John Odell Noble, 87, of Maple Hill passed gently from his earthly life on Thursday, July 23, 2015 at his home.

He was born February 16, 1928 in Pender County, the son of the late Robert Evans and Annie Gibson Hardison Noble. Also remembered are his sons-in-law, Troy Kelly, Jr. and James J. Brown who preceded Odell in death.

Odell is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Ola Mae Lloyd Noble; daughters, Peggy Noble Brown and Wanda Noble Kelly; son, Danny Noble (Carol); grandchildren, Jamie Craft (Jennifer), Kevin Craft (Jerri Lynn), Derek Brown (Verna), Kelly Brown Robinson (Jonathan), and Ashley Noble Morris (Joe); great grandchildren, Emilee Craft, Anna Craft, Jacob Craft, Branden Craft, Savannah Craft, Ethan Robinson, and Devin Mitchell (Allison); special sister-in-law, Stella Lloyd; best buddy, John "Peanut" Ferrell;and many extended family and friends all who dearly loved Odell.

Odell was a Pender County farmer, farming crops as well as tending turkeys. He loved the outdoors and was a good steward of God's bountiful blessings in nature. Being a faithful member of Maple Hill Baptist Church, he served the church in many capacities through the years. Odell was a Godly man and by the life he lived and the words he shared with others he influenced many folks in a positive manner, especially young people. His passing leaves an empty place at our family gatherings and in our hearts.

Funeral service will be 4:00 pm on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at Maple Hill Baptist Church with the Reverend Mickey Cox officiating. Visitation will be 2:30 to 4:00 pm on Saturday in the Maple Hill Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. Burial will be 10:00 am on Sunday, July 26, 2015 at Noble Family Cemetery.

Casketbearers will be Jamie Craft, Kevin Craft, Derek Brown, Jacob Craft, Brandon Craft, Devin Mitchell, Joe Morris, and Jonathan Robinson. Honorary bearer will be Ethan Robinson.

Memorial gifts may be given to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, 1414 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC 28401.

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Funeral service will be 4:00 pm on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at Maple Hill Baptist Church with the Reverend Mickey Cox officiating. Visitation will be 2:30 to 4:00 pm on Saturday in the Maple Hill Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. Burial will be 10:00 am on Sunday, July 26, 2015 at Noble Family Cemetery.