Brian Eugene O’Dell, 56, of Connelly Springs, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 11, 2022.

Brian was born September 28, 1966, in California, a son of the late Lloyd O’Dell and Margaret Bryant.  He was a United States Navy veteran, and he loved spending time with his family.  He was a good dad and granddad.  Brian loved being a truck driver, and he enjoyed raising his greyhounds.

He was preceded in passing by his parents.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 27 years, Marjorie Cole, of the home; daughters, Ana O’Dell of New York, Tia O’Dell of New York, and Tessa O’Dell of New York; sons, Micah and wife Michelle of North Carolina, Stephen and wife Danielle of North Carolina, and Timothy of Indiana; grandchildren, Leah of North Carolina, Brittany of North Carolina, Camron of North Carolina, Elijah of North Carolina, Samantha of North Carolina, Christina of North Carolina, Makayla of North Carolina, Aiden of North Carolina, Aubree of New York, Zayden of Indiana, and Avery of Indiana; nine great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A private service will be held at a later date.

Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory in Valdese is assisting the family.