Avis de décès de John Hoggan - Nécrologie - MesAieux.com

HOGGAN, John Edward Franklin On December 29, 2007 John Edward Franklin Hoggan passed away after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's at the age of 79 years in Edmonton, Alberta with his beloved wife Jean and son Mark at his side. "Frank" was born in Dawson City, Yukon, the third generation of Hoggan Yukoners. He worked on the gold dredges on the Yukon River with his dad Johnny, before going on to graduate from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks with Civil and Mining Engineering Degrees. It was there that he met the love of his life Jean. Frank and Jean were married in Fairbanks and went on to raise four children in Edmonton. It was there that Frank enjoyed a successful career as a Civil Engineer with his firm Hoggan Engineering and Testing. Frank's expertise in permafrost took him to numerous remote communities across Canada's north as well as many areas "south of 60". Having captained the University of Alaska's hockey team, Frank continued his love for the game by coaching minor hockey in Southwest Edmonton. He also coached baseball and was an avid boater and fisherman. In retirement, Frank enjoyed spending time on his boat, the "Sea Jeannie" or relaxing in Sun City, Az. Frank is survived by his wife Jean, children Kristine (Guy), Kay (Neil), John (Debbie) and Mark; grandchildren Michael, Becky, Haley, Andy, Markie and Natalie; His sister Peggy (Gordon) Tubman. Memorial Service Saturday, January 5, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at Richmond Park Church 9340-69 Avenue Edmonton, AB. Donations in memory of Frank can be made to the Alzheimer Society 10531 Kingsway Avenue Edmonton, AB T5H 4K1. Condolences www.serenity.ca Serenity Funeral Service, Edmonton, 450-0101. Your Community Owned Not For Profit Funeral & Cremation Provider.