, 1912, Odell was elected to the Michigan Senate where he represented the 26th district from January 1, 1913, to December 31, 1916. In 1916, Odell was elected to the position of Michigan State Treasurer, and began serving in this capacity in 1917. On May 21, 1919, Odell resigned from this position to become a member of the Michigan Public Utilities Commission.

Personal life

Odell was unmarried during his time in the Michigan Legislature.

Death

Odell died on July 3, 1946, in Shelby, Michigan. He was interred at Oakhill Cemetery in Grand Rapids, Michigan.