Alan Roger Bjorklund
1933 - 2014
Alan Roger Bjorklund
1933 - 2014
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Alan Bjorklund Obituary
December 2, 1933 ------ January 1, 2014
Alan (Big Al) Roger Bjorklund passed away January 1, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada, after a long illness. He was born December 2, 1933 in Rockford, Illinois to Stanley and Alice Bjorklund.
Al attended Harlem High School in Rockford, Illinois and later graduated from Northwestern University.
He worked for Texas Instruments in Texas and then joined North American Aviation, which later became Rockwell International. At Rockwell, Al worked on the Saturn Apollo space program in Mississippi and at Cape Canaveral.
In support of the Space Shuttle and Space Station programs, he joined Rockwell's Space Division in Downey, California and later the Rocketdyne Division in Canoga Park, California. Al made significant contributions to the nation's space and defense efforts throughout his career. Al served as a senior corporate executive for both Rockwell and Boeing. He traveled the world and enjoyed fishing in almost all of it.
Al is survived by his four daughters, Karen Roberts, Laura Anderson, Kristie Bjorklund, Lynda Gray; his son, Marcus Bjorklund; grandchildren Ben Roberts, Kendal & Taylor Anderson, Shayd & Haley Gray, Nicholas Bjorklund; and his sisters Diane Bjorklund and Jan (Marie) Bjorklund.
In the case of Big Al, the term "one of a kind" is not a cliché, it was who he was. He lived life in the moment which made him a very charismatic person to be with and enjoyed the here and now of life. He will be greatly missed by all of the lives he touched.
Graveside Services will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at 3:00pm at Palm Eastern Cemetery, 7600 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89123.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation, in Big Al's name, to Las Vegas Shriners Childrens' Hospital: ShrinersHospitalsForChildren.org.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Karen Roberts
January 23, 2014
Dear Dad, we had a great time at Miller's Ale House giving you the 80th birthday party that you had to cancel in December. It seemed an appropriate send-off to a man who truly loved life, his family and his friends. We'll miss you!
Arleen Gibson
January 15, 2014
I miss you so much my dear friend! You were an amazing friend to me and many others! Your family are so awesome. I am so very glad to now have them in my life. We did a great tribute to you! You would have been so happy how everyone turned up for you! I am so glad you are in heaven and no longer in pain!!!! I love you so much!!!!! oxoxoxo Hang out with my mom Theresa, Michaelina and the lovely Marlene Koppenhaver, they all went to all your parties!!!!! God Bless, I am so thankful I got to spend time with you in the hospital before you left us and had the time to say how much I love you and say goodbye for now!!!!
Jerry Fritsche
January 7, 2014
RIP Big Al. Although we hadn't seen each other for several years, the fun we had for many years prior will always be special to me; especially the years when we competed together in Bisbee Black & Blue marlin tournament. I will toast you tonight by the Release Trophy you and I won in 1998.Please know my love and prayers go out to your entire family. "Fish On" Big Al.
stephanisia westbrook
January 7, 2014
Words simply can not describe your presence in life. However I will try. Big all brought joy to all those who new him. Forever you shall be loved. Cheers to you may the sun always shine on your smile.
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Brian Ofria
January 7, 2014
Big Al, Vegas will never be the same without you nor will my life be as well. I really enjoyed knowing you over the last 10 years since our first meeting in the Foundation Room at one of Z's events. We hung a lot over the years whenever we crossed paths and we always had an eventful fun time. You will be missed and your memory will never fade away.
Michae Fedyk
January 6, 2014
Big Al was a great father to his daughter, Kristie, and to his family, and a great person, any time from what I experienced. A really nice guy who loved people and life. RIP.
Cathi Mackey
January 6, 2014
RIP Big Al. U Were Always A Blast To Be Around. I'll Always Remember U On Ur Stool At The End Of The Bar At MCC. KRISTI And Family, Pls accept My CondolencEs. Thots & PrayersR With u.
Diane Engstrom
January 6, 2014
Kristi, we are so sad about your fathers passing, what an incredible life he lived and the space shuttle he was involved, what a great legacy he left to his other grandchildren and especially to our sweet Nick, so wonderful Nick will carry on the family name. Please if u need anything call. Our hearts and love will be with you always. The Engstrom family
Phree Bartley
January 6, 2014
You will be missed by all of us that knew such a wonderful man & had so many great times together ! I remember the first time I came to your home in Summerlin you called me for a feng shui consultation ... We laughed about your crystal balls I had you put in the window to keep the energy from going out the window ... Lol... one hung low! It was always a joke when we saw each other . I love you my friend ! Rest In Peace xox Phree
Lynn Davis
January 6, 2014
You will be missed by many Big Al ~ You had the best parties I remember. I bet you are partying with the angels ~
Denny Jones
January 6, 2014
I will always remember the good times we had together, especially at Sapphires with you getting a table big enough for your friends to join you.
Coming to my birthday parties at my home.
The fun we had at The Foundation Room.
So many memories over the years... Thank you my friend...
Denny Jones
Ben Kalb
January 6, 2014
RIP Big Al. Ill always remember the times we spent at the Foundation Room, at your birthday parties in your old house. the times we sat down and talked about (what else?) women. Big Al you were one of the world's nice guys, and you'll be missed.
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