Harold G. "Hal" Odell Jr.

October 13, 1947 - June 9, 2021

LAKE GEORGE-Harold G. “Hal” Odell, Jr., 73, passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his family. Hal was born October 13, 1947 in Queens, New York, the only child of Harold G. “Hank” Odell, Sr. and Anita M. (Swezey) Odell. He graduated from Neshaminy High School in Langhorn, PA in 1965 where he was a member of their nationally recognized football program. He attended Hofstra University on a football scholarship. After college, Hal spent a brief period as a warehouse manager for Revlon Inc. His lifelong love of the Adirondack region prompted him to purchase two discount gas stations, one in Malone and another in Ray Brook. It was during this period that he met his soul mate and future wife, Paula. Hal later was a sales manager for Schwan’s frozen foods and for almost 25 years, a sales representative for Coca-Cola, servicing Warren and Essex counties. Since his retirement in 2009, he has been a bus driver for the Lake George Central School District and Vice-president of the Transportation Association. He was an avid fan of all sports. His favorites were the New York Yankees, the Penn State Nittany Lions, and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Hal also loved to tinker around the yard and gardens. His favorite pastime was spending time boating and camping with his family and friends on Lake George. He loved nothing more than sharing time with his children and grandchildren on the most beautiful lake in America. Hal is survived by his wife of 50 years Paula Odell; son Todd (Lynn) Odell; daughter Heather (Chris Fey) Odell, his grandchildren Tyler Odell and Connor Odell and Max Fey and Leila Fey. The family would like to express their gratitude and thanks to Eric Neuffer and Susan Nichols for their support and compassion, also to Lake George Bus Garage for their continued support. At Hal’s request there will be no calling hours or services.