Duff O’Dell

Duff O’Dell is a City Councilwoman in Grapevine, Texas. She is a close friend and caregiver to Wally Funk, the aviation pioneer who recently passed away at the age of 87. O'Dell was by Funk's side when she died peacefully in her assisted living facility in Grapevine. O'Dell confirmed Funk's passing to the press, providing details about her death. Funk was known for being denied the opportunity to become a NASA astronaut and later became the oldest woman to travel into space. O'Dell's role as a confidante and caregiver highlights her close relationship with Funk and her involvement in sharing the news of the aviation legend's death.