Brenton Richard Ogle

Brenton Richard Ogle. 82 of Teays Valley, WV; formally of Charleston, WV and Seabrook Island, SC, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Cabell-Huntington Hospital, Huntington, WV. “Brent” as he was known by family and friends was born on November 23, 1934 and raised in Omaha, NE. His parents, Morris Brenton and Martha Helen Von Ohlen Ogle and his nephew Mark Austin O’Dell preceded him in death. Brent is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Betty Ellen O’Dell Ogle, Daughters: Elizabeth Anne Ogle of Cincinnati, OH and Mary Helen Winter ( John) of Teays Valley, WV, Brother-In-Law: James Grover O’Dell (Linda), Niece: Tamela O’Dell Grabb (Larry), Great Nieces: Lindsey Caroline Carter , Ashlyn Elizabeth Thompson (Andy), Great Nephew: William O’Dell Grabb and Great-Great Nephew: Cole Parker Thompson. All of Noblesville, IN. In 1952, Brent graduated from Benson High School in Omaha, NE and attended Nebraska Wesleyan University for one year before joining the Army. Serving 3 years as an Electronics Specialist in Nike Guided Missile Systems during the Korean Conflict. He went on to Iowa State University majoring in chemical engineering. Upon graduation in 1960, he selected the DuPont Plant in Belle, WV to start his career. In 1969 he became an Instrument Engineer and was promoted into various roles until his retirement in 1992 after 32 years. Over the years, he was an active member, held offices and was President of the local chapter of the Instrument Society of America (ISA) and American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE). Music played a key role in Brent’s life. A talented musician who played the piano, flute, piccolo and violin as a child and continued throughout his life. He was a baritone singer who enjoyed playing, collecting, studying and listening to all genres of music. An active member in the Episcopal church for over 65 years including lay ministry, pastoral care, teaching, Stephen Ministry, choir and Centering Prayer Group. He and his family were members of St. Matthew’s in Charleston, WV for 34 years until moving to Seabrook Island, SC. He and Betty Ellen attended Church of Our Saviour on John’s Island until their move back to WV and joined St. Timothy’s in-the Valley. Brent used his gardening skills to assist his dear friend Bill Byus in the care of the grounds at St. Timothy’s in-the Valley for 12 years. Brent was a knowledgeable astronomer. An active member of The Kanawha Valley Astronomical Society and served several terms as President. He enjoyed lecturing, educating and sharing his expertise about the stars and planets. Throughout his life Brent was very active and health conscious. During his retirement, he discovered Tai Chi and was very devoted to its principles. Upon returning to WV, he became a member of the Silver Sneakers program. He was a pet lover who adored his cats, Missy and Quinn. A celebration of Brent’s life will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, May 20, 2017 at St. Timothy’s in-the-Valley Episcopal Church, Hurricane with The Reverend Cheryl Ann Winter officiating. A time of fellowship will be held after the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Brent’s memory to either St. Timothy’s in-the- Valley Episcopal Church Landscaping Fund, P.O. Box 424, Hurricane, WV 25526 or the Kanawha Valley Astronomical Society c/o Rodney Waugh, President, 5292 Questa Drive, Cross Lanes, WV 25313. You may share memories or express condolences on Brent’s Tribute Page at Chapman Funeral Homes.com. Chapman Funeral Home, family-owned and located at 3941 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane, WV is honored to serve the Ogle family.