Liam Hogan from Rochfortbridge, Co Westmeath, died suddenly on Thursday. The dad-of-four died just over a month after his father Colm Snr passed away on Christmas Eve
A devastated family have paid tribute to a ‘one in a million’ dad-of-four who tragically died earlier this week.
Liam Hogan, from Rochfortbridge, Republic of Ireland, died “unexpectedly” on Thursday, a death notice confirmed. The notice states that Liam “will be forever missed and always remembered by his devastated family, his partner Shaunna, his cherished children who were the apple of his eye, Jarad, Saoirse, Éabha and Tadhg, his heartbroken mother Mag, sisters Kerrie, Sarah and Fiona, brothers Seán, Paddy, Darren and Michael, his adored nieces and nephews Amy, Alisha, Maison, Ciara, Kayla, Ruby, Alfie, Jason, Faye, Tyler, Harper, Abi and Noah, grand-nephew Marley, brothers-in-law Alan and David, sisters-in-law Amy, Jenny and Ciara, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, his best buddies Paul, Ian and Wayne, wonderful neighbours and a wide circle of friends”.
This marks the second heartbreak the Hogan family have endured in just over a month, after Liam’s father Colm Snr died on Christmas Eve.
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Liam’s unexpected death has shattered his loved ones, with his sister Kerrie sharing an emotional tribute to her brother on social media, reports the Irish Mirror.
“We have to say goodbye to another one of our beautiful brothers, our hearts will never beat the same love you Liam Hogan,” she posted. Friends and family have taken to the internet to share heartfelt tributes to Liam, with one individual posting: “Rest in Peace my lovely cousin Liam. We’ll hold our memories of you close and your kind and loving nature will never be forgotten. Sending all our love and strength to Auntie Mag, our cousins and Liam’s family.”
Another friend wrote: “It is with heartfelt condolences to mag and all the family. Liam a true gentleman may Liam rest in peace with his Dad and brother Colm so so sorry for all the family.”
A third person said: “Thinking of Shauna and the kids and the Hogan family at this horrible time. Liam you were one in a million always making people smile and laugh you’re going to be missed pal. May you rest easy and my god give you the best bed in heaven.”
One of Liam’s colleagues said: “I am deeply saddened to hear of Liam’s passing. He was truly the best colleague I ever worked with-kind, genuine, and respected by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. His warmth and integrity left a lasting mark on all of us. Sleep tight, Liam. My sincere condolences to the Hogan family during this difficult time.”
While an old schoolmate of Liam’s said: “Sending my deepest condolences to all of Liam’s family, and friends. He was always a warm, gentle and funny character throughout our school years. He will be remembered for his great wit and even greater sense of humour. May he rest in peace.”
