David Martin Hogan, 57, of Woodsboro, Texas, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 18, 2014. He was born on August 27, 1956 to the late James & Agnes Hogan in Shiner, Texas.

David was a loving father and grandfather who possessed a great sense of humor. He had a passion for Texas History and imbued this upon his children by taking them to significant historical sites seemingly every weekend. David was also an avid outdoorsman, a phenomenal shot, a keen motorcyclist, and played a mean guitar.

Professionally, David had a successful career at Stanley's Stores, Inc. and retired early to pursue his dream of becoming a wildlife artist, in which he won numerous awards. A serial entrepreneur, David also established several restaurants and food vending businesses.

David is survived by: 2 sons, Kenneth & wife Michelle, and Bill; daughter, Priscilla Hogan; 4 sisters, Joan Dornak, Mary Ann Owen, Rose Humphreys and Cathy Owen; 4 brothers, James Hogan, Clyde Hogan, Charles Hogan and John Hogan; and two granddaughters.

David was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral Service: 1 pm, Saturday, March 29, 2014 at Salem Baptist Church, south of Hallettsville, TX. Officiant: Pastor George Hayhurst. Visitation: 11 am, Saturday, at Salem Baptist Church. Pallbearers : Kenneth, Bill, Jacob and John Hogan; Allan Huggins and Will Owen. Honorary pallbearers : Murphy Carriere, Jonathon Hogan and Louis Carriere. Burial: Salem Cemetery.