James Craig Hogan of Howe, Oklahoma, passed away July 5, 2022, at the age of 72. He was born to James Houston Hogan and Christine (Gourley) Hogan at Eufaula, Oklahoma on August 11, 1949.
James spent his childhood traveling the world with his parents, his father being in the Air Force they lived overseas in England before moving back to the states to live in Humbolt, TX, before finally settling in Hitchita, OK. He joined the Army at the age of 17 and proudly served his country for 22 years with 7 years spent in Vietnam. After multiple marriages he settled in Checotah, OK to raise his two sons, where he met his wife Sarah Burns. Creating a blended family of 5 children they relocated to Poteau, OK before finally moving to Howe to spend the rest of their lives together.
James loved coaching football and softball at the PARC. He was a Poteau Pirate Band Booster, driving the bus and enjoying the shows. Throughout the years many of his children, friends and loved ones would come through the door saying "Mom, Dad, I'm home". He welcomed these bonus children with open arms. He will be sorely missed.
He is survived by his wife Sarah Lynn Hogan; Daughters Cassandra Buck and husband Charles, and Marcella Arie; Sons Daniel Hogan and wife Patti, Eric Hogan and wife Kim, Frank Arie and wife Starla, 18 Grandchildren Talon Seth, Hayden, Bryson, Nakaya, Shaylynn, Jared, Joshua, Jacob, Cody, Landon, and Fallon Hogan, Areli, Victor, and Gabi Reyes, Lilly Wagner, Briscoe, Legend, and Charlie Arie; Sister Jimmy Taylor; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Jeff and Carl David; and Grandson Stacie.
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