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Michael Hogan Obituary
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Bethel United Methodist Church, 503 E. South St. in Manly, with the Rev. Wendy Abrahamson and Pastor Robert Cumings officiating.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 2 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Fullerton Funeral Home, 123 Second St. S.E. in Mason City. The visitation will continue one hour prior to Mike's service on Monday at the church.
Those wishing to extend memorials or expressions of sympathy may direct them to the North Central Community School District toward the North Central Chapter of Dollars for Scholars, 105 S. East St., Box 190, Manly, IA 50456, or the Plymouth Fire Department, Box 48, Plymouth, IA 50464.
Thoughts, condolences and stories may be e-mailed to the family on the www.fullertonfh.com Web site.
Michael Brandon Hogan was born Jan. 26, 1988, in Mason City to James A. and Angela K. (Geary) Hogan. He was the second son born to his parents and was affectionately known by his family and friends as "Mike."
Mike was currently a senior at North Central-Manly High School where he was a member of the Falcon football and JV basketball teams. Cheering for the Iowa Hawkeyes the Minnesota Vikings and the Philadelphia 76ers basketball team was one of Mike's favorite past times. He also had a passion for spending time outdoors, hunting and fishing and especially being included in the "guys trips" to northern Minnesota.
Mike will be best remembered for his electric personality and smile. He had a gift for making those around him laugh and always had hugs available to give. Mike loved music and spending time with all of his family and his friends.
Mike will be forever cherished in the hearts of his family and friends.
Grateful for having Mike in their life are his parents, Angela Hogan of Mason City; James "Jim" (Ann) Hogan of Plymouth; his brother, Erik Hogan of Plymouth; his two step-brothers, Nicholas Gamache of North Branch, Minn., and Joe Gamache of Plymouth; and his niece, Elizabeth Gamache of North Branch. Mike will also be sadly missed by his maternal grandparents, Richard and Rose Geary of Oelwein; his paternal grandmother, Mary Ann Hogan of Oelwein; his maternal great-grandmother, Gladys Grummitt of Hazelton; and his aunt, Laurie Moyle of Mount Pleasant. Many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous other relatives and countless friends survive Mike.
Preceding Mike in death are his paternal grandfather, Frank Hogan in December 1987; and his uncle, Richard Geary.
Fullerton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, (641) 423-8676.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Hogan
Jeff r
December 29, 2024
So sad and too young.
Andrea Smith
March 25, 2006
I can't believe it's been almost 4 months since you left us. I must say we all walk on like it never happened but I know we all stop and think about how you aren't in our lives anymore. I miss you buddy.
Rachel Borchardt
December 16, 2005
Mike was a good man. I was his nabor. I still can't belive he is dead. Some people don't know him but they still love him. I wish his parents will still have fun at Christmas. If his parents are reading this I hope they know I miss him. My dad worked on his car. (Borchardt Repar)
Katie Michalek
December 15, 2005
Mike was always really funny and really nice. Everybody really loved Mike. Save me place Mike when i get there because I'll be coming to see you! See you at the crossroads.
Lindsay Chrencik
December 13, 2005
I will never forget the memories that i had with you mike. When i got a phone call that night i was so stunned i didnt know what to think. My prayers go out to Mike's family and all of our students here at NC. Your gone but never forgotten. We'll miss you, and save me a place for when i get there. I love you!!!
Ashley Nicholson
December 12, 2005
Mike was a Fun and Funny kid. I remeber when he would come to plymouth & hang out with all of us & no matter what he did or said he would always make sombody laugh or smile. We'll miss you alot mike. My prayers go out to his family & friends.
Heather Brinkman
December 12, 2005
Mike is gone but never forgotten and we all fell the pain of his loss! We miss you Mike and we always will!
Laurie & Lon Olsen
December 11, 2005
To Jim, Ann, Angela, and all Mike's family...May God comfort you in your time of sorrow and may you feel the warmth of the many arms that enfold you during this difficult time. Mike was a wonderful, happy young man who enlightened the hearts of all around him. We will all miss him at North Central.
Derek Koster
December 11, 2005
Mike was one of a kind. No one could joke like mike, no one could smile like mike. Thats why were gonna miss you buddy, stuff like this only happens to the best of us!!! Our hearts, prayers, and thoughts go out to the Hogan family. I'll catch ya on the flipside Mikey! PEACE!!!
Mandy Schulte
December 11, 2005
My heart goes out to Mike's family and friends. I graduated a year above Mike, when i was in school there was never a dull moment in the halls at NC. Mike was a crazy, outgoing, fun, and all around lovable guy. He will be missed so much but memories with him will stick with us forever.
Ellie Urbatch
December 11, 2005
Dear Angela, Jim, Ann, Eric, Nic and Joe...You've suffered a loss of someone so special & loved...I pray for you all!!! Mike was a light in a "sometimes dark world" I enjoyed talking & laughing with Mike thru all the years at North Central. He will be in hearts of all of us, as you all will be too! God Bless Mike & his wonderful family.
Ericka Coolican
December 10, 2005
Mike was a very sweat guy. He was very young and to young to go. I give all my prayers to mikes family and friends most inportantly to Mandi. Nobody was exspecting Mike to go. It was a tragic day the day we all found out. Keep praying everybody. Mike you will always be in my heart. Love you Ericka
Bob Peshak
December 10, 2005
Mike may be gone from the earth but the legend of him will live on forever. He was put on this planet for one goal. To make everyone laugh and grow closer together. He accomplished that in the short time he lived. Mike will never be forgotten. He was the guy that made everyone laugh in every situation. See you later Michael.
Brian Kenison
December 10, 2005
Jim, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Yezek/Badker Family
December 10, 2005
Mike will be missed by many.Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
dawn h
December 10, 2005
i didn't know mike, nor any of his family. just felt compelled to express my prayers to them as well as his friends/classmates and teachers.
draw strength from your memories and each other, and look to the stars now to see "mike shine!"
Evan Schwarz
December 9, 2005
Mike,
I didn't know you that well, but I really enjoyed getting to know you alot better this year. You always made algebra more bearable and were really fun to talk to in study hall. When I found out about your accident I was stunned. It still hasn't quite sunk in that you're never coming back. You were such a minor part of my life that its amazing how much different it seems without you in it. This has impacted me more than I would have imagined. Death used to be such a big fear of mine, but somehow it doesn't seem so bad anymore. I guess YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU HAVE UNTIL ITS GONE. Ill see you later Mike. Peace
Carly Schwarz
December 9, 2005
There are no words to explain how much Michael is loved and will be missed. He had the kindest heart of anyone I knew and a spirit that will never die. I will carry his memories in my heart for the rest of my life. As much as I am hurting right now I can't help but be thankful for the time I had with Mike, and look forward to seeing him again someday. His family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. See you there Mike, I love you!
Mary Daniels
December 9, 2005
I am Michael's Aunt and wanted to let you know how much you have touched our hearts with all the wonderful things you have said about him. Michael was very special to all of us, as he was with you. He will live on in our hearts forever.
NC Student
December 9, 2005
Mike was the kind of kid who just put a smile on my face every time i saw him. There is something about him that nobody else could compare to him. It can't be wrote down in words or even said. what he had is just unexplainable. I miss you so much Mike. I Still wait for for you to walk down the hall. You've put a smile on my face forever Mike.
I put ketchup on my ketchup...that's Mike
Tim Roberts
December 9, 2005
I didn't know Michael, but wish I had from what people had to say. I do know his family and where he came from and I just want to say how sorry I am for their loss. Michael is paddling his canoe in God's Country now. God bless him, his family and all the friends he has.
Matt Jurgena
December 9, 2005
All can really say is that mike will definetly be missed, what happened to him could happen to any of us... all we can do now is cope with the fact that none of us kids are invincible, the feeling of mortality is really starting to set in, but I think mike would want everyone to just try and be happy and remember what a great guy he was... because as long as we remember the big guy, he'll never really die.
Lesley Arndt
December 9, 2005
Mike was an awesome person. He will be missed by many. He always knew what to say to make me feel better on days i felt sad or mad. He was that way with everyone. He was an awesome person. Mike will always be remembered as a good friend to everyone and a good guy. Everyone here at NCHS will miss you mike and we hope that you are happy. We are always thinking of you. You may be gone but never forgotten. I love you Mike. We will all miss you and love you!!
Sara True Gutierrez
December 9, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go out to Mike's friends and family.
Schneckloth - Paulsen
December 8, 2005
Mike was a great kid, and one of the original p town boys, he will be greatly missed by all, and our thoughts and prayers go out to all his friends and family, ill see you there mikey, love ya buddy.
Suzanne Quam
December 8, 2005
To the family and friends of Michael Brandon Hogan:
May the road rise with you, May the wind be always at your backs, May the sun shine warm upon your faces, and rains fall soft upon your fields, And until you meet Mike again, may God keep you all in the hollow of His hand. Amen
Kellie Ferden
December 8, 2005
i grew up in plymouth w/ mike and he was very good friends w/ my brother so i have known him for many years. my heart goes out to mikes family. he was a great guy who always had a smile on his face. rest in peace mike
Kellie King
December 8, 2005
Mike would walk into a room full of bored students and somehow everything got much more exciting. He would always make you smile with his sarcastic jokes. I may not have known him very much but he was a big impact on my life. I send my prayers to his family, friends and anyone else who is having a hard time. Mike will not be forgotten and at North Central we will always remember him. ~You'll always be in our hearts...see you at the crossroads~
The Trebil Family
December 8, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mike's family and freinds during this time of sadness. May you find comfort in knowing that so many care.
Auriana
December 8, 2005
Mike was such a neat guy. He was a friend to everyone and everyone in middle school and high school knew who he was. He made everyone around him happier and was always making jokes. North Central just won't be the same without him!
Adam Hines
December 8, 2005
Mike was a student of mine and a member of the boys' basketball team. I've never met a more socially gifted young man. Mike always called a circle what it is, a circle; he never kept his thoughts to himself. More times than not he made everyone else around him stronger, but more importantly, he always made the people around him happier. The members of his class, the boyz in P-town, the school, and hundreds of others will mourn his loss. I lived vicariously through Mike. He made me think about my teenage years, and I could look in his eyes and see images of myself. It's ironic that Mike carried so many of us on his shoulders at all times and didn't know it, and now we are obligated to carry Mike's spirit on our shoulders so those poor souls that never knew the man get to know his spirit. You're forever in my heart buddy. I'll see you when I get there.
Isaacson Family
December 8, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mike's family, friends, and classmates. Our communities have been struck a blow and our hearts are heavy. May God watch over everyone and provide strength in this time of need.
Smitty
December 8, 2005
Mike was a sweet kid, who could make anyone laugh, fun willing and had great taste of Music ~_^ He will be greatly missed, my symphathy's to his loved ones. I'll Miss you Mike
Kerri Wilson
December 8, 2005
Staff at AEA 267 Personnel Office send their condocelences to Mike's family.
Katie Michalek
December 8, 2005
Mike helped out in pe class. He was always really nice and funny.
Students of Class of 07' North Butler High School
December 8, 2005
It's a terrible tragedy and so many have to share a loss like this. We feel your pain and know what you're going through. With time it gets easier. Just think of all the good times you shared with Mike, he sounded like a great guy from all the posts shared online. You're in our prayers.
Daniel Ungs
December 8, 2005
I am sorry for your loss. The times that you spoke of him he sounded like a great kid. My thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is anything I can do to help please let me know.
The Ott Family
December 8, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike was a neat kid and a friend to kids of all ages, even the younger children at NC. He will truly be missed.
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