John Edgar Odell, Sr., 63, passed away Monday, March 30, 2020, at UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill.

Due to pandemic protocol, a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mr. Odell was born August 3, 1956 in Providence, Rhode Island.  He was a retiree of Unifi, Inc. with 20+ years of service with the company.

He is survived by his two sons, John E. Odell, Jr. (Danielle) of Reidsville and Brandon Odell (Kay) of Stoneville;  five grandchildren;  one great-grandchild;  his mother, Laura C. Odell of Eden;  and brothers, Roy J. Odell, Jr. and Joel H. Odell, both of Eden.

John was preceded in death by his father, Roy James Odell, Sr.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com