He served in the Air Force for 20 years. While in the US Air Force, he met Barbara, also in the US Air Force, who later became his wife.
William is survived by his loving wife of almost 50 years, Barbara Odgers; son, Jon Odgers and girlfriend, Alison Jordan; and daughter, Diane Wheeler and husband, Matt.
William will be laid to rest at Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery.
Arrangements are held by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory.