Joseph L. Hogan

My husband David and I stayed for a week in this July and Joe was so warm and great that we feel like we know him forever in the very first hour. I gave the Adult Clinic to David as his 60th B Day and I asked Joe how to pamper him and he was so amazing to offering himself to gave a private lesson everyday but at that time Joe catched the Flu so he had to canceled some of the lessons. I remember thet even with the Flu Joe show up every day and we have to beg him to leave, and the next day the same thing. He was incredible professional and dedicated even the last day he sat alone in a table during the awards moment so we don't get sick but guess what: He was there even that he was sick

He always make jocks and he loved to tell us stories about his kids and his wife, he was a happy family man

You don't need a life time to know a person we only need few days to be sad and to be proud for knowing such an incredible person

I want to share some pictures of him in action and to share my wonderful experience named Joe at Newk's

With love

Itziar

Dearest family & friends, We wish you & yours a very Happy Thanksgiving - Thank You GOD for all the gifts you have given me...
My husband & I would like to thank you all for your condolences & sharings - these are truly wondrous gifts to us & it gives us great comfort & peace knowing that you knew Joe as we knew Joe, and that his presence touched all of our lives.
Thank you to the Buck's Family for the beautiful inspiring music "Hello Bucks" I am going to download it (if I have your permission) over & over again - so that I may have a continuous concert. This calms me so.
Another friend sent me: "Walking in the Air" at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1qms9N6gDs (this too reminds me - Joe is not gone - he is with our Heavenly Father - he has just transcended dimensions - Joe is everywhere in all the beauty around us.

And lastly, the poem that says it all for me is written by Mary Elizabeth Frye, whom remained "Anonymous" until discovered in '90s. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Elizabeth_Frye: this I would like to share with you:

INFINITY
Do not stand by my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow
I am a diamond glints on snow
I am the sunlight on ripened grain
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awake in the morning, hush...
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight
I am the soft starshine in the night
Do not stand by my grave and cry
I am not there - I did not die.

We loved Joe and we will miss him dearly. Joe was a sweet, funny,caring, and a Generous young man. He always thought about others and how he could help. He was a great role model for those that were around him. I love Sammy and the kids. We pray for them every day to be lifted up and be carried by God and help them heal.

We want to thank very much to all those thoughts and feelings expressed at the podium during the funeral. It really sums up the caliber of friends Joe surrounded himself with.

Joe’s Mom spoke to my girls aside and said that when Joe was in 3rd or 4th grade he took a number of electives that year and among the pizza making and pottery electives tennis was one of the classes. He came home from the first tennis class really excited, and said that this would be the sport for him. They scrounged up the seven dollars it took to buy his first (aluminum) tennis racquet and a new era began.

Here is a link for those that asked. Thanks Sam for allowing us to play it.
Joe's Funeral song. “Hello Bucks”
http://cleandesire.com/joehogansong.mp3

Joe,
You were a very special bloke and were very much loved by my my family and the entire Ranch. We will never forget the times we spent together and the fun we had. You made all our lives better and we will always love you and never forget you, mate. Thank you for being Joe - you were the best.

We are praying daily for Joe, and Sarah, Samantha, Joey, and everyone that's life was touched by Joe.

Joe Hogan,
Joe was always happy, always funny, and always kind. Joe never yelled or argued with me no matter how bad was playing in some of our lessons. He was a gracious man. He was a merciful man. He is the only person I know that has never lost his temper (around me.) I look up to him. I want to dedicate my life to tennis like him. I want to have a joyful spirit like him. One thing he isn’t is rude. If there is a single person that thinks he is mean, then they don’t really know Joe Hogan like I did.
Although I have only known Joe for 3 years, he has made those years amazing! Whenever I have a bad day, I can always count on Joe to make fun of me and make me laugh! Joe wasn’t just a great coach; he was much more than that. He was every good quality that you can think of!
It’s hard to say that he is gone. Sometimes when a close friend passes on, I think to myself, “Maybe it would have been easier to not know that person so that it wouldn’t be sad when this happens,” I didn’t think that at all about Joe. I am glad to have known him. I will never regret spending time with him. To me, his legend still lives on.
To the people that don’t know Joe, he is: An amazing person that I will always remember.
Joe’s Friend,
*Kemah Buck*

We will all miss Joe- or "Mighty Joe Hogan" as I called him. A great teacher, friend, and mentor.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Hogan family.

May God bless you and give you strength in this time of sorrow.

Sam,Joey and Sarah,

Our family loved Joe so much. My daughters looked forward to every lesson with Coach Joe. They told me he was so fun because he always taught them something new and they were especially excited if he gave them a "Boo Yah." They knew that meant they had made him happy. He gave them so much love and encouragement.

Alan and I loved our lessons with him as well. He never failed to make us laugh even at 5:30 in the morning! He made us better players and better people. He was a cherished friend.

He talked of his family often and how much he loved you all. We hope that you will find comfort in that love. We are sending up prayers constantly for you. We love you all.

The Rompel Family - Jenny, Alan, Trey, Rachel and Emilie

Joe was a true inspiration. What a character. Always smiling always cheerful. Never a dull moment, and we have a bunch of stories to prove it.

He was the kind of guy that kept a promise and always came through. Just to mention one, I remember one lesson he had with Kemah my 11 year old (then 9) that he challenged her in knocking down some cones. He told her if she could knock over the cones she could have whatever she wanted. Well she decided she wanted something to do with Hannah Montana. And so they agreed on Hannah Montana. She proceeded in knocking down the cones… “well, double or nothing” (I guess he thought he could get off the hook). She replied “OK” and proceeded to knock down more cones. Well, a couple lessons went by, and he showed up with a Hannah Montana doll dressed in tennis clothes, I’ll never forget her look of surprise. He said Sarah helped him pick it out. The kind of things kids do not forget. He would always kid and joke around with my oldest daughter as if they were brother and sister.

It has been a joy to know Joe. We thank Samantha, Little Joey, and Sarah for sharing him with us.

May God bless you and your Family in this time of sorrow.

Joe you were a good man and a kind soul. Holy buckets you will be missed, you touched many lives. TJ will never forget those 6am sessions you poured your dedication in to!
Sam, Joey and Sarah: Hold on to your Daddy and husband forever in your heart and memories and in time we pray you will find comfort in knowing he will always watch over you all. He loved you all dearly.
John, Sabrina, Patrick, Daniela, Lucas and TJ Fumagalli

Joe was one of the nicest people at Johnsburg High School; he was always laughing, had an infectious smile, was nice to everyone and in return, everyone liked him. I remember him loving tennis, which I know he still does to this day. I am happy that I was recently able to catch up with him and listen to him speak so highly of his wife and his children, and the good place he was in. My heart goes out to Joe’s wife, children, family and friends. I hope you are able to find peace at such a sad time. He will be looking down on you from heaven with that great big smile, watching over you and protecting you.

May God bless your family and give you strength and comfort. I always looked forward to Joe's positive attitude and encouragement on the courts. We're gonna miss you Joe Hogan.

What a nice guy! Joe always had the biggest smile whenever I saw him. He was always friendly, laughing, or cracking jokes. No matter what kind of "mood" I was in, Joe could get me to smile! The Hendrie family was blessed to have known Joe, and we'll miss him dearly. On behalf of myself and the rest of my family, I wish his family peace and much sympathy during this time.

Sam

Joe will be missed by many. He was an amazing human being. He has had a profound affect on Candyce as not only a tennis player but as a person.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.

Joe was one of the first people Candyce and I met when we moved to NB. He will never be forgotten.

Sherri

Sam

Joe will be missed by many. He was an amazing human being. He has had a profound affect on Candyce as not only a tennis player but as a person.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.

Joe was one of the first people Candyce and I met when we moved to NB. He will never be forgotten.

Sherri

What a sweet and caring man, that Joe Hogan. He will be greatly missed... Godspeed Joe!

Joe not only taught me the game of tennis, but over the years became a great friend to my wife and I. I will miss the days of turning into Newk's for a lesson and looking for the "Joe Mobile" sitting in the parking lot, it was a classic! Joe had a great gift for making people feel at ease and to make them laugh everytime he came around. His humor and wit(sarcasm) was infectious. I never left a lesson without a smile on my face. My hope is he looks down upon us and sees how much he was loved by many. Everytime I step onto the court, Joe and his family will be in my thoughts and prayers. He will truly be missed but never forgotten.

I will remember Joe for his almost childlike joyfulness; the sweet, goofy smile; cute/dumb jokes, regular updates on his geeky TV show, his wonderful teaching and encouragement, his kindness, his support, his willingness to put up with hoards of cranky team tennis ladies...always a pleasure to see him even if just briefly in passing by over at NEWKS; what a bright, bright light shone from him. Peace Joe

Greetings Hogan Family - John Hogan (Father of Joseph) is a great friend and co-worker of mine. Just knowing him alone lets me know that Joseph was a blessed young man. I am sending my condolences and praying for you all. John or your Family - If you need anything please let me know....Melody Cato ("Mel")

Dear Sam,
In the short four years Linda and I have known you and Joe, I can think of no better companions. Joe's personality brought joy to so many of us, tennis and non tennis players alike. In this time of sadness, please know that God must have needed a little cheering up -- or Joe would still be with us. His legacy, however, will endure in our hearts and we will be better people for that gift. Andy and Linda Davis.

Joe was a great friend, a great guy, loved his family and job and I, and so many people will miss him tremendously. Joe, thanks for being my good friend. Sam, for you and the kids my heart goes out to you, Please don't hesitate to reach out to your friends when you need us in any way to help. Remember always he is alive in heaven and you and Joey and Sarah will see him again.

To Joes Family-- I have seen you all once, and was impressed by the lovely children and wife. During our court time Joe indicated his beliefs in general and I failed to mentor this desire. Lord Jesus, Bless this Soul and deflect his sins. If I can be of any consolation for this family please contact me. Hank Melnar

Sincere sympathy,prayers and condolensces to your family..God Speed Joe

The tennis community has suffered a terrible loss with his passing. We all loved Joe and his passion, teaching, and humor in and around the tennis court. He was a #1 fan to each of us. We all have fond memories and better topspin for having been in his presence. :-) He was a jewel, and he will be missed, but not forgotten.

Thank you, Joe, for all you taught us--about tennis and about life.

And to your family...our thoughts, prayers, and support.

God Bless,

Please make donations to " Joe Hogan Memorial Fund " at any Frost Bank.

We all miss you Joe.

Mark & Cindy Grove

TO MY SWEET SAMANTHA, THE OTHER HALF OF MY JOE'S HEART...

Though I cannot imagine what you must be going through, I can only send you love and light right now. My heart overflows with empathy for you and the kids.

When Joe and I had some of our talks, He often expressed how much he loved you and wanted to be a good husband for you. Even though he had some problems sometime, he always wanted to give you his all.

I guess we'll never understand why these things happen, but I pray your love for him and the kids will grow so much during this sad time that it will carry you forward. Watch for him in your dreams, listen for his voice as you fall asleep, feel his arms around you, he is there now.

When he was in his philosophical stage (early 20's) we used to talk about things like this. He always said, if he passed, that he would do whatever necessary to let people he loved know that he was okay. He also said he always KNEW he would find the woman he would love forever and be married at 30. I said "Sure Joe, if you say so"...but he knew somehow you would be there someday. That is True Love, Soul Mates.

You are such a strong woman, in so many ways, I have always admired you for that. You were Joe's strength too.

It's ironic, Joe, you and the kids were the main reason I really wanted to come out that way. I love him so much that my heart hurts with the pain of this loss. I'm so sorry I couldn't be there, but I know that your friends and other loved ones will help you heal. If I can do anything for you, or help in any way, please ask.

Even Adam broke down sobbing, he wanted to really get to know Joe, like a male mentor, friend, uncle.. Adam never had a Dad and Joe always treated him like he was someone special. Include him in things, make him feel like he was part of something bigger..like a family. Heres a little Wordsworth poem I have always liked:

"That though the radiance which was once so bright be now forever taken from my sight. Though nothing can bring back the hour of splendor in the grass, glory in the flower. We will grieve not, rather find strength in what remains behind.
William Wordsworth

I love you Sam...my peace fill your heart ......

Aunt Lee (or just Lee) whichever you like.

TO MY SPECIAL JOEY and SARAH,
I'm feel so sad that this has happened, but Jesus must have wanted him back home for something special. I know that Grandma Moninger (his grandma) was there to meet him.

If you listen very closely when you are falling asleep or waking up,you might hear him talking to you inside your head,this is okay. This is how they talk to us from heaven. They also use our dreams to talk to us. Sometimes you will smell his aftershave or see something special that will remind you of him and that is his way of letting you know he is watching and loving you always. You might even think you see him sometime, that is okay too. He is watching over you RIGHT NOW. Close your eyes, be very quiet, and you will feel him in your heart. I miss him terribly too. Maybe, from Heaven, he can help me and Adam get to Texas now. I had a dream that he told me to come and be your "Aunt Lee" like I was to him. We really enjoyed our times together. Sleepovers, pizza nights, movie nights, camping, and lots more. We did so much together and I will treasure those time always. You can always email or call me and we can chat about anything you like. I can tell you lots of stories about Daddy.

Adam and I miss you all so much.

I LOVE YOU JOEY & SARAH !!!! When you are outside, look at the Moon and I will be looking too and it will be like we are not that far apart.

xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxo Aunt Lee

Know that I love you, and if there is anything you need at all, all you have to do is give me a call.
Joe was a great guy and he will be missed.

Sam, Joey and Sarah - Joe was an amazing person. He was so positive and inspiring and will be missed by many. I cannot imagine your grief at losing him, but I hope you will take comfort in knowing that he brought a lot of joy to a lot of people. I only hope that we all gave him as many smiles as he gave us. Please know you are all in our prayers.

Janine Claycomb & Family

He will be missed, both on the court and off. I will always remember his encouragement, teaching, and his comments that will always be "Joe" in my memories. I am blessed to have known him and will miss him.