Michael Dewayne Bogan

Michael Dewayne Bogan was born on July 30, 1961, born in Racine Wisconsin to Shirley Ann Bogan-Smith and Lenwood Erby. Living throughout the Midwest from Racine Wi, Milwaukee Wi, and most recently Minneapolis Minnesota. He completed his education in Milwaukee Wi. Michael enjoyed carpentry work, manual labor, and customer service jobs until his retirement. Michael lived an active life, you could always catch him on his bike wearing his backpack, listening to music turned up to the max. Michael had dance fever and would sing any song with a good beat. He's known for calling out the imposters, calling everybody Joe, and his array of clichés.

Michael is survived by his two children, son Shawnvel Scales and daughter Michele' Bogan. Grandchildren, Maggie Byrd, Namiyah Scales, Hezekiah Scales, Levi Scales, Isaac Scales, Brienyah Scales, and Neveah Scales. His sisters, Valencia Bogan who's known to be his one call that's all, and Angie Ford-Valliant. His brother Mario Bogan. A host of nieces and nephews with special relationships with Kyeela, Keshaun, Mario, and a host of cousins, family, and friends.

Preceded in death by his parents Shirley and Lenwood. Grandmother Lillie Mae Eddie. His brother Karl Bogan.

Michael will be missed tremendously but his spirit will remain as he has made his mark.

Celebration of Life at 3PM, on May 21, 2026, at Simple Traditions (488 Humboldt Ave., St. Paul). Family and friends may visit one hour prior.