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Lawrence Hogan Obituary



Lawrence Joseph Hogan, Sr., age 88 of Frederick, MD died on April 20, 2017 at Anne Arundel Medical Center following a stroke. Born in Boston, MA to the late Alexander and Josephine Hogan, Larry spent his life serving in many capacities. An Attorney and teacher, he was also a business executive, a former U.S. Congressman, Prince George's County Executive and served his country as Commander in the US Naval Reserves. Larry is survived by his loving wife Ilona Modly Hogan, his beloved sons: Governor Lawrence Joseph Hogan, Jr., his wife, First Lady Yumi Hogan and their daughters; Jaymi Sterling, husband Ben and son Cam; Kim Velez, husband Louis and daughter Daniella; Julie Kim Kim and husband Tae Soo.; Matthew Lawrence Hogan and wife Maria Gabriella; Michael Alexander Hogan and fiancé Amie Zawacki and his children, Talon and Yarrow; former Delegate Patrick Nicholas Hogan, wife Priscilla and daughters Julia, Emma and Annabel Hogan; Timothy Stefan Hogan and wife Kristin. He is also survived by his son-in-law William Robert Lazarus and children; Becky Blackburn, husband Ray and children, Jake, Macy and Ella Rae; Keith Lazarus, wife Jennifer and children Owen, Evan and Maddy; Kevin Lazarus, wife Scarlett and sons Zeke and Kane. Congressman Hogan was pre-deceased by his only daughter, Mary Theresa Lazarus and his former wife Nora Maguire Hogan. A Mass of Christian burial will be offered at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD on Saturday, April 29th at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be private in the City of Frederick. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Catholic Relief Services, Donor Services, 228 W. Lexington Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 or Catholic Charities of Baltimore. Arrangements by John M. Taylor Funeral Home.

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Published by The Capital Gazette on Apr. 27, 2017.

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jack steffey

May 4, 2017

john w. steffey sr. and john w. steffey jr.
thoughts and prayers are with your family. your father was a great guy, husband and father. i am sure your memories will be a treasure.

Mary Lou Green

May 2, 2017

Sympathy to the Hogan family.
May God be with you during this difficult time.

Gene and Mary Lou Green

Barry Passett

May 2, 2017

Ilona, it may have been way back in the 1980's, but I have never forgotten the goodwill and help you & Larry were to me. Memory a treasure. Hope you understand what a reservoir of good is out there for you, even with Larry gone.
Barry Passett,
Chevy Chase
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Rick and Susan Davis

April 30, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time

Lyndon Freeman

April 30, 2017

So sorry for your loss Govenor. I know what you are going through even though I lost mine 37 yrs ago. There are no words that could describe how happy he is now. You will see him again and the joy will begin again and never end.

Cathy and Tom Burns

April 29, 2017

Hearts, thought and prayers to the Hogan family, may your memories bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time.

MARSHA HUGHES

April 29, 2017

May God's BLESSINGS surround you, Mr. Hogan, and carry you on the WINGS of ANGELS to PARADISE. May your dear family be blessed in their time of SORROW, and uplifted by their FAITH that all of you shall be reunited in ETERNITY. Thank you, sir, for your LOVE of COUNTRY and INSPIRATION to all around you throughout your life. AMERICA has lost A WONDERFUL SON & PATRIOT! WE MUST NEVER FORGET YOU.

Allison Cordell

April 28, 2017

With deepest sympathies, I along with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Larry, Sr.

April 28, 2017

Blessings to the entire family.
The Rev. Dr. William L. Hathaway
Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Annapolis

Jim & Phyllis Trexler

April 28, 2017

Larry,
We have always admired you for your strong commitment for doing the right things.
Everyone who ever met you were always left better for it, especially those that worked for you. Your presence, from the national level down to the county level, made a positive difference by your service. We will miss you. May God bless.

Bobbi (Gina) Ray

April 28, 2017

Larry,
You will be missed by all that you came in contact with. You were a great man to your family and friends.
May your light always shine through the eyes from all that ever met you. I know you have earned your wings when you were met at the gates of heaven.

Leonard Gayer

April 27, 2017

Larry, you were good for the county. Thank you. You will be missed

Jim Coll

April 27, 2017

Thank you for your service to state, country,
and Navy. You will certainly be missed. I know prayers will be offered by your family and many friends. May God bless them in this time of grief.It was a privilege to know you. May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
May God bless.

Barbara Onofrey

April 27, 2017

Please accept our condolences.. Mr. Hogan was a fine man and a loving father .May his soul Rest In Peace.

Barbara Onofrey
Former teacher St. John in Frederick

April 26, 2017

I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort and the memories you cherish comfort and sustain you in your time of need.
-RM

Rae Shafer

April 26, 2017

Much love and heartfelt prayers to you Ilona and your beautiful family.

Your friend,
Rae Lynn

April 26, 2017

Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at HOSEA 13:14 L Ohio

natalia nastovici

April 25, 2017

My thoughts are with you Ilona in this time of grief. Larry will be alive in our hearts. Please accept my condolences, he will not be forgotten.

Natalia Nastovici

Hale, Alberta, G. Hale & Christina Harrison

April 25, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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