Benjamin Hagan

Benjamin Hagan obituary, Phoenix, AZ

Benjamin Hagan

Benjamin Hagan Obituary

Visit the Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home website to view the full obituary.

Benjamin (Ben) Westfall Hagan passed away on December 17, 2024. Ben was born on December 7, 1984 to Marianne (Westfall) and William “Fred” Hagan III. Ben grew up in Phoenix, Arizona and attended St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School, St. Mary’s Catholic High School, and the University of Arizona, where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Urban Planning. Ben loved his family dearly, and looked forward to the many gatherings. He was drawn to the dance floor at parties and always drew people in with his charismatic personality. Ben had an infectious smile and an unforgettable laugh. He was especially known for his great “bear hugs”. He had many friends and considered his cousins almost like brothers and sisters. Ben is preceded in death by his father, William “Fred” Hagan III. He is survived by his mother, Marianne Hagan and his brother, William “Freddie” Hagan IV (wife Kristen). Ben also leaves behind a large extended Westfall family. T

here will be a memorial service for Ben on Saturday, January 18, 2024, at 11:00 am at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home. 

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home

4800 East Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85018

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