Brenda Lee (James) Hogate
CORNVILLE – Brenda Lee (James) Hogate passed away suddenly on Jan. 22, 2025, with her family by her side. She was born in Bangor, on March 4, 1950, to Rex and Thelma (Stubbs) James.
She attended schools in Orrington and Brewer and graduated from Mattanawcook Academy in Lincoln, in 1968.
She married the late James L. Mosher and then married the late Kenneth Alan Hogate in 1974, they resided in Cornville. While Kenneth ran his farming and self employment business Brenda was a home maker, mother and grandmother first and foremost.
Brenda was town clerk and tax collector for many years for the Town of Cornville. She was also a founding member of the Cornville Volunteer Fire Department in 1974.
Brenda was well known as the “book lady” due to her love for books and being the librarian for Cornville schools and community for over 30 years.
Brenda was predeceased by her parents, her eldest brother Boyd James, and her husband Kenneth.
Brenda is survived by her siblings; Adriene Strout and her husband Barry, Kevin James and partner Pat Burdick and Wendy Luce. Children Danny Mosher, Christeen Christensen, Heather Michaud and husband Jason, and Eric Hogate. Grandchildren Talon Mosher and wife Tabatha, Ryan Mosher, William Dutton, Cody Dutton and partner Katelynn Creger and Aiyanna Hogate. Great grandchildren Hayden Dutton and Elizabeth Dutton. As well as her bonus children Desarae Howard and Sean Doherty.
She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews and special friends Dianne Corson, Wanda Moran, and Linda Laney. Everyone named has a special spot in Brenda’s heart because family and friends were very important to her.
Visiting hours will take place on Friday January 31, from 4-7 p.m., at Giberson Funeral home, 40 Maple St. Madison, and a celebration of life will be held on Saturday March 8, from 2-4 p.m., at the Cornville Fire Station.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Central Maine Cremation. 157 Waterville Road, Skowhegan
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to an Epilepsy Research Foundation or Charity of your choice.
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