Edgar Dal Odom
January 30, 1944 ~ August 26, 2017
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ROCKY MOUNT - Edgar Dal Odom, age 73, passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2017. Born in Nash County, NC on January 30, 1944, he was the son of the late Edgar Dallas Odom and Nellie Mae Shagena Odom. He was also preceded in death by his brother George David Odom and in-laws Harold Warren and Ola Dean Goff, Sr.
Dal was a life-long resident of Rocky Mount. He was a graduate of Rocky Mount Senior High Class of 1962. He continued his education at Campbell College, ECPI. Dal retired from IT Data Center, Hardee Food Systems. He was very much involved in the community that he loved. Dal was a member of Fellowship Class, First Christian Church, Sudan Shrine Temple, Rocky Mount Shrine Club, Sudan Prowlers, Corinthian Masonic Lodge, York Rite, and Jesters of New Bern. He loved retirement. Dal's family was most important to him and he enjoyed spending time with them, especially his grandchildren. Dal had many hobbies over the years which included bird hunting, salt-water fishing, tennis and volleyball. Dal and Sharon enjoyed traveling on guided tours to Alaska, Great Britain, Italy, Russia and neighboring countries. He was a loving husband, a wonderful father, and the best PaPa. He will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Dal leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife of 48 years, Sharon Goff Odom; daughters Kellie Dean Odom Huffman and husband, Bryan Alex Huffman, of Cary; and Angela Nell Odom Stallings and husband, Michael Ryan Stallings, of N. Warwickshire, England. He is also survived by grandchildren Ellery Wade Huffman, Banks Harold Huffman, Grady Ryan Stallings, and Owen Dallas Stallings; and family friend, Lynn Vick Boyette.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Nash Hospice and Palliative Care, 2460 Curtis Ellis Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
A Celebration of Dal's Life will be held on Wednesday, August 30, 2017, at 11:00 AM at First Christian Church, 1101 West Haven Blvd., Rocky Mount with the Rev. Michael McHarg officiating. Visitation and reception with the family will follow the service in the Fellowship Hall.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wednesday 8/30, 12:00 pm
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First Christian Church (of Wilson)
207 Tarboro Street, N.E.
Wilson, NC 27893
Wednesday 8/30, 11:00 am
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Sharon, Kellie and Angela, so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband and dad. I remember the good old days at Hardee’s and always think of Dal. He was a great friend and co-worker and I know he will be missed by all who knew him. May God give you peace and comfort at this time of grief.
Cherish the memories and all the love you had with him .
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W.A. and I have big holes in our hearts. Dal and his family have been part of ours for many years. Whether working or vacationing at Atlantic Beach, Dal was the best partner. We shall miss him. Henrietta and WA Barbour
I had the pleasure of workng with Dal many years ago at Hardee’s Food Systems and have seen him in recent years at festivities at the Shrine Club. All these years later, Dal was still the same gentleman he was 40’years ago and always with a smile. My sincere condolences to the family. Teresa Bullard
So sorry to hear about my friend and co-worker. He is now eating at the Master’s table. Amen
Sharon and family, thoughts and prayers for you. judy mason bass
I am so sad to learn of Dal’s passing Sharon. I know that he was such a good person and loved you dearly! I’ve never seen a happier couple. You and your precious family are in my prayers. Mary
May the God of peace that passes all understanding guard your hearts and minds. We send our prayers and condolences to the family of Edgar Dal Odom. Charles M. Manning the 3rd. and Hope White Manning
I have known Dal since we were young boys and we have laughed and had fun together for 58 years! I will miss Dal but I will see him again in the heavens beyond the clouds! Dal, thanks for all the good and bad times we shared! J. Henry lancaster
Dal always held a special place in our hearts. His love of dogs, dry humor, and dedication to the church spoke volumes about his character. May precious memories and deep faith sustain you now and in the days ahead. PS – perhaps Dal and Ike are now sharing tales of FCC and Hardee’s… Holding you in our hearts. Kathy Jo Mitchell and Andy Morrison
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Sharon and girls, we are so sadden by the loss of Dal. He was always so sweet and kind to us. WE will always remember him, his love for his family, friends and the Shriners. You all were so supportative of us in the Shrine and we will never forget it. We will miss him so much. Love, hugs and prayers to you all. Bruce, Peggy and the girls
Dal was truly a gentleman and one of my favorite Hardee’s coworkers, even though we were not in the same department, we shared many laughs during our quick breaks. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Always looked forward to seeing you and Dal at the NC Symphony Christmas Pops. He thoroughly enjoyed!! May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.
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Always a kind gentleman. Heartfelt condolences to the family, I know they will miss such a sweet person dearly. Allen & LaRee Langley, Hardee’s FamilyCo-worker.
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I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your loved one, please accept my heartfelt condolences. I’ve read the lovely obit in the paper and can truly say that he had a life well lived and a family well loved.
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Sharon and family – I am so sorry to hear of Dal’s passing. I was a programmer and worked with Dal at Hardee’s for 19 years. One of the things I remember about Dal was that he and I would sometimes take our lunch hour (and usually a little more) to shoot a few games of pool. He was a good friend and will be missed.
I was saddened when searching for Dal, to find this post. We worked together in the mid 70s at Hardee’s Food Systems. Reading the many condolences tells me Dal didn’t change either the years. He was and is a kind and gentle spirit that I will never forget and always appreciate.