Lester F. Odom Jr.

Lester F. Odom Jr., 77, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at his residence.

He was born in Fairfield County, South Carolina, on January 22, 1946, to the late Lester and Inez Odom.

Lester was a member of Living Hope Baptist Church in Gastonia.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers, Frankie Odom, Billy Odom; sisters, Barbara Wilson, Betty Sue Odom.

Lester is survived by his wife of 61 years, Carolyn Odom; daughter, Stacy Dawn Morey, and husband Ronald Morey Jr.; brother, Ricky Dean Odom, and wife Linda; sister, Deloree Odom Bridges; grandchildren, Tyler, Caleb, Jordan, Haley, Meghan, Conner; great-grandchildren, Silas and Jeremiah.

A Celebration of Life Service officiated by Pastor David Gardner and Pastor Gary Conrad, will be held Friday, October 20, 2023. 6:00 PM, at the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service, 1503 S. York Rd., Gastonia, NC 28052.

Visitation will be from 4:00 – 6:00 prior to the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to:  Living Hope Baptist Church, 609 Osceola St. Gastonia, NC 28052, or Gaston Hospice – PO Box 3984, Gastonia, NC 28054

Condolences may be made online at:  www.greenefuneral.com.