Thomas Hogan, age 87

of Quincy

Thomas Hogan, age 87

Thomas Hogan, age 87, a longtime resident of Quincy, died peacefully, Wednesday, March 19, 2025 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Tom was born in Cambridge, to the late Thomas J. and Mary F. (Murray) Hogan. Raised and educated in North Cambridge, he was a graduate of the former Saint John’s High School in Cambridge, Class of 1955. He lived in Quincy for twenty-seven years, previously in South Boston for eighteen years.

Tom was proud to have served in the United States Marine Corps.

He was employed as a ramp service agent for the former Eastern Airlines for thirty years.

Tom and his wife, Joyce, were people of faith, and oriented towards helping others. Tom was an active member of the Lions Club International, My Brother’s Keeper, and the Cursillo Movement. He was a parishioner of Saint Agatha Parish in Milton. He was also a supervisor on bus tours from the former Celebration Tours in Marina Bay.

Tom and Joyce were world travelers. He was an avid Boston sports fan and loved the beach.

Beloved husband for thirty-one years of Joyce M. (Donahue) Hogan.

Devoted father of Cynthia M. DeMeo and her husband James of Natick, Thomas J. Hogan and his wife Ellen of Wilmington, and Carol A. Hogan and her husband Robert Latwas of Pembroke.

Loving grandfather of Nicholas, Stephanie, and Joseph DeMeo; Sara, Jessica, and Thomas Hogan; Drew and Erin Latwas.

Former husband of the late Marilyn Cooke.

The last of seven siblings, he was predeceased by Mary Dillon, Michael Hogan, Helen Hogan, Nancy Edwards, Beatrice Desmond, and Patricia Joyce.

Dear brother-in-law of Marilyn T. Powers and her husband Peter of Hillsboro, N.H., Jay Donahue, Jr. and Mymie of Boston, Frederick W. Donahue, Jr. and his wife Cindy of Quincy, and Brian J. Donahue and his wife Lori of Mineola, N.Y.

Tom is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and their families.

Visiting Hours will be held at the Sweeney Brothers Home for Funerals, 1 Independence Avenue, Quincy, on Wednesday, March 26, from 4 – 7 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Saint Agatha Parish, 432 Adams Street, Milton, on Thursday, March 27, at 10:30 a.m. The Mass will be livestreamed at https://vimeo.com/1068915221. Interment, with military honors, to follow at Pine Hill Cemetery, West Quincy.

For those who wish, donations in Tom’s memory may be made to the Holy Cross Fathers Retreat House – Cursillo, 490 Washington Street, North Easton, MA 02356.

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  • Tom was one of the luckiest men I know. He had enormous amount of faith. A great family. Terrific friends. From all walks of life.

    But I think, the most important person in his life. Other than God. Was his wife Joyce. Together they were one. One hell of a couple. That did a lot for us all and never asked for anything, but our friendship. And that my friends, I would call the real deal. We love you Tom, may you rest in peace, God bless.

  • Dear Joyce and family,
    Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

    Paula Bonomi DiCesare

  • Pater and I so sorry to learn of Tom’s passing. Joyce and family Tom was one of best he will be well missed.💙

  • Dear Joyce and Hogan family,

    I will always remember Tom and Joyce and the many celebrations at their home in Quincy, where food and happiness were available continuously during any holiday season or birthday celebration.
    Peace and prayers during this difficult time.

    Kathy (Desmond)and Richard Rock
    Vero Beach, Fl.

  • Sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Joyce and family, You are in tm thoughts and prayers.

  • Dearest Joyce,
    My heart is with you during these early days of loss and sorrow. Although separated by miles, you are close to me in spirit. Hugs and prayers, Lois

  • Tom was always a gentleman, kind and funny, loved family, friends and food! all of us who had the privilege of knowing him, we will deeply miss him and at the same time we ask God to give Joyce the peace and strength to understand this difficult time! Tom we love you! Santiago & Kimmy Villanueva (†) PS for sure Tom is cooking his famous chicken wings in heaven!

  • Deepest sympathies for Hogan family,great memories with uncle Tommy growing up with family gatherings

  • Joyce,

    My deepest sympathy. You and Tom, such people of faith. I pray and believe it will comfort you in this difficult time.

    Tom

  • So saddened to hear the passing of my uncle Tommy. My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with his children (Cindy, Tommy and Carol) and all his grandchildren. Wishing Joyce and her entire family comfort and peace at this time. God Bless. Lisa Desmond

  • Dear Joyce my deepest condolences
    I’m praying for you and your family
    God is with you

  • My deepest condolences to all Tom’s friends and family. My parents were from West Quincy and years later, when I became good friends with Carol Hogan, I enjoyed hearing tales of the old neighborhood. They don’t make them like Tom and “old Quincy” anymore. May he rest in peace.

    Lauren Salters Gillenwater

  • Dear Joyce I am so sorry for your loss prayers 🙏 for you and your family.

  • Tom’s strength and serenity helped so many people. As a couple, Tom and Joyce showed all who knew them what devoted love and service could be.

  • …. Joyce …. May the Peace of the Lord be Always with you ….

    ” Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of Your love …… Send forth Your Spirit and they shall be created, and You shall renew the face of the earth “

  • Tom’s smile lit up the room and warmed our hearts. He will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

    Warmest condolences.
    JoEllen and Marius

  • My Dear Joyce,

    Your are in my Thoughts and Prayers at this difficult time. Tom was a wonderful man and you both a great couple. Keep the memories close to your heart and hold on to them. As Tom passes thru the Beautiful Gates of Heaven, all of us will keep him in our hearts forever. Ned is waiting for you Tom.
    RIP Tom

  • Dear Joyce – I just learned of Tom’s passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. Keep all your good memories close in your heart and remember that your “old” West Quincy friends are praying for you. Love, Weezie