Billy “Bill” Hogan, 80 of New Hope passed away at his home on Saturday, May 17. Bill was born on June 27, 1944.
A beloved Dad and Poppy to his children and grandchildren, he enjoyed family get togethers if it involved food and storytelling.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents John and Nannie B. Smith Hogan, sisters JoAnn Hogan Whitmire, Mary Frances Hogan Brown and Nancy Hogan Hamrick, brother Charlie (Muscles) Hogan, nephew Jason Dempsey and brother-in-law Larry McCallister.
Bill is survived by his love of 24 years Sherry Phillips of Rossville, GA, children Susan Phillips and Steven Hogan of Red Bank, TN and Marty (Sheryl) Lockhart of Auburn, GA, grandchildren Ashlee (Peyton) Maxwell of Ringgold, GA Austin Phillips of Red Bank, TN and Dakota Lockhart and Shianne (Brent) Couch of Auburn, GA, sisters Barbara Sue McCallister of Kimball, Yvonne (George) Hughes of Hixson, TN, Lisa (Larry) Dempsey of New Hope, Kathy (Steve) Stevens of Kimball, several nieces and nephews, as well as his faithful canine companions Alpha, Toby, Trooper and Harley.
Prior to owning and operating his own business, Bill was a member of the Teamsters and was employed by Tennessee Carolina Transport. He then followed his dream and proudly owned and operated Hogan Body Shop, where he spent countless hours restoring vehicles.
Among his many passions, he earned a brown belt in Bando, the traditional Burmese martial art, exemplifying his lifelong commitment to personal growth, discipline and inner peace. His commitment to discipline and loyalty extended to his beloved German Shepherds Trace and Alpha, who he trained through obedience school. Bill helped coach the Royal Aces, a softball team in Chattanooga, taking them to the ASA National Fastpitch tournament in Boulder, Colorado. He was a talented billiards player who found joy in the challenge of tournament play. Bill also enjoyed gardening and sharing the fruits of his labor with family and friends.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, May 22 at 3 p.m. in the South Pittsburg Chapel of Rogers Funeral Home, with Pastor Roger Webb who officiated.
Visitation was also held on Thursday, May 22, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. prior to the funeral service in the chapel.
Bill was laid to rest in New Hope Cemetery beside his parents.
The family wishes to express their sincere thanks and appreciation for the care provided by Heather, Paige and Jennifer of Hospice of Chattanooga.
Arrangements were entrusted to Rogers Funeral Home, South Pittsburg Chapel, 400 Laurel Ave, South Pittsburg, Tennessee 37380 (423) 837-7176.
The Marion Tribune – May 22, 2025
