Richard McCrae Odom, 80 of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday March 21, 2026.  

Richard was born on July 18, 1945, in Warren County, North Carolina. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Hubert and Magaret Odom and his brother Charles F. Odom.

He is survived by his wife Ann, stepson Kevin Smith (Jennie), sisters Patrica Odom Hawkins (Richard), Susan Lewis (Billy), grandchild Ashely Smith and several nieces and nephews. 

James was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother; he served his country in the Air Force, he loved to do woodworking projects. He was a member of Twin City Rifle Club, American Legion Post 38 and 95th Squadron model airplane club.

The arrangements are pending at this time.

Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Services is handling arrangements for the Odom family.  Family and friends may sign the online register by visiting www.hockadayfs.com