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Gaven James Edward HOGAN

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Betts Funeral Services Limited

33 North Street

Timaru, Canterbury

Gaven HOGAN Obituary

Gav has raised his last glass.
He left us on November 9, 2025, aged 77, leaving a massive gap in our lives. Now at peace, with his beloved wife Linda and son Phillip. G was an awesome Dad and father-in-law to Amanda and Kevin, Blair, Cerys, Phill (deceased) and Nikki, Kim and Daniel. The old man will be sorely missed by his grandchildren Cooper, Leah, Nel, Amber, Callum and Teifi. His absence at the table is also felt by his large extended family of Michael, Ray and Wendy, Margaret and Dennis, Kay and Ian, Heather, and their children, along with his Kawa Kawa cousins. His warm heart and legendary hospitality will be forever missed, but celebrated one more time. At his request, there will be no funeral. Instead we'll gather for a celebration of his life at 2.00pm on Friday, November 14, at his home. G will join us for one final toast at 3.00pm. Messages to the Hogan family, c/o PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.


Published by Timaru Herald on Nov. 12, 2025.

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Anne-Marie Brophy and Sue Millar

November 20, 2025

At rest now with Lindy Lou. A thorough gentleman, and a joy to work with.
Sincere condolences to his family.
From his workmates at Timaru Telephone Exchange

Jillian Davies (nee Leishman)

November 19, 2025

So sad to hear of Gaven's passing. Condolences to your family members.
A thorough gentleman full of fun and laughter when we worked together in the Telephone exchange, always helpful. Loved the way you used to iron your own shirts, wore the sleeves folded just the right way .. do a great job dont I he would say. Nice to have known you. You're now with your soulmate, Linda, and son. RIP

Joy Murdoch

November 18, 2025

Very sad to read you have left us Gav. Lots of fabulous memories of telephone exchange days work dos and parties till the early hours or in your case straight to work in your suit once at least. Our friendship lasted a long time... even if we did not see each other for a while when we did we carried on where we left off. Your laughter, hospitality and presence will be be deeply missed. Thoughts and love to all your family and Heather. Friends forever

Kath taylor

November 15, 2025

Sorry to hear about Gav's passing he was a good workmate and friend

Ngaire Whytock

November 15, 2025

Linda and Gavin were a great couple ,very hospitable and totally supportive of each other. I had the greatest respect for them both and offer my condolences to their family.Ngaire Whytock ex manager at Margaret Wilson complex

Lynda & John Davies

November 14, 2025

To the Hogan Family
Shocked to hear of Gavens passing. He worked for us at Gleniti Tavern and was a valuable staff member and friend to many.
Condolences to you all.
Lynda and John Davies

Sharon Hannan. Gavin Nolan

November 14, 2025

So Sorry to hear about Gaven, Deepest Sympathy to all his Family. Sharon and Gavin

Steph Dyce

November 14, 2025

A true legend Gav, gone to be your beloved wife Kay.
Fond memories from race days at washdyke to always being in trouble workiing with you at the [email protected] true friend. Will miss you 'old man'
(Valda) Steph Dyce

Bob and Lynda morrison

November 14, 2025

Bless you Gav one of a kind. We will miss you mate

Jo Wilkie

November 14, 2025

Gavin was always fun to work with at the Telephone Exchange. He always had a smile and a laugh, with his fun cheeky comments when seeing him on the other side of the bar. RIP

Tony kerr

November 13, 2025

Kia Kaha Gavin. You were one of the good guys.

Olive Glover nee Miller ..Bishop

November 13, 2025

So sorry to read of Gavin's passing ..my thoughts are with all his family ...he was a great workmate all those years ago in the Timaru Telephone exchange ...and man could he move ...shake rattle and Roll to that boogie music ...such a lovely smile and a fun loving guy ....RIP Gav

Tony Atwood

November 13, 2025

To the Hogan family, my sincere condolences in the sad passing of Gavan. A gentleman, and a top barman, with a ready smile and wonderful manners. Farewell Gavan, youll be missed

Glenis and Keni

November 13, 2025

To Gaves family so sad for your loss. Gave you were so great to work with, never a dull moment always service with a cheeky smile. RIP now.

Wendy Eaton

November 13, 2025

Gav you were such a sincere guy, I loved working with you, my deepest sympathies to all the family

Annaleisha Coombes

November 12, 2025

Really sad to hear of Gavs passing. Worked alongside him a number of years ago at the Doncaster Tavern. Exceptional Barman. RIP.

Wendy S

November 12, 2025

End of an era :(
So very sad to hear of Gav's passing but happy to know he will be back with Linda and Phillip
To family and friends my prayers are with you as you learn to move forward without Gav by your side
I know he will live on in your hearts as he will in mine as we remember happy memories shared
RIP Gav
Cheers

Pete and Smurf

November 12, 2025

To all the family so sad for your loss. Gav was such a great work mate in the past. The Best Bar man ever. Huge loss. R.I.P Gav xxx

Ash Hows

November 12, 2025

I have just lost a lifetime Friend from the age of 5 yrs old when we started school together at Kaikohe Primary school. He has been sincere and jovial friend throughout these years. As we have lived our lives many miles apart and did not physically see a great deal of each other over the years, we had many chats over the phone which I will miss immensely.
Jill's My sincere condolences to all of his family at this sad time.
Ash & Jill Hows

Elva Toshach

November 12, 2025

Deepest sympathy to Gav's loving family. Gav was such a lovely, kindhearted man. RIP Gav. You will be missed by many xx

Irene and Ian Condon

November 12, 2025

To Gavans Family
So sorry to read of Gavans passing, our thoughts are with you at this sad time. He was always happy to have a chat and we enjoyed our time away at the Food Festival on the West Coast with him several years ago

Sue Wilkinson

November 12, 2025

I was so very sorry to hear of Gaven´s passing - thinking of you all
Sue Wilkinson

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