Funeral homes often submit obituaries as a service to the families they are assisting. However, we will be happy to accept obituaries from family members pending proper verification of the death.
William "Bill" Lee Nagreen, 69, of Hood River, Ore., left this world for his heavenly home on Feb. 6, 2024, in Kampala, Uganda, Africa. Bill was born in Neenah, Wisc., on Feb. 9, 1954, to Kenneth and Adele Nagreen. Much of his childhood was spent outdoors, swimming, fishing, boating, hunting, and camping. As a teen, Bill loved music and played the drums in local bands, eventually becoming a very accomplished drummer.
Bill moved to Oregon in 1978, with his two young children, Nicole and Derek, to marry Constance Penna. They married in April of 1979 and eventually increased their family by four more children, Andrea, Emily, Elizabeth, and Jared.
His career as an expert house painter spanned over 30 years in the Columbia Gorge, doing business as 3-Fold Painting. Word of mouth was his advertisement, as his customers raved about his craftsmanship, honesty, and quality of service.
Oregon was a wonderland for Bill as he continued his enthusiasm for adventure. He added snowshoeing, whitewater rafting, kayak fishing, horseback riding, and electric biking to his long list of outdoor escapades. Bill’s family was his inspiration. He was the life of every gathering as no one was left unnoticed.
There is already a large hole in each heart who knew Bill. His Bible, prayer, and praise of God were paramount in Bill’s daily life. He volunteered as a children’s teacher at church, on the board of Summit 2 Summit men’s ministry, and most recently at Ray of Hope Children’s Ministries, an orphanage in Uganda.
Bill is survived by his wife, Connie, all six of their children, 15 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and his sister, Vicki Peterson.
In honor of Bill, the family asks you to consider donating blood to your local Red Cross, as he was passionate about this cause and was a faithful donor through the years.
A celebration of Bill’s life will be held on Sunday, March 3 from 2-4 p.m., at Hood River Alliance Church, 2650 Montello Ave. All are welcome.
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