Thomas P. Cogan, "Tom", age 74, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully at Woodstock Health and Rehabilitation Center Thursday, May 14th, 2009. Born in Albany, NY, on May 14, 1935, he was the son of the late John H. and Edith (Leek) Cogan. He was educated in the schools of Albany; he graduated from Albany Academy and University of Vermont with a Bachelor of Science Degree. In August 1974, he came to Kenosha to make his home. From 1952 until 1960 he was in the United States Navy, as a Quarter Master 3rd Class. On July 1, 1956, he married Carol Hall in Windsor, VT. He was employed as a teacher at Albany Academy in Albany. He also worked in Kenosha at Harmony Hall (S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A., Inc.) from 1974 until 1985. Tom was an avid Chicago Bears fan and Chicago Cubs fan. Surviving are his wife, Carol of Kenosha; three sons, John (Deborah) Cogan of Newport, VT, Patrick Cogan of Milton, VT, and James (Sheila) Cogan of Kenosha; two daughters, Mary (Darrel) Carl and Carolyn (William) Preston, both of Kenosha; and his five grandchildren, Crystal, Danielle, Leah, Gabrielle and Robert. Tom was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Elizabeth Joy Mundy, and a brother, John Cogan, Jr. A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 18th, at Plymouth Congregational Church, 1411-25th Avenue, Kenosha, at 6:00 p.m. Friends may gather at the church on Monday from 5:00 p.m. until time of service. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Plymouth Congregational Church appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Tom’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
John McClintock
May 18, 2009
Dear Carol,I am sorry to hear of your and the children's loss of Tom. I returned to the Delmar area to work at the Academy as archivist two years ago. One of the first things I wanted to do was recognize Tom's achievements with the Milit-Aires and Privat-Aires. I found a tape from 1965 and put the songs up on my new archives website: www.archivesandcollections.org/archives/audios.cfm. I have been meaning to talk to you and Tom about the past. Just last week, I finished a slide show of the history of all the sports: there was Tom again, first captain of the first wrestling team. I have missed the chance to talk with him, but I shall see to it that the school and his former students will always have the opportunity to reconnect in a small way. I miss him and miss the good days spent with you and Tom.John
David P. Cogan
May 17, 2009
Prayers & Love to my midwest family. I,m very saddened to hear of Uncle Toms passing. Been a rough year out there. I have very fond memories , I will miss him a lot. He reminded me of Dad ,and that was always comforting. Uncle Tom always treated me like one of his own. Isn`t that what great Uncle`s do ? I LOVE YOU ALL !
Winters Family
May 16, 2009
Mr. C will surely be missed. He will always be considered our adopted dad. We will cherish the memories we have of him, especially those of us camping together at Brush Creek. We love you, Mrs. C, Mari, Darrel, Carolyn, Bill, John, Debbie, Jamie, Sheila, Pat, Crystal, Danielle, Leah, Robb and Gabby.
Charlotte Calhoun
May 15, 2009
Dear Carol and Family:I was sorry to read of the new journey Tom took yesterday, although I believe it it is a joyous journey for him. I was immediately reminded of my own parents, Kenneth and Mary, because Tom was so much like my father. Both were quiet, sensitive and intelligent men who were devoted to family, church and country. They had a keen sense of humor and their grandchildren were intrigued by them! Unfortunately, both men suffered debilitating illnesses and were gone too soon from us.I know you will miss Tom, but I also know that eventually you will smile as you remember the good times you had with him. He will watch over you; his gentle spirit will come to you when you need him, as my father's spirit did.Sincerely,Charlotte