Michael was known to his coworkers and acquaintances as Michael Aaron. He grew up in Portland. He attended Chief Joseph and J.J. Astor elementary schools. He graduated from Benson H.S. in 1979 where he majored in mechanical engineering, was the Senior Athlete of the Year participating in football, wrestling,and baseball. He was also selected for the special opportunity of being a Rose Festival Driver. Michael worked for Precoa, was an avid community gardener,and was at home in the outdoors.He is survived by his son Michael Kenneth Hoglund Jr, His mother Marge Hoglund, brothers Dave and Steve, and sister Julie. He was preceded in death by his infant son Joshua James Hoglund and his father Kenneth Sigfred Hoglund. The celebration of his life will be Sat, Jan. 12th, 12:00 PM, at the Portsmouth Trinity Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers make donations to the Humane Society of Oregon.