Charles Brentzel

Charles L. Brentzel was born in New York City on February 7, 1934 to Charles L. and Tessie (Chandler) Brentzel. He passed away peacefully at his home on September 4, 2013 after a short battle with cancer. Charlie moved to Columbus in 1949 before serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married Marlene J. Elston on January 19, 1953. They made Columbus their home where Charlie was the owner of Brentzel Plumbing. He loved photography, spending time outdoors, and playing with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be missed by many.

Charlie is survived by:
Wife: Marlene J. (Elston) Brentzel, Columbus NE
Son: Terry (Julie) Brentzel, Oshkosh NE
Granddaughter: Alison (Nick) Dillon, Grand Island NE
Grandson: CPL Ryan Brentzel USMC, Camp Lejeune NC
Daughter: Kara (Steve) Mabee, Columbus NE
Granddaughter: Erin (Rob) Callahan, Woodbury MN
Great Granddaughter: Kara Ann Callahan, Woodbury MN
Great Granddaughter: Lauren Lee Callahan,
Woodbury MN
Grandson: Steven Mabee, Columbus NE
Granddaughter: Rhiannon Mabee, Colulmbus NE
Great Grandson: Evan Lee Mabee, Columbus NE
Brother: Richard (Marlynn) Brentzel, Lincoln NE
Brother: John (Marie) Brentzel, Boxborough MA
Many Nieces and Nephews
Charles was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Carolyn.