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Katherine Hogan

1949 - 2017

Katherine Hogan obituary, 1949-2017, San Jose, CA

Katherine Hogan Obituary

Katherine Hogan
Sept. 17, 1949 - Sept. 28, 2017
San Jose
Katherine Lee Williams' journey began on September 17, 1949 in Herlong California. Kathy graduated from Homestead High School in 1967 and from San Jose State University in 1971. She met Tom Hogan, the love of her life, in 1970 while working at Hewlett-Packard. Tom and Kathy Hogan were married in 1976.
Their family grew to include: Joshua Kennedy Hogan (1980) plus Elizabeth Zambrano, and granddaughters Kamilla (2009) and Michaela (2013) of Brentwood; and Jillian Patricia Hogan (1982) plus Charlie Hughes of Hayward.
Kathy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, teacher, principal, administrator, mentor, and friend to so many. She was also an avid sports fan and loved the SF Giants, 49ers, and Warriors.
She reunited with her parents, Don & Patricia, brother Jim, and sister Janet on September 28, 2017.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, October 29, 2017 from 5pm to 8:30pm at the Orchard City Banquet Hall located at 1 W. Campbell Avenue in Campbell, CA 95008.
A memorial fund will be created in Kathy's honor. Additional details are available at www.kathyhogan.org.


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Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Oct. 20, 2017.
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It's now October 2019. You've been gone for 2 years. I've lost many family and friends over my years, but every time I realize you're gone, I feel like I'm being poked by surprise & sadness that you're truly gone, Kathy. You definitely have a close place in my heart. I really miss you, my dear friend.

Diana Paradise

October 14, 2019

Reading of Kathy' passing saddened me. The Williams family was a part of my life growing up. Pat and my mother, Ruth Green, played bridge and went to bingo together. Got to know Kathy better the summer of 67. She had graduated but needed to make up some credits, I was taking a summer English class and she sat next to me. She was always upbeat and had her own perspective to add to the discussions.

Extending my deepest sympathy for you in your loss. And hoping that comfort and peace may come to you.

Cheryl Green

October 24, 2017

I was so saddened to hear of your passing. You were always such a bright spot, full of life and light, playfully comparing who had the shortest hair. I'm happy that I took a moment for a hug last time I saw you at the COE.

Peggy Stull

October 22, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear this news. I worked with Kathy for several years at the County Office of Education and we had many great conversations about educational research and especially about our SF Giants. She was such a fun and thoughtful person to be around. My condolences go out to her family and friends.

Donna Wheelehan

October 22, 2017

My dear friend and former colleague is gone. I'm in shock, Kathy. I didn't learn of your passing until yesterday. I'm so grateful that we had our wonderful lunch together to catch up and share our life's plans in August. You looked great - quite chic with your short, silver spiked hair. We laughed a lot and shared confidences with one another, as we always do. I'm going to miss you terribly. I'm so disappointed that I'll be missing your Memorial; we'll be out of state. Blessings, dear friend, and to all your family. Love, Diana

Diana Paradise

October 21, 2017

Kathy and I met again this summer at Montalvo where I played piano. She took over for me at Csla at the county office years ago. I'm shocked she has left us...such a vibrant woman! She leaves a large hole in our hearts!

Sue Fettchenhauer

October 21, 2017

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