John H. O'Dell Jr.

May 15, 1942 - January 27, 2021

Ogdensburg - John H. O’Dell, Jr., age 78, passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at his residence. Born in Paterson to the late John H. O’Dell, Sr. and Mary (McPike) O’Dell, John lived in West Milford before moving to Ogdensburg 25 years ago. He had served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. John had been a self-employed carpenter before his retirement. John enjoyed hunting. He was predeceased by his son, John H. O’Dell, III on January 19, 2021 and his sister, Joan. John is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Sharon G. (Miller) O’Dell of Ogdensburg; his son, Chad O’Dell of Ogdensburg; and his grandchildren, Taylor, Dean, and Cameron. A memorial visitation will be held in conjunction with his son, who predeceased him, John H. O’Dell, III on Sunday, March 7, 2021 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Pinkel Funeral Home, 31 Bank Street (Route 23), Sussex. Services with military honors will immediately follow at 4 p.m.. Due to New Jersey government health restrictions, attendees will be limited and are required to wear face masks at all times and practice proper social distancing. Private cremation services have been entrusted to the Pinkel Funeral Home, 31 Bank Street (Route 23), Sussex. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.pinkelfuneralhome.com.