$14,500+!!!

To date, Brian's Melanoma Foundation has raised over $14,500!

Thank you everyone for your donations

http://theangelesclinic.org/ (click on foundation link)

Happy Birthday Brian

Toast a glass in the air today for Brian's 39th birthday!

Brian's Memorial/Celebration of Life Information

A memorial and celebration of the life of Brian Hogan will be held on Monday, July 14th at 5:30pm in the afternoon. 

We ask that everyone plan accordingly that time of the day due to traffic. 

Norman P. Murray Community Center

24932 Veterans Way

Mission Viejo, CA 92692

(949)470-3062

I-5 Freeway

Exit La Paz

Head East towards Saddleback Mountain

Drive approximately 1.5 miles (past Marguerite Parkway)

Turn left on Veterans Way

A celebration reception to follow for Brian's family, friends and colleagues

Brian requested that everyone wear comfortable clothing

Suggested hotel nearby: 

Holiday Inn Laguna Hills off La Paz Road

(949)586-5000

http://theangelesclinic.org

For anyone interested in making a donation in Brian's name, please contact:

The Angeles Clinic Foundation

2001 Santa Monica Blvd.

Suite 560W

Santa Monica, CA 90404

http://theangelesclinic.org

(310)582-7900

There is a PayPal place to donate in Brian Hogan's name

The Angeles Clinic is a cutting-edge research clinic dedicated to late-stage melanoma which if we can save anyone from going through the disease would be a blessing and mean a lot to Brian. 

July 6th 2008

With great sadness, Brian Robert Hogan, 38 passed away today at 2:35pm at our home on Sunday, July 6th. He was surrounded by his loving wife, parents, brother, best friend and favorite cousin. 

His favorite Bob Marley song "Waiting in Vain" was playing softly in the background which also happens to be his and Anna's wedding song and song they danced to on their first date. 

Tragically, Brian was diagnosed with melanoma cancer on May 6th 2008 so he fought a courageous battle but short-lived 2 month battle with the will and determination that could only be Brian Hogan's. 

He is forever in our hearts and the memories of his existence will never escape our minds. 

Memorial Celebration to be held Monday, July 14th at 5:30pm at the Norman P Murray Community Center in Mission Viejo. 

Tough News

Hello All,

I type this blog with a heavy heart. Yesterday we found out that Brian's melanoma cancer has completely overtaken his liver. After a sobering talk with our oncologist, he suggested we make Brian as comfortable and out of pain as possible. 

In saying that, Brian is back home. He's got a great set-up with his own room, flatscreen TV and adjustable bed. And he's accepted the news remarkably well. 

We ask that everyone give us time and not bombard us with calls and house visits. We will be setting up visiting hours and contacting people on an individual basis. 

This cancer from the get-go has been a complete tragedy but look at the silver lining: Brian doesn't have to endure the radiation, chemo, hospital stays and just all in all feeling terrible anymore.

We have a wonderful group of professionals keeping him content, out of pain and relaxed.

Thank you to everyone who loves Brian (so much!) and supported his fight.

Future blog posts are not likely unless he feels like getting on.....

Anna Hogan

Big B on the Blog!

All,

Amazing what a good night sleep will do.  I had my treatment Monday followed by a blood transfusion on Tuesday and feel surprisingly good today. Everyday I get a little stronger now that I have been out of the hospital for more than a week. 

There is an account set up in my name at the Hoag blood donor services for those of you who want to donate blood like my brave wife did. 

I thank you all for your support.

Big B