Eileen (Bridenhagen) Hagen, age 87, of Portland passed away peacefully in her sleep at 2:30 a.m., Friday May 1, 2020. Eileen was born in Portland to Theodore and Eileen Fricke.
Eileen was a Portland music legend. Her father gave her an accordion at age 8, she taught for 65 years, age 17 - 82. Eileen was one of the top teachers in the nation! Diane is carrying her legacy forward.
Survived by her daughter, Diane Bridenhagen Burson: her grandchildren, Joshua Burson, Christina Hammett (Robert); her great-grandchildren, Aisley, Kaliyah, Haven; sister, Sherry Fricke; and four nieces.
A celebration will take place in the coming months, please check back for a published date or contact Diane. Donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
