Opel Hogan Obituary
Opel Hogan, 90, a beloved figure in her community, was born on July 11, 1934, in Aberdeen, Monroe County, Mississippi. She passed away peacefully on Friday, May 16, 2025, in Shannon, Lee County, Mississippi. Opel’s life was marked by deep familial bonds and a commitment to her community that will be remembered by all who knew her.
Opel was the cherished daughter of Willie Norman Sykes and Emma Wallace, both of whom have preceded her in death. She is survived by her loving family, including her son, Robert Hogan, Jr., and his wife Diane, as well as her daughters, Gloria Ann Trice and her husband Lionel, and Shirley Jean Trice and her husband Jerome. The legacy she leaves behind is one of love, strength, and resilience.
A Visitation in honor of Opel Hogan will be held on Friday, May 23, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Belle Memorial Funeral Home located at 216 Hwy 25 South, PO Box 129, Aberdeen, MS 39730. Following this, a Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, May 24, 2025, beginning at 11:00 AM at Mount Olivet Missionary Baptist Church, situated at 22304 Hwy 45 N., Aberdeen, MS 39730.
Opel’s spirit will continue to inspire those who had the privilege of knowing her, as her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends. Her dedication to family and her community remains a testament to her life’s work and the love she fostered in all her relationships.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
216 Hwy 25 South P.O. Box 129, Aberdeen, MS 39730
People and places connected with Opel
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Opel Hogan
Make a Donation
in Opel Hogan's name
How to support Opel's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Opel Hogan's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
