Billy Ogle

Billy Ogle (82), of Swannanoa, went to be with his Heavenly Father on August 31, 2024. He was the son of the late Grady and Lily Mae Ogle. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary Ogle of twenty-nine (29) years, his son Billy Ogle Jr., and eleven siblings. 

Left to cherish his memory are seven children: Tami Hudgins (Bobby) of Asheville; David Ogle (Denise) of Rock Hill, South Carolina; Tina Pierce (Ernie) of Swannanoa; Judy Bradley of Swannanoa; Linda Branam (Tim) of Candler; Brenda Jordan of Fairview; and Roger Branam of Candler. 

In addition to his seven children, Billy leaves behind fifteen grandchildren, twenty-five great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. All of whom will deeply cherish his memory long into the future. 

Billy dedicated his life to Christ and enjoyed going to church on Sunday’s and spending time with his church family at Chapel Hill Missionary Baptist Church. 

Billy never met a stranger and brought a smile to the face of everyone who knew him. Billy loved sports and any activity that allowed him to be outdoors. He especially loved going fishing with his children and grandchildren and attending sporting events. 

Every spring and summer Billy enjoyed tending to his garden. During the warm weather he especially loved going to the flea market to hunt for forgotten treasures and to give new life to treasures he had previously found. 

The family would like to thank CarePartners Hospice Solace Center for providing care and comfort as Billy went to meet his Heavenly Father. 

A memorial service will be held at Chapel Hill Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday September 7, 2024, from 12:00-2:00 pm. Family will receive friends from 12:00-1:00 pm. and the service will be held from 1:00-2:00 pm. 

Chapel Hill Missionary Baptist Church is located at 9 Chapel Hill Church Rd., Asheville, NC 28803. Pastor Willard Pruit will officiate.