January 2007

Happy 90th birthday!

Clair O'Dell, DC, of Michigan, celebrated his 90th birthday on Oct. 19, 2006, and well wishes flooded in from friends and patients around the world. In a special video greeting card, Dr. Thom Gelardi and his wife, Betty, serenaded the chiropractic pioneer with an enthusiastic rendition of "Happy Birthday" and told him, "Other than BJ, I can't think of anyone who has done more for chiropractic. We want to wish you another 90 great years." The Gelardis also paid tribute to Martha O'Dell, a remarkable woman who married Dr. O'Dell in 1937 and has been one of the greatest inspirations and sources of strength in his life. Above, Dr. O'Dell stands next to a banner composed by Linda Schmidt, who has served as his CA for 32 years.