Robert H. Prazeau, age 80, of Portland, Oregon passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at Providence Medical Center.
Robert was born on August 13, 1940, in Portland, Oregon, the son of Hugh B. and Clarice P. (Cannard) Prazeau. He was baptized at Assumption Catholic Church and confirmed at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Portland. Robert received his elementary education at Holy Cross Elementary in Portland, Oregon. He graduated from Central Catholic in 1958, and continued some education at University of Portland, in Portland.
Robert was united in marriage to Sandra Hayes on June 10, 1961. To this union three daughters and two sons were born, Susan, Randall, Bonnie, Hugh and Nicole.
Robert will be remembered for his love of his family, including his 13 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren, as well as his quiet demeanor, big smile and his ability to visit and laugh with everyone he met.
Survivors include, two sons, Randall (Amy) Prazeau, Hugh (Sherri) Prazeau of Oregon City, OR; two daughters, Susan Prazeau of Vancouver, WA, Nicole (Brandon) Springer of Gladstone, OR; one son-in-law, John Snell; one sister, Carol Ann (Dave) Dieringer, of Joseph, OR; one brother, Dennis (Lael) Prazeau of Lostine, OR; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of almost 50 years, Sandra (Hayes) Prazeau; his daughter, Bonnie (Prazeau) Snell and his brother Michael Prazeau.