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Lance Brewster Obituary

Lance (Dick) R. Brewster, 67, of Anchorage, Alaska, died March 13, 2012, on vacation in Oregon with his daughter and granddaughter.

He was born August 23, 1944, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of late Jack Brewster and Ramona Pierrot-Rucker.

He served in the U.S. Air Force as a driver for the General of the Air Force Base. After his discharge, he was employed by Atlantic Richfield and then on the North Slope Pipeline working for Alyeska. The rest of his career was spent as a professional truck driver and long time Teamster and employee of Lynden Transport. Where he was known by his handle Kenai. He was papa too many and will be missed.

He was preceded in death by his father and step-mother, Jack and Mary Brewster of Anchorage Alaska; his mother Ramona Pierrot-Rucker of Camanche Iowa; brothers John, Lloyd, Larry and Lane; sisters Patty, Linda and Jackie.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Todd and Barbara Brewster of Roseville, CA.; daughter and son-in-law, Angela and Kelley Landrith of Dallas, TX; son, Michael Brewster of Anchorage, AK; daughter and son-in-law, Connie and Rich Mitchell of Anchorage, AK.; grandchildren, Caleb and Ryan Landrith of Dallas, TX; Austin and Devon of Anchorage, AK; Mikayla of OR.; Kailey and Zoey Mitchell of Anchorage, AK.; brother, George Brewster of Coeur d'Alene, ID; brother Michael Rucker of Greeley Iowa, and Ellen Damgaard of Camanche Iowa.

A memorial service will be held in his honor on July 28th in Anchorage, Alaska

Please email Connie at smilezzz@mtaonline for more memorial details and for information on the House that Papa built memorial fund.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Anchorage Daily News from Jun. 16 to Jun. 17, 2012.

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Mavis Gjovig

September 21, 2012

I knew Dick when I lived in Soldotna, Ak. many years ago, we were good friends,I and my x, Dick and his wife then, he was a great guy.
So sorry to hear of his passing, I just found it on the internet, or I would have sent this sooner.
Sincerely

Em Barth

July 26, 2012

Dick's children and my children grew up together and was an important member of our family too. He is missed dearly. He had a love and commitment to his family all can aspire too.

Steve Szymanski

July 9, 2012

Mr Brewster, so much can be said about your many personalities, to some a friend, to some a father to some a foe. what I can say is that I will forever miss you, and the money you took from me during the many poker games. You are a legend to some and a leader to others and your legacy will go on forever. The Road less traveled will now be lonier without you. You have taught your children well and they will carry on the tradition. You have a big and stinky pair of sneakers for them to fill but they will and have pulled together to fill them. So long my friend see you at the round table again someday..

Charlean Olinger

July 8, 2012

A great man that will be missed a lot there isn't a day go by I think of him he was like a brother to me he did a lot for me

Barb Szymanski

July 8, 2012

I knew Dick as Dad, my son called him Grandpa Dick. I lived with Dick after my divorce. He taught me things that I never knew, and I am grateful for everything that he taught me. There were times that we didn't see eye to eye but in the end he was always right. He taught me the best poker face, playing poker with him and the guys was always my favorite time with him., He always took time out of his busy schedule to spend time with Brad even if it was reading a book before he hit the road for the weekend. I will always remember his kindness, stories and his laugh.

BLAINE GHAN

July 6, 2012

My condolences to the family. Dick was always positive and upbeat. I had the pleasure of working with him at Lynden for many years. He will be missed!

Jannae Powell

June 24, 2012

I loved listening to his stories, he had many. He was always willing to help, whatever the need may have been. He made me feel welcome from the first moment I met him, and I've been family ever since. I miss him very much.

Austin Taylor

June 18, 2012

I miss him so much i remember when i was little i never wanted to call him Grandpa Dick i always called him Grandpa Brewster because i thought it was a bad word he was a great man

marvin and dick

marvin olinger

June 18, 2012

Jacob Taylor

June 17, 2012

My favorite memory of Dick was the fact that if you needed something he would drop everything he was doing to help you out. When I got divorced he took vacation time to fly down, pick up me and my U-haul, drive me to Reno to pick up my motorcycle, then proceed to drive with me to Anchorage. All I had to do was ask. I owe the man everything and will continue to try and pay back everything by living by his example. I will always miss you Dick and I will try and never let you down! Thank you for everything, Dad.

michael brewster

June 17, 2012

i will never forget what he taught me and i miss him so much but he will always be remembered and loved i love u dad and i will do my best to use what u taught me

Brooks Armstrong

June 17, 2012

I had the pleasure of working with Dick at Lynden Transport for 7 years I got to know him very well he loved his family always talked about Angela ,Connie and his grand babies !
Always alot of fun to be around one thing about Brewster you better be ready to laugh he was always a joy to be around and had a special place for everyone in his life! He is missed by myself and many fellow drivers as for Dick left us with many memories ! we will certainly never forget you Brother !

Naiara Taylor

June 16, 2012

My favorite memories of Papa were the times he teased me and made me laugh. He was definitely like a second father to me and always treated me like family. I will never forget the "ziploc bag" advice he gave me. My children all love and miss him very much. We love you Papa & will never forget you. <3

June 16, 2012

Connie Mitchell

June 16, 2012

Thank you for your stories and kind words. For some reason it did not publish my full email address. Anyone interested in more details as them come available please email me at [email protected] I would love to have as many memories as I can gather from everyone.

Melanie Noblin (Hunt)

June 16, 2012

Melanie Hunt Noblin He shared a birthday with me and never let me forget it!! The white boxer was ONE of many of his *tricks* and he always seems like a favorite uncle. I hadn't seen him in recent years but always will have fond memories of Dick :)

Rhonda Matheson

June 16, 2012

My best memories of Brewster were over many years at the shop working on his truck. He would always have a story to tell and a moment to stop and grab some coffee. He spoke of his kids and over the years then the grand kids. Every mile he drove was for you kids. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

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