Russell Dale Hogan, Jr.

Russell Dale Hogan, Jr., 76, of Republic, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2019, at Birch Point, in Springfield, with his family by his side. He was born on Oct. 2, 1942, in Cotter, Ark., the son of Russell and Harriett (Weable) Hogan.
He was united in marriage to Charlotte Mays and they spent 58 years together. Hogan was a third- generation train engineer and retired as a representative of the Transpor- tation Union. He was a member of Galena Masonic Lodge, # 515, and a member of Hood Methodist Church. After retirement, he enjoyed fishing and refinishing antique furniture.
Hogan is preceded by his parents; and his son, Steven Dale Hogan.
Hogan is survived by his wife, Charlotte; one daugh- ter, Lori (Tim) Owens; three grandchildren, Tera Hogan, Russell Hogan and Hatti Owens; one great-grandchild; brother, Phillip D. (Karen) Hogan; brother-in-law, Robert (Mary) Mays; and several nieces and nephews.
A visitation was from 6-7 p.m., with the memo- rial service and Masonic Rites to follow at 7 p.m., on Thursday, April 25, 2019, in Meadors Funeral Home, Republic Chapel. Burial service will be set for a later date in Gassville, Ark. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society. Family and friends may leave online condolences at meador- funeralhome.com.