Colleen was born in Seattle and grew up in the Green Lake area. After graduating from Lincoln High School, she married Carl Bern and raised four children in the Fremont district. She enjoyed a long career working for Washington Mutual Savings Bank.
Colleen will be remembered for her warmth and easy manner. She always had a smile and hug for everyone around her She adored her family and friends and loved spending time with them. She leaves us all with a legacy of love and many fond memories.
Colleen was preceded in death by her husband Carl and son Larry. She is survived by her sons Steve (Sue) Bern and Paul (Vicki) Bern, daughter Sue (Dennis) Dow, grandchildren Tiffany, Matt (Heidi), Chad (Kara), Collier (Jessica), Tyler (Connie) and great grandchildren Aspen, Cruz, Jacob, MacKenzie, Hayden, Avery, Wesley, Penelope, Charlie, and Jamie.
Colleen will be dearly missed. and she will be forever loved.