Odell James Bolick, 91, of Franklin, NC, closed his eyes and opened them in the Glory of God on Monday, December 29, 2025. A lifelong resident of Macon County, he was a devoted member of Buck Creek Baptist Church.

Born to the late Carl and Eva Rogers Bolick, Odell built a life marked by faith, family, and hard work. He served as a foreman for Nantahala Power in Bryson City and dedicated many years to his church as both a deacon and choir director—roles he fulfilled with a servant’s heart.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Dorothy Arnold Bolick.

Odell is survived by his loving wife, Helen Bishop Bolick; his son, James Allen Bolick (Margaret); two grandchildren, Alison Reagan and Landon Younce; and two great-great-grandchildren, Courtney Fain and Cody Reagan. He is also survived by his siblings, Annalee Massagee, Bobby Bolick, and Marvin Bolick; along with numerous stepchildren, step-grandchildren, and step-great-grandchildren, all of whom he cherished.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 3rd, from 12-1 pm at Macon Funeral Home. A service will follow in the Chapel, with Rev. Jamie Passmore officiating. Burial will take place at Buck Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com.

Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.