Brenda Mary Rabel, 79, of South Charleston passed away November 8, 2025, at home.
Brenda was a lifelong farmer along with her husband, John, who preceded her in death. She was affectionately known as “B” by her siblings, nieces, and nephews. She was very active in the VFW Auxiliary of the Benny Padilla Post 4768. She touched the lives of many children in the Alum Creek area as a 4-H leader.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Agnes Hogan and sister, Karen.
Brenda is survived by her children, Thomas E. Rabel, Margaret-Anne (Richard) Boggess, and John B. (Angie) Rabel; siblings, Owen (Sharon) Hogan, Maureen Widrick, Evan (Jodi) Hogan, and Barbara (Robert) Bromley; grandchildren, Anthony, McKennah, Haley, Laura, Ella, and Beau Rabel.
A celebration of life will be held from 4:00-7:00pm, Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek. A private entombment will be held at Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the VFW Auxiliary of the Benny Padilla Post 4768, 4443 Brounland Road, Alum Creek, WV 25003.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayer.
We were so sorry to hear of her passing and have the family in our thoughts and prayers
One of the sweetest ladies. She was always so kind to me when I was growing up. She will be missed
Aunt Bee taught me to appreciate the people, places and things we love. Her yearly visits to what she called home were very important to her and a reminder to me that you can always go home no matter how far away you go. I wish I had spent more time asking her about gardening, her knowledge was second to none. Much love from your home on the Island
I will miss her so much! Loved the lady. Sending condolences and prayers for comfort for her family.
My deepest condolences to you all. She was one fine lady. Keeping you all in my prayers.
My sister “B” who was loved by so many will be missed so. We were on our way to visit – just another day and we would have been there. ?