RICHARD WAYNE HOGAN 75, of NEPTUNE passed away Monday evening, May 18th at Bayshore Hospital, Holmdel of complications from COVID-19. "Dick" was a lifelong resident of Neptune Township, a highly respected Ocean Grove Main Avenue attorney and leader of numerous community and charity organizations.

Born at Fitkin Memorial Hospital in Neptune during the Second World War on October 20, 1944, he was the son of William C. Hogan, Sr. and Myrtle Louise Gatewood Hogan. Dick grew up working in his parents' restaurants and Ocean Grove South End concessions and graduated from Neptune Sr. High School with the class of 1963. Dick was a 1967 graduate of Wagner College in Staten Island, New York, where he met the love of his life and wife of 52 years, the former Erika Blome of Neptune High School class of 1964. Dick graduated with a JD from Stetson University Law School in 1970 before launching his long legal career in Asbury Park, later moving to the Ocean Grove Main Avenue location in 1981.

Dick had served as the President of the Shore Area YMCA in the 1980's, was a member of the Lions Club, a member of the vestry at Trinity Episcopal Church, Asbury Park, a former board member of Jersey Shore Medical Center, Monmouth County Blood Bank President, served as President of the Monmouth Park Charity Fund, and also provided aide and pro-bono legal assistance to those in need throughout the Shore community and beyond.

Dick's parents as well as his older brother William C Hogan, Jr. predeceased him. Surviving are his wife Erika; his sister, Patricia Hogan-Fisher; his three sons: Richard Ashley Hogan and his wife Yumeng of Belmont, California; Jeffrey Brett Hogan and his wife Nicole of North Richland Hills, Texas and Kelly Wade Hogan and his fiancée Christine Sousa and her daughter Angela Sousa of Neptune. Dick had five grandchildren, Mia Louise, Hana Mei and Kayla Ashley Hogan of Belmont, California and Tyler Jeffrey and Austin Nicholas Hogan of North Richland Hills, Texas. Dick also leaves behind many beloved nephews, nieces and cousins.

Due to COVID-19, no public in-person service will be held and a private Zoom memorial is to be scheduled with family and friends. Internment will be at Monmouth Memorial Park, Tinton Falls. In lieu of any flowers, please consider a donation to the Richard W Hogan Ocean Grove Memorial Bench Fund at gf.me/u/x3ccvv or the Asbury Park Dinner Table COVID-19 food security fund at www.monmouthresourcenet.org/search/asbury-park-dinner-table. Services are under the direction of Francioni, Taylor & Lopez Funeral Home in Neptune, NJ.

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Published by Asbury Park Press from May 22 to May 24, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Hogan

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32 Entries

Geri ( Coleman ) DellaPietro

May 16, 2024

Miss my old friend who let me drive his dads new car once when we were delivering stuff for our senior class event.

Christine Bajart

June 19, 2020

To the Hogan family,
I so sorry for your loss. Richard was our parents attorney for many years. Tim and I send our condolences.

Dale Johnson

June 1, 2020

Mr.Hogan was the attorney for my parent's estate,sorry to hear of his passing,my condolences to his family. Sincerely,Dale Johnson.

Kevin J. Devine

May 28, 2020

Richard was such a Charitable person with his legal advise. I remember many times he would give my Aunt Millie legal advice when she had questions about the Monmouth County Blind Association. I personally became a blood bank gallon club member only because he was on the Board of Directors. These type of all around lawyers, Charitable to their causes and patrons are one in a million. Richard as Gov. Murphey said on 5/28/2020 will be truly missed by all who knew him.

Richard Abrams

May 28, 2020

My deepest sympathy to the Hogan family. I have been Richard's accountant for over 25 years and I came to view him more as a friend than as a client. He was kind, smart, funny - a real mensch and I will miss him

Judy Norton

May 28, 2020

Richard was my attorney. I have always been so thankful for the help he gave me. I am so sorry for your loss.

Shirley Gatewood Quaintance

May 27, 2020

Today, May 27th, a memorial, adjusted to comply with the C-19 restrictions is taking place as I write. I am a thousand miles away, keeping up by technology and appreciatiing the efforts of those I know about - Ashley, Patricia and Amanda to keep me in the moment.
As the bookends for family memories shift, I am mindful of each of you, and grateful for Ashley's caring foresight to record our history.
Jacques Brel's lyrics replaced the traditional hymns that would ordinarily come to my mind. ' We had fun, we had love, we had seasons in the sun... spring is in the air, it is time to say goodbye. My dear cousin, you will live forever in my heart. - Shirley Jean

david Giotta

May 27, 2020

My deepest sympathy to the Hogan family. Dick was a warm and friendly person. I am sorry to hear of his passing.

David Giotta

May 27, 2020

As a member of the Planning and Zoning boards in Neptune I had the opportunity to experience Dick's fine work as an attorney. When meeting him away from meetings he was always warm and friendly.

RANDY BISHOP

May 26, 2020

Erika and family, I want to add my condolences. Dick was a gentleman and a professional; a pleasure to work with no matter what we were discussing. Take care and know that he is missed.

Patricia O'Brien Armstrong

May 25, 2020

Patty,
It was with great sadness to hear of Dick's death. Know that you are in my deepest thoughts at this difficult time.

Patricia O'Brien Armstrong, Sarasota, Fl

May 25, 2020

Erika and family,
It it with great sadness to learn of Dick's death. You and your family are in my deepest thoughts at this very difficult time. May his memory be for a blessing.

Mark LaCasse ( Kroft )

May 24, 2020

My deepest condolences to the Hogan family. The Hogans have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Tons of great memories with all of the family. I am truly saddened by his passing.
Mr. Hogan was also a legal representative for my grandfathers estate. I appreciate everything that he ever did for my family.
Mrs Hogan, Kelly, Jeff and Ashley my heart is truly saddened for your loss.

Mark LaCasse ( Kroft )

May 24, 2020

Geri (Coleman) Della Pietro

May 24, 2020

Rest in peace my friend and fellow classmate; My condolences to his family.

Geri (Coleman) Della Pietro

May 24, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us somehow to get through. Dick, was a classmate of mine and remained a friend throughout all these years; rest in peace my friend. Special condolences to his family.

Bill Hundemann

May 24, 2020

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Hogan family. Dick was a wonderful man and will be sorely missed. He always went out of his way to help people. He even wrote a recommendation for me when I applied to go to the Wagner College Bregenz campus overseas with Jeff. I have great memories of visits to us at Wagner College. Much love to you all. -Bill Hundemann

Kathleen Cowling

May 24, 2020

I was 24 years old when I met Richard - I was just beginning my real estate career. He was my friend ever since. He was a kind man who helped many people. I will miss him.

Paul Hvidding

May 24, 2020

Im saddened to hear of Dicks passing. He was very helpful and generous with my family in times of need. He was definitely one of the good guys! God bless his family during their time of grief.

Judy Parmentier

May 24, 2020

Dick, was a kind, sweet, and caring person, and a wonderful lawyer. He will be missed by many. RIP, Dick

Dana Mansfield

May 24, 2020

Dear Pat,
So sorry to read about the passing of your brother. May God be with you and your family during this difficult time as He is with Richard.

pat mcdonald

May 24, 2020

Condolences to the Hogan family on the loss of Mr. Hogan. I was lucky to have him as my attorney...I could always count on his expertise & empathy!! He will be missed by many

Nicole Evans

May 23, 2020

Mr. Hogan represented my Dad who was in early stages of dementia. He was compassionate, patient and kind to my father and straightforward with me; I trusted him. Ashley, I'm so sorry. I wish Peace upon your family.

Bette Sue Ward Solakian

May 23, 2020

Dick was a great Ocean Grove long time friend. I would see Dick walking down Main Ave to buy a APPress go to Howard Smith's Hardware store we would chat I worked at The Loft
In O G. We always found time
To chat. Our 1963 class reunions were fond memories.
So sad to hear bout his passing
But know God took him in his arms n he is with loved ones.

Mick and Betty Schell

May 23, 2020

A long time and loved friend to whom we say good night, Dick

Ralph Hoffman

May 23, 2020

Patricia, so sorry to hear, thinking about you, Ralph H.

Gail L. Oliver

May 23, 2020

The late Mr. Ermon K. Jones considered Richard a good friend with a healthy respect & admiration for each other ! They shared many mutual topics with each other over the years, as well as some under advisement. I, too, remember Richard as a gentleman. I am also a graduate of Neptune High School, Class of 1970 . He will be sorely missed ... may he nowcrest in everlasting peace

Bill Clarke

May 23, 2020

Dick was a total professional and complete gentleman. And an OG institution. May he Rest In Peace.

Carol Youngblood Prorok

May 23, 2020

Dick was a good neighbor and attorney.

Karen Nordensvan

May 23, 2020

My sincere sympathy to his loved ones.

Bobby and Donna Vartanian

May 23, 2020

Dick was our attorney when we bought our home in Ocean Grove. He was a very friendly and kind man. Im very sorry to hear of his passing. My husband is in the nursing facility attached to the hospital where Dick passed. So sad. RIP

Susan and Andy Skokos

May 22, 2020

Our heartfelt condolences to the Hogan family. Richard was as my father, George, would say 'A Gentleman and A Scholar. We will miss his friendship and stories. He could make a visit into the Office into an hour of laughter and some business. He definitely was an old school lawyer. He will be missed by the Skokos family. May Richard Rest in Peace.

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