Obituary

Collin Cedergreen
September 5, 1950--January 7, 2023 (age 72)

Collin Cedergreen lost his battle with cancer Saturday, January 7, 2023 Hospice Care Center in Bend, Oregon. Cancer ravaged Collin's body quickly near the end. He passed away peacefully in his sleep, free of pain and surrounded by loved ones.

Collin was born on September 5, 1950 to Virgil and Norma Cedergreen. Collin had 3 siblings, Jo Erickson, Becky Betancourt and Von Cedergreen. He is survived by his mother, Norma Cedergreen, Becky Betancourt, Von Cedergreen, his son Brannon and wife Kristel, son Jonathan Cedergreen, his daughter Natalie Cedergreen-Plaza and husband Chris Plaza and stepson Taylor Groupe as well as numerous very special grandsons, granddaughters, nieces and nephews, and his ex-wife Diane Saxe. He was precedd in death by his father Virgil, his late wife Jojuan Cedergreen, his eldest sister Jo Erickson, his brother-in-law Homer Betancourt and most recently his brother-in-law Dennis Erickson.

Collin's extended family includes many cousins, friends of faith, colleagues, and acquaintances, whom he loved to talk with, rehashing the past, present and future. Much of his time was spent chatting about life, spinning many tales and telling jokes along the way, and most importantly reflecting on his work and career as an electrician. He was very proud of his profession and took great pride in the craftsmanship and details of his trade. He had a love of classic cars, and trucks and shared many memories at the drag races and car shows with his sons. He enjoyed talked about his military life in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He deeply loved his family and was loved dearly in return. Collin is in heaven now, free from suffering and living his best life surrounded by many that love him. He is finally at peace.

Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at Burns Morntuary on Saturday, January 14th at 10:00 a.m. Burial to follow at Olney Cemetery where he will be laid to rest next to his late wife Jojuan. Collin has prearranged lunch at Roosters Country Kitchen following graveside.