Catholic Student Union - ERAU Daytona Beach

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our lifelong CSU friend, Bernis O'Dell, on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at the age of 99.

Bernis held a special place in the CSU community and will always be remembered as the person behind CSU’s famous POP-MOM. Her friendship and legacy will remain an important part of our community.

Funeral Service
Thursday, August 6, 2026
11:00 AM
Basilica of St. Paul
317 Mullally Street
Daytona Beach, FL 32114

Reception
Immediately following Mass
Basilica of St. Paul

Interment
Following the reception
Volusia Memorial Park
550 N. Nova Road
Ormond Beach, FL 32174

We extend our deepest condolences to Bernis’ family, friends, and loved ones.

**Obituary:**
https://www.news-journalonline.com/obituaries/psar1527685

Bernis O'Dell Obituary - Ormond Beach, FL Celebrate the life of Bernis O'Dell, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Volusia Memorial Funeral Home & Park.

A huge thank you to Fr. Karl for hosting our end-of-semester BBQ and game night at his house!

It was a wonderful evening filled with great food, fun games, and fellowship as we celebrated the end of the semester together. We’re so grateful for everyone who came out and helped make it such a memorable night!

📸: Mateus Prudencio

On Sunday evening, our CSU community came together for Reverse POPMOM, a fellowship dinner following Mass. In a special change of tradition, the CSU board had the opportunity to serve our members and show our gratitude for the joy, faith, and friendship they bring to our parish community.

We are so thankful for everyone who joined us and helped make the evening such a meaningful celebration of service and community.

📸: Ayden Abreu ( )

A blessed evening at ERAU as we welcomed the Bishop of Orlando to celebrate Mass with CSU.

Grateful for his visit, his encouragement, and the gift of gathering together around the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.