Gregory Burton Haglund
September 4, 1966 - October 6, 2012
Obituary
Gregory Burton Haglund was born September 4, 1966 in Seattle, Washington to Jack and Karen Haglund. He passed away on Saturday, October 6, 2012.
Greg grew up and was raised in the Puget Sound region. He graduated from Kennedy High School and enlisted in the Marine Corp where he served his country admirably. Upon being honorably discharged from the Marine Corp, Greg continued to serve his country with a career in public service. He was a fireman in South King County before serving as a Reserve Police Officer in the City of Black Diamond. Police work was Greg’s true calling and he continued down that path by enlisting as a Reserve Officer with the City of Des Moines where a short time later, he became a fully commissioned police officer. He dutifully served, protecting the city’s residents for the next 20 years. During the latter part of his career, he earned a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. He received commendations for his work and was cited for exemplary performance. Greg medically retired in December of 2010.
In 2002, Greg met Marilyn, the love of his life. Together, they spent time with family and friends and enjoyed camping, riding all-terrain vehicles and travelling. Greg enthusiastically studied the military history of the United States. He was avid gun collector and held an armorer certification.
Greg was preceded in death by his father Jack Haglund. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife Marilyn Haglund, cherished mother Karen Haglund, much loved sisters Lisa Bishop and Jacque Haglund, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other loving family and friends.