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William Hogan Obituary
79, of North Palm Beach, FL and Narragansett, RI, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, March 15, 2020. He was the beloved husband of 55 years of Margaret C. (Doorley) Hogan. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late William E. Hogan, Sr. & Agnes E. (Keegan) Hogan.
Bill proudly served four years in the U.S. Marine Corps (1958 - 1962). Bill was an entrepreneur to his core. He was the owner of several companies throughout the years in the trucking industry and owned Mobile Storage, Inc. in Providence, RI (1987-2005). Proud of his Irish heritage, he was also a member of the Sons of Irish Kings. He was a Communicant of St. Veronica Chapel in Narragansett and St. Patrick's Church of Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Bill cherished spending time with his grandchildren. He also loved music, golfing, boating, and entertaining family & friends whether in Rhode Island or Florida. As most know, Bill was also an avid Fox News devotee.
Bill is survived by his loving children; Colleen M. Hanley & her husband Robert J. of North Kingstown, William E. Hogan III, of Warwick, Ryan P. Hogan and Patricia J. Harley of Warwick, Meghan E. Hogan of Narragansett and daughter-in-law Karen B. Hogan of Narragansett. Affectionately known to many as "Papa Bill", he was the cherished grandfather of Robert J. Hanley & Emily M. Hanley of North Kingstown, Elizabeth J. Hogan & Jack W. Hogan of Narragansett. He was the brother of Kenneth A. Hogan & his wife Donna of Warwick and brother to the late Betty E. Ortiz, who is survived by her husband Hector F. Ortiz of Warwick. He also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews.
A private service will be held Friday, March 20, 2020 at THE CRANSTON-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME of WICKFORD, 140 West Main St., Wickford Village, North Kingstown. Burial with Military Honors will follow at the RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery. A Memorial Mass and Celebration of Life in his honor will be held at an appropriate future date.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory will be greatly appreciated to the Dialysis Center of Wakefield, 10 High Street, Wakefield, RI 02879.
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James Burns
March 10, 2025
Bill and I were good friends for over 50 years.you could not ask for a more generous and kind person.Bill will be missed forever by everyone who was fortunate to fnow him.
Jim Burns
March 10, 2023
Bill and I jopoined the PFD1962 and we became friends for for over 40 something years, Bill was the most generous and good friend any body could wish for.Bill, may you rest in peace.
Jim Burns
March 10, 2021
Rest in peace Bill,you were a true friend.
Marcia snd Michael Hendricks
April 4, 2020
So sorry to hear of the passing of our dear old friend and neighbor. He had a kind and gentle soul. Condolences and prayers to the family, may he Rest In Peace.
Robert Richardson
March 21, 2020
To the Hogan Family,
Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
The Richardson Family
Peter Fitzpatrick
March 19, 2020
To the Hogan Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. He was a great man. Remember all the good times.
March 18, 2020
I am very sorry for your loss. My love and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time.
Love, Patti Doorley Angell
Bill Manchester
March 18, 2020
I would like to offer my sincerest condolences to Margaret and the Hogan family for the loss of Bill. I am a retired Providence Firefighter who drove for Bill at several different companies he ran. He always took good care of me and for that I am truly grateful. May he Rest In Peace.
paul kiernan
March 18, 2020
to the entire hogan family,my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time your father was a good guy i fondly remember the st patricks day partys at the meshanticut green.
Arthur Hewes
March 17, 2020
Ryan and family. So sorry for your loss ..you are in my prayers. Artie Hewes
George Lenihan
March 17, 2020
A good man. Bill will be missed. RIP
Patty Saunders
March 17, 2020
Kenny, Billy & Ryan
I was so sorry to hear about Bill passing. It was a pleasure working for him and I will truly miss him. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
james burns
March 17, 2020
I read about the passing of my friend Bill,we go way back to our days on the Prov. fire dept,visits to bill in Florida,and our golf games.My deepest sympathy to Bills whole great family, a wonderful person has left us.Rest in peace my friend.
Pat gallagher
March 17, 2020
Ken and Donna we are so sorry for the lose of your brother Bill. We only met him once but he had the great Irish Eyes and smile. On behalf of my Dad May he Rest In Peace. Pat and Donna Gallagher
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