Newark in Licking County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

In loving memory of Herbert A. Odle

June 18, 1925 - March 10, 2020

Photographed By Craig Doda, September 2, 2022

1. In loving memory of Herbert A. Odle Marker

Inscription.
Herbert A. Odle joined The Holophane Company in Newark, Ohio, in 1949 as a graduate of the University of Illinois, and during his career he proceeded to live up to his nickname "The Light Man.” given to him in 1947 in a newsletter of the Illuminating Engineering Society.

When he retired, Herb held 17 U.S. patents with others pending. He was an inventor, a professional engineer, and a servant leader all of his adult life.

After serving in WWII. Herb said he wanted to bring nothing but light to the world after seeing the darkness of the war Through his work, he illuminated our roadways. sports fields, and warehouses, but more importantly Herb brought light to the lives of those he knew.

In honor of Herb, remember to bring your light to our world. Never stop learning. Never stop traveling, and never stop caring for your fellow man.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Industry & Commerce • War, World II. A significant historical year for this entry is 1949.

Location. 40° 3.421′ N, 82° 23.971′ W. Marker is in Newark, Ohio, in Licking County. Marker is at the intersection of South 2nd Street and East Market Street, on the right when traveling north on South 2nd Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 42 S 2nd St, Newark OH 43055, United States of America. Touch for directions.

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8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Ohio & Erie Canal (here, next to this marker); The National Road (a few steps from this marker); Railroads (a few steps from this marker); The Interurban Railway (a few steps from this marker); Footpaths & Waterways (within shouting distance of this marker); The Interstate Highway System (within shouting distance of this marker); Welcome to the Streetscape & History Walk (within shouting distance of this marker); Newark Native Jerryie Mock (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newark.

Photographed By Craig Doda, September 2, 2022

2. In loving memory of Herbert A. Odle Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on September 22, 2022. It was originally submitted on September 12, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 81 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 12, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.