Harris has been a bus driver for Wake County Public School System for over 15 years. She volunteers at her church's food pantry at First Baptist Church in Middlesex.
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Harris spends her time making blankets for seniors and for the homeless.
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In 2015, she started a clothing closet for those in need.
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"God gave her a vision back in 2015 to start a clothing closet and she collects clothes and coats for the kids. During the winter time, when a lot of kids don't have coats, Odessa is out giving kids coats," said Valeria Williams.
"She wants to make sure that those that don't have--she wants to make sure they do have," said Pastor Gary Lee of First Baptist Church in Middlesex.
"Odessa, you are a great person and we salute you and we thank you for all of the hard that you do in the community. Thank you and we love you," Williams said.