It is with great sadness that the Stamford Fire Department announces the passing of retired Firefighter James J Hogan Sr.

James was born on August 2, 1928, passed away peacefully at the Stamford Hospital, surrounded by his family, on January 13, 2025, at the age of 96.
James, or Jim/Jimmy to his family and friends, was born and raised in Stamford and apart from a brief time in Newbern, NC, he spent his entire life here. He was the beloved son of John and Margaret (Burdwick) Hogan.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Jim’s extraordinary life was marked by resilience, love, and generosity.

James was a member of the Stamford Fire Department, retiring after forty years. His service included being awarded the Medal of Valor for rescuing an infant from a burning building in 1964. James was also a member of the U.S. Naval Reserve for four years. He was an avid sports fan, rooting for the NY Mets, UConn Girls Basketball and the New England Patriots. He was active in Stamford’s Little League as a coach and mentor. You could also always find him at the field watching his children or his grandchildren playing ball. He was their #1 fan. He also loved a good, heated political conversation from time to time.

James is survived by his children, Valerie Anderson of Indiana, Doug Hogan (Susanna) of Florida, Diane Carriero (Phil) of Stamford and Jim Hogan (PJ) of Stamford. Grandchildren, Lauren Anderson of Virginia, Abby and Kate Hogan of Stamford, and Brian Hogan of Florida. James is also survived by his brother, Michael (Lois) of California, his nieces and nephews, John Hogan (Barbara) of Ohio, Annie Bohara (Tony) of Pennsylvania, Melanie Durkee (Christina) of Florida, Rose Hogan of Washington and Max Hogan of California. He is also survived by several grandnieces and grandnephews.
Besides his parents, James was predeceased by his loving wife, Marianne (LaChapelle), his brother, John, sister-in-law, Phyllis, his nephew, Peter, and his son-in-law, Bill.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025. Friends and family may call from 9:00am to 11:00am at Cognetta Funeral Home, 104 Myrtle Avenue, Stamford, CT. Service will begin at 11:00am. Burial will follow at St. John Cemetery, Darien, CT.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in James’ name to The Stamford Hospital Foundation, 3001 Summer St, 2nd Fl, Stamford, CT 06905-4321. Stamford Hospital Foundation – Fairfield County, CT – Stamford Health.
The Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to assist the Hogan family with their arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.Cognetta.com .