William M. Odell Jr. Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on April 26, 2026, at the age of 85, William M. Odell Jr. of Spring Lake, New Jersey passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Helen Odell (Westerman) and William McKinley Odell Sr.; and his siblings, Carol Howard (John) and Jack Odell. He is survived by: his wife Arlene (Fox); his children, William Odell III (Karen), Patty Jensen (Ron), Michael Odell (Lynda), Suzanne O'Neill (Kevin) and Christopher Odell; his grandchildren, Ronnie Jensen, Sara Fanelli (Nick), Dylan, Gavin, Beckham Odell, Ryan, Luke and Karoline O'Neill; his great grandchild Marley; his sister Sharon Riva (Dick); and his sister-in-law Barbara Odell. He is also survived by 11 nieces and nephews; many close-knit cousins; and friends.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Bill's name to Seton Hall Prep, 120 Northfield Ave. West Orange, NJ 07952 or Seton Hall University, Stillman School of Business, John P. Deehan Scholarship Fund, 400 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJ 07079.