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OSCAR K. BERGSTROM
December 26, 1950 ˜ June 4, 2022
Oscar K. Bergstrom was born Dec. 26, 1950, in Olympia, WA, to Otto and Beulah Bergstrom. He passed away at home Sat. June 4, 2022 in Vancouver, WA, where he spent most of his life.
He attended Hudson’s Bay H.S. He joined the Army in 1969 - 1972 serving in Vietnam as a MEDDAC. On Oct. 11, 1970, on patrol near Phu Nham Dong an enemy booby trap (IED) exploded wounding Bergstrom and three other soldiers. Immobilized by his wounds Oscar insisted on being placed beside other casualties where he administered first aid until all were extracted from the area. He received the Silver Star for heroism along with a Bronze Star and Purple Heart for his bravery and sacrifice.
Oscar loved to fish, mine for gold, shop, cook, work in his garden and spend time with family and friends. His smile was contagious and always made you laugh.
He is survived by his wife, Jenny (Jen) Whitlock; sisters, Shirley Davis, Janet Wear; brother, Larry Bergstrom; daughter, Bridie Jennings; son, Omar Bergstrom; and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Beulah Bergstrom.
Celebration of life will be held Saturday, Aug. 6, from 1-5 p.m. at the VFW American Legion, 4607 NE St. James Rd. in Vancouver, WA.
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It's a sad loss. I've known Oscar for about 5 years and he always made me smile and laugh. I've been friends with his wife for over 12 years and was really happy when they got married. I was shocked when he left this world. My heart was broken for Jen but also thankful for the time they had together. Rest In Peace my friend.
Karen Kliewe
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June 28, 2022
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