Otelia, better known as Tele, has been involved in the funeral home industry for most of her life. She became part of the Calhoun Funeral Home family in February 2010 and has been an Administrator for 13 years. Tele retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company after 34 years of service.

Tele has been married to her husband Joe for 44 years. They have two daughters, Nikki and Elaine, and two grandsons, Jordan and Jalen. She is a member of Abundant Faith Ministries C.O.G.I.C. where she is the president of the Y.P.W.W., a Sunday school teacher, and on the announcement team. Tele enjoys traveling, bowling, and being with family.