Charles J Hogan JR “Chuck” , 85 of Port Charlotte FL formerly of Danbury, CT. Passed away at the Douglas T. Jacobson Veterans Home. He was the Husband of Lucy (Costa) Hogan with whom he shared 41 years of marriage. Born in Brooklyn, NY on April 8th 1928, to Charles and Helen Hogan. Received B.S. Degree in marketing from the University of Miami. Served his country in the US Marine Corps for 2 years as a private First class. Chuck worked for Ford motor company for many years were he met Lucy, Married and moved to Danbury CT where they raised their children. Chuck worked for Danbury Ford and American frozen foods, he enjoyed visiting and dining with his many friends at the old “El Dorado” restaurant and the candlewood Inn. After retiring Chuck and Lucy moved to Port Charlotte, FL. He was active in his condominium association as President. Then as a well loved resident of the Veterans Home; he was also an Advocate for the residents and staff. He was treated with kindness and loved like family by everyone there. Chuck is survived by his children: Paul Hogan of Poulsbo WA; Kevin Hogan and his wife, Jill also of Poulsbo, WA, and Regina (Hogan) D’Amico and her husband Jack of Port Charlotte, FL., Mary Rountree of San Carlos, California. Also surviving are his 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
There will be a visitation Friday , April 4th 6:00 PM to 8:00 pm at Roberson Funeral Home in Port Charlotte FL. A funeral service and military honors will be held 11:00am on Saturday April 5, 2014 at Restlawn Memorial Gardens in Port Charlotte. Friends may visit on-line at www.robersonfh.com to sign the memorial book and extend condolences to the family. Arrangements are by Roberson Funeral Home Port Charlotte Chapel.