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Margaret Hogan Obituary

Hogan, Margaret Eileen (nee Troka) Suddenly, 55, of Glenview, cherished wife of Hon. Michael J.; loving mother of Mick and Bridget Ieronimo; beloved stepmother of Michael J. Hogan Jr., Timothy L. (Lindsey) Hogan, and Molly (Timothy) Barnes; devoted grandmother "Marky" of Charlotte Barnes; darling sister of Beth (Michael Russell) Atkins, Catherine (Robert) Cerone, and the late James D. Troka; loving and fun aunt of many nieces and nephews; special friend of Bailey. When her daughter Bridget was born, Margaret created the foundation for Nager & Miller Syndromes, to aid and connect families whose children were affected with these rare conditions. Her high school alma mater awarded her with the Regina Dominican Alumni Medal of Honor. Her beautiful face and loving spirit will be missed by everyone who had the privilege to know her. Funeral from Simkins Funeral Home, 6251 Dempster St., Morton Grove, IL 60053 Friday at 9:30 a.m. to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Mass at 10:00 a.m. Cremation private. Visitation Thursday 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Foundation for Nager and Miller Syndromes, 13200 SE 342nd St., Auburn, WA 98092 or fnms.net appreciated. Sign online guest book at www.simkinsfh.com. (847)965-2500



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 27, 2015.

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Karen Vanderveen

May 21, 2020

Margaret, we love and cherish you! You are dearly missed! xoxo

May 22, 2019

We'll always remember the laughs, tears and conversations that were shared between us. You were such a warm and encouraging soul that we were very lucky to have in our lives!!! We always still talk and think about you. You are always in our hearts. We miss you Margaret!

love,
Karen, Alex, Kaedin, Kelson xoxoxoxo

Fun times with Margaret! We love you forever! Debbie, Heather, and Logan

Debbie Jorde

May 21, 2019

Dearest Margaret, We think of you often with much love and miss you! We love you forever! Sending love to your precious family!

Jeff Comeau

May 21, 2019

Mike and family; deepest condolences on your loss.

Debbie Jorde

July 22, 2015

Margaret, Every time I see a monarch butterfly, which seems to be everyday since you left, I think of you with love and wonderful memories. Sending love and peace to your family.

Harlena Morton

July 21, 2015

Missing the phenomenal woman who changed my life on a personal and professional level. Thankful to have wonderful memories. Miss and love you Margaret Hogan!

Henning Meier

July 7, 2015

The paths of our lives met only once, 1998 at the Vancouver-meeting. That was enough to make her unforgettable. Margaret was one of those few people you get to meet that leave you feeling blessed to have met them.
Henning Meier, the "translator" for the Bednareks, Germany

Amelia and Tony Bracamontes

June 17, 2015

Margaret is remembered by us as a wonderful lady who made us feel so special as a part of FNMS. We will be forever blessed for meeting such a treasure on earth and we know God has received her as His angel in heaven. We pray for her family and the FNMS family. Forever in our hearts. Tony & mom

Donna Mau

June 1, 2015

Cathy and Families,please accept our sincere sympathy on the loss of your sister Margaret. We will pray for her family and yours. Donna Lorenzini Mau and Linda Leoni and Families

Loretta Tamba

June 1, 2015

Mike, Mick, Bridget and Beth, whom I've known best. Our Nager/Miller Meetings will never be quite the same. Margaret has always been filled with such enthusiasm,a contagious smile, and willing to love and care for each one of our children and family members, as if they were the only one with a need. She was a true servant of God.We are so greatful for her work. Lucas's grandma.

May 30, 2015

All our condolences to Mike & the kids.
Sue & I will be praying for Margaret
Rich & Sue Farrell

Rose Kus

May 30, 2015

Close your eyessee Margaret's light and feel her warm embrace. May peace journey back home in your heartsnow, and always.
May we all be kind to each other.
Blessings,
The Kus Family

*True Blue Heart* of FMNS 1992

Gregory Reynolds

May 29, 2015

dear Margaret

the answers seemed so difficult to find
until your loving mission came to mind
you challenged science, asking for insight
and suddenly a darkness turned to bright

then one by one by one you lifted souls
you held us close and gifted us with goals
you saw our faces brighter than we knew
so many of our smiles come from you

what you accomplished is a monument
to life itself, your love is heaven sent
you shared with us your purpose, made us see
we're not alone and we will never be

there's no more fitting tribute to you than
"you've always cared more than a person can."

Colleen Cuisinier

May 29, 2015

We would like to express our sympathies to all of the family members. Margaret was a beautiful person with a warm and wonderful smile. Colleen and Pat Cuisinier

A Special Friend

May 29, 2015

May all your happy memories of Margaret comfort and shine upon you during this difficult time.

Diane Adam

May 29, 2015

Mike, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Margaret's funeral Mass was truly a celebration of her life. The beautiful readings & petitions were proclaimed by those who loved her. Fr. Watts faith filled Mass and love of Margaret in his homily shined through. The music sung by the renowned Irish singer Catherine O'Connell must have made Margaret's heart leap for joy in heaven. I am sure she sighed with joy having her loving friends carry her casket. I have never been to a standing room only funeral in such a large church as OLPH. That is a testimony to the character and strong faith Margaret and you shine forth for all of us to witness. Our love to you. Diane Adam

May 29, 2015

I am keeping you all in my prayers and at Mass in this time of sorrow and loss.

Fr.Grogan

May 29, 2015

Deepest sympathy to the Troka family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peggy Roppolo (Joan's cousin)

Cristina Gonzalez

May 29, 2015

Dear Family, Margaret was a blessing for all our family, she was an outstanding woman, always loving and caring, God bless you, hasta siempre amiga, Gonzalez Family

May 29, 2015

The Hogans and Ieronimos are in our prayers.
John and Mary Doherty

May 29, 2015

Judge Hogan my heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. My prayers are with you always.
Kathy Davis

May 29, 2015

My deepest condolences to you, Judge, and to your family. Sincerely,

John Alexiades and the Originals Hair Salon Staff.

May 28, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your families at this time.
John and Colleen Washburn

May 28, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Troka, Ieronimo and Hogan families.
Rosemary and Jim Hughes

Tom Brady

May 28, 2015

Mike, I am so sorry. I just heard- Sam told me today. Please accept my sincere condolences. My heart goes out to you and the kids

May 28, 2015

Dear Mike, Beth, Cathy, and Families,
We will remember Margaret as a vibrant, warm, loving woman. At this time of sorrow, we hold you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
The Ballards

jennifer shane and sedona casey

May 28, 2015

margaret was always so sweet and kind. she did make you feel special everytime you talked to her . saved my sedona a few times too.

Michael Halloran

May 28, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Gods Speed.
The Halloran's.

May 28, 2015

Dear Beth, Cathy and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Margaret's passing. She was one awesome lady, as I learned when I interviewed her decades ago. Please know that she and you are in my prayers.
Kathleen Burke

May 28, 2015

No one can prepare you for a loss; it comes like a swift wind. But take comfort in knowing that she is now resting in the arms of our Lord. Our deepest condolences to the Troka, Ieronimo and Hogan families.
Jerry and Pam Mylin

May 28, 2015

Our heartfelt condolences to the Troka/Hogan families. Margaret was a beautiful being and touched the lives of many people through her generous and loving spirit. We will miss her dearly.

The Konowalchuk family (Vancouver, Canada)

Wendi Sloane

May 27, 2015

Mike, my deepest condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Charles Wrenn

May 27, 2015

Our deepest sympathy, you are all in our thoughts and prayers, Charlie and Dawn Wrenn

May 27, 2015

Shannon and my thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time

Tim Cavanagh

May 27, 2015

Mike, Deepest sympathies from the Cavanagh family. You introduced Margaret to me at several legal events. She had a warmth to her that was very evident from speaking with her. We are very saddened by your loss. Stacey and I have you in our thoughts and prayers.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

May 27, 2015

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Margaret will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 14 JUN, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: or 312/738-7588]

May 27, 2015

Beth,
Margaret will fly the highest, and shine the brightest~and without a doubt, she'll be smiling and dancing over us all!
Heaven has opened its arms to a new angel..."kata ton daimona eaytoy".
Glen and Mimi

Barbara Bell

May 27, 2015

To my fellow dog lover, I truly wish I could have gotten to know you better. You were a special lady who be missed by many! I pray for you and for all those who will miss you!

May 27, 2015

My condolences to the family. May God comfort you during this distressing time. 2Cor 1:4

Al Durkin

May 27, 2015

Michael, my sincerest condolences to you and your families. I was shocked when I heard the news of Margaret's sudden passing. May the warm memories you have from the all to brief time together provide some comfort during this difficult time.

Debbie Jorde

May 27, 2015

May your family be surrounded by loving friends and wrapped in the peaceful arms of angels to help comfort you during this sad time. Dear Margret was a loving, thoughtful, amazing woman. I feel honored and privileged to have known her and benefited from her love. Her spirit lives on in all of us who know her and through the Foundation for Nager Syndromes. She is missed already. Sending all of you, her dear family, love and prayers.

Lisa, Jon & Samantha Henschel

May 27, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tragic time. I will always remember Aunt Meg's smiling face and welcoming disposition. So sorry for your loss.

May 27, 2015

Sadness fills the air of all your friends and family. My deepest sympathies to the Troka, Ieronimo and Hogan families. Margaret you are very missed.
Bob Olson

Connie Molland

May 27, 2015

I only had the chance to meet Margaret recently and was immediately warmed by her very kind and loving personality. Marshall NC will miss her!

May 27, 2015

Our deepest condolences to the Hogan/Troka family. Margaret will be remembered most by her infectious smile and the love she showed to everyone she met. Margaret always made everyone feel special. You will be deeply missed Margaret, but will be in our thoughts always. Melody & Jim Sadleir

May 27, 2015

A very sad day-Our Thoughts and Prayers are with family and friends during this difficult time. May the memories of Meg help you find peace. The Osmanski Family

May 27, 2015

Our hearts are broken at the loss of our special friend, Margaret, who we met in Budapest on our wonderful trip 5 years ago. Margaret and Mike became our traveling partners for many fun adventures. Margaret was an amazing woman who I greatly admired. A great loss to her family and friends.

Gina Spencer

May 27, 2015

I knew Meg from Queen of all Saints, and Regina, and then reconnected with her in later life right she had bridget I would stop and say hello at her home, or Id see her on bike rides. She was always always the most positive , uplifting, bubbly person. Always smiling, and such a beautiful person. Any one that came across her in life, would surely say they loved her. She will bw so missed by many. My condolences to her family.

Carla Perry

May 27, 2015

Our loving thoughts and care are with you all at this very sad time. Margaret was a very special lady who will be deeply missed. The Perry Family, New Zealand

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May 26, 2015

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