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EDWARD JOSEPH HOGAN (Age 55)
Of Leesburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family and in the arms of his beloved wife, on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at INOVA Fairfax Hospital from an unexpected complication from surgery. Edward was born on March 7, 1961 in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Edward married Sharon Hill Owens Hogan on August 3, 2002, at Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Edward attended Miami of Ohio University. He is best known for his participation and the success of HBI Priority Freight. Edward was well-respected in the air cargo transportation industry and served in numerous capacities in several national and international professional organizations. His fiery brand of management became somewhat of a legend within the industry, as he was known as much for his plain talk as he was for his big heart and gratitude toward his associates and contemporaries throughout. Following the sale of HBI, Edward ventured to Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina where he invested in rental homes and the restaurant known as The Pelican's Perch. After five years in Ocean Isle Beach, he relocated to Leesburg, Virginia in January 2016. He leaves behind his wife, Sharon Hogan; son, Alec Owens; parents, COL USA(Ret.) Thomas J. and Florence Hogan; three brothers, Michael (Judy) Hogan, Daniel Hogan and Timothy (Priscilla) Hogan; three sisters, Amy (Joseph) Paratore, Karen (Curtiss) White and Julie Hogan; 15 nieces and nephews, and three great nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his brother, Stephen Hogan.A visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., on Thursday, October 13 at Colonial Funeral Home in Leesburg, Virginia. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, October 14 at 1:30 p.m., at St. John's Catholic Church in Leesburg, Virginia. The family wishes to thank the compassionate doctors, nurses and staff who cared for Edward at both INOVA Loudon and INOVA Fairfax Hospitals. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Ed Hogan ECMO Fund at INOVA Health Foundation, 8110 Gatehouse Rd Suite 200E, Falls Church, VA 22046, attention Kirstin McArthur.www.colonialfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for EDWARD HOGAN
Julie Hogan
October 3, 2019
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithfully departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace! Love you and miss you so much Ed Julie
Love you, Karen
October 18, 2016
Hey big brother! I miss you already. My heart is broken. Though I have no doubt where you are; though I have no doubt you're in a better place, l selfishly wish I had more time with you here. Say Hi to Steve for us. Until we meet again...
Julie Hogan
October 17, 2016
My brother, My friend...you will be missed so very, very much. Your infectious smile, your sense of humor, your generosity, and your big heart defined your character, who you truly are. I will be saddened daily you are not here with us, but You will forever be with me and in my heart.
As it turns out Brother, the many years of putting up with your pranks, I now have fond memories and a closet full of your t-shirts and sweatshirts. I will Love you always !
Dan McMahon
October 13, 2016
Ed, You will be missed.... your laugh, your love of life and your love for Sharon is a true inspiration. Thank you and Sharon for your wonderful friendship to Connie and I over the years. To Sharon and all who were close to Ed, my deepest sympathies for your loss. I'll miss my American friend.
Alfonso Munevar
October 13, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 13, 2016
Thinking of your family at th is sad time.
all of us at McCabe World Travel
Scott Northern
October 13, 2016
I cant believed this news Ed you where one of a kind enjoy the Time together may you Rest in Peace Brother!
Connie Amyotte
October 13, 2016
Sharon, Alec, Florence and the Colonel, and all of Ed's brothers and sisters...may God bless our Ed as I know He will and my sincere condolences to each and every one of you. Today's tender thoughts of Ed's smile, his laugh and his kind ways will blossom into treasured memories of him tomorrow. It is with love, friendship and the fondest of feelings that I will remember our Edward forever. To my dear and great friend, Sharon, you are loved so very much. Stay strong, gf. Your Canadian friend, Connie
Johnita Wilson-Dillard
October 12, 2016
Ed, I owe my start in the freight industry to you and your brothers. Thank you for the opportunity and the great memories! May you rest in Peace. Sharon, hang on tight to the many memories and God bless you and your family.
Eric Brown
October 12, 2016
Ed was a chief mentoring officer chosen by God to lead many men and women into their respective battles. He provided a landscape for people to create, he provided an arc for people to float on and he always thought of new ways to do things. He was an ever-changing agent, a soldier, a lover, a fighter and most of all a blessing to everyone he came into contact with. Ed literally had an impact on everything he was around. He was a deep deep thinker, a compiler, and a wrangler of sorts. There are very few people who've met Ed Hogan and failed to recall him later on; either by his dashing good looks, his infamous voice, the wisdom he shared freely, or by his swagger. I would venture to say his swagger hooked you first, then his voice, then his wisdom. I'll miss you like a fat kid misses cake Ed. Thank you for all that you did and will continue to do for us. I'll see in the next life my friend.
Misty Sarvis
October 11, 2016
Ed, I can't believe that you are really gone. You had such a larger than life personality. I know that you didn't waste a single day. I am thankful that you found someone as wonderful as Sharon to spend your life with. You will be missed but we will see you again. I was lucky to have known you and you won't be forgotten.
Barbara and Ernie Sines
October 11, 2016
With deepest sympathy and condolences to you and yours. Hold the precious memories of Ed close to your heart always. God bless you always.
Leon Hill
October 11, 2016
Thank you for providing such love, joy and FUN TIMES to my 'little sister' Sharon and nephew Alec. I will so much miss the playful banter and joking between you and Sharon. I will miss the family times, of which there weren't enough. I will miss the talks about life, business and politics. I will miss the cookouts. I will miss the sound of your voice, the firm handshake & your humor. Thanks for all you did. Glad to have known you.
Ann Weaver
October 11, 2016
You were one of a kind. I will always remember your voice and the day you introduced Sharon as your wife. Who knew. My thoughts and continued prayers are with all the family. May you rest in peace.
Jerry & Jeanine Craig
October 11, 2016
You & your entire family are in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. May God grant you peace and heal your broken heart.
Libby Flynn
October 11, 2016
Ed,
You were a great Boss and Mentor, I value everything I learned from you. But it's the kind heart and willingness to give people second chances and believing in them when they don't believe in themselves that makes everyone love and respect you. What a wonderful angel you will be.
Love and prayers to Sharon and your entire family.
Donna Caton
October 11, 2016
From the 1st time I met you I knew you would be Hell on Wheels... You had such a joy for life and made people smile just by smiling. You will be missed by all who knew you.
Rick Morrison
October 11, 2016
There never was a bigger dreamer than Ed. He had a vision for business that was truly amazing. There are many of us in the Transportation Industry that owe a lot to Ed, he taught us how to be strong, dedicated, and never willing to say we can't do that. He will be truly missed and I will be forever grateful for what he taught me. Rest in peace till the day we meet you on the other side.
Mike & Tricia McMahon
October 11, 2016
Thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Gabriel Stanziano
October 11, 2016
Ed,
You were a pioneer in the business and get competitor. May you rest in peace and help the angels with any of the logistics problems.
Boyd & Kim Long
October 10, 2016
Ed - there are no words which describe what you meant to all of us. You truly are one of a kind and Boyd and I are lucky at having known you. You will forever stay in our hearts.
Ed at his 50th birthday party
Amy & Joe Paratore
October 10, 2016
Ed, you never waited for life to come to you, you brought life to wherever you went. And no one ever did it with more vigor, playfulness and charm - all at the same time! There is not a strong enough way to say we will miss you. Our prayers and our love go out to you Sharon, to our family, and to all those that were fortunate to ever know Ed. Peace be with you brother.
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