William H. Bogart

William H. Bogart, 76, of Emporium, PA passed away at UPMC Harrisburg, Harrisburg, PA on Saturday night (November 25, 2023). He was born January 13, 1947 in Port Allegany, PA, a son of the late Arthur and Rose Troncone Bogart. On February 1, 1969 in St. Mark Catholic Church he married the late Susan Haupert.

He was a graduate of Cameron County High School, St. Bonaventure University, and Alfred University. He taught classes for Jamestown Community College and tax seminars on tour for Penn State University, before establishing his own seminar tour company with other tax professionals. He spent many years cultivating his own small business with his wife by his side.

He was a member of Knights of Columbus, National Alumni Board of St. Bonaventure, St. Mark Catholic Church, and spent many years on the Board of School Directors serving both Coudersport and Cameron County School Districts. Bill enjoyed spending time with his children and going to their events throughout their school careers. Bill was a Little League coach for many years and loved Cameron County and contributing to the community. He was best known for being a loyal St. Bonaventure enthusiast and dedicated fan of St. Bonaventure basketball, always sporting his St. Bonaventure apparel. 

He is survived by a daughter, Christy Bennett (Mark), Emporium; son, Matthew Bogart (Christine), Amherst, NY; daughter, Angela Ranous (James), Apex, NC; three grandchildren: Breydan, Emma, and Carter.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by an infant son, Barry Dean Bogart.

There will be No Visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at the St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 East Fourth Street, Emporium, PA on Wednesday (November 29, 2023) at 10:30 AM with Rev. Paul S. Siebert, Pastor, as Celebrant. 

Burial will be in the St. Mark Catholic Cemetery, Emporium, PA

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Mark Catholic Church, 235 E. 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834 or to the Guy & Mary Felt Manor Activities Fund, 110 East 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834 or to the Cameron County SPCA, 678 South Mountain Road, Emporium, PA 15834

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