David O’Dell

David Dean O’Dell, 79, of Leivasy, WV passed away Sunday, November 8, 2026 at home.

Born August 31, 1947 at Richwood, WV, Nicholas County he was the son of the late Annabelle and Aldean O’Dell.

He was a member of the New Prospect Baptist Church of Leivasy, was a loving father and grandfather. He was proud of his service as a coal miner in Nicholas County for forty years.He was an avid outdoorsmen always ready with his fishing pole and enjoyed watching all the wildlife that frequently visited his backyard.

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In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty O’Dell and brothers, Birl and Roy O’Dell.

Survivors include his daughters, Monica Heck (Christopher) of Waynesboro, VA and Nicole Preast (Scott) of Hico; and three grandchildren, Joshua (Heather) Franklin, Morgan Preast, and Avery Preast.

Graveside service will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville, with Pastor Tim McClung officiating.

Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.wallaceandwallacefh.com

Wallace & Wallace, Inc. of Rainelle, WV is in charge of arrangements.