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1959
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2014
Brian Asplund Obituary
Brian was born to Inge and William Asplund on Nov. 28, 1959, in Rockford, Illinois.
He moved to Alaska in 1982 after taking a canoe trip with his father in 1981 down the Yukon River from Eagle to Circle City. He fell in love with Alaska and eventually built a cabin along the Yukon River and lived a subsistence lifestyle for many years. He worked as a trapper, commercial fisherman, gold miner and was part owner of Circle Utilities. He and Michel Gentry were married July 14, 2007, in Cordova.
Brian faced many challenges which only made him stronger and more determined to succeed. This earned him the respect and friendship of all who knew him. He was caring and generous throughout his life. He faced illness to the end with the same bravery and determination to survive for which he was known.
He will be greatly missed, loved and remembered by all who knew him. Special thanks is extended to his close friends, Gary Poe and his wife, Arlene, for their support and compassion, and to Sandy and the Interior Alaska Cancer Association.
Brian is survived by his wife, Michel Gentry; his son, Scott Asplund Chamberlain, of Circle and Fairbanks; his daughter, Ayla Asplund, of Circle and Dawson; his son, Davin Meyer, of Sedalia, Colorado; his mother, Inge Asplund, of Rockford, Illinois; his brother, Wayne Asplund, and wife, Debbie, of Winnebago, Illinois; his sister, Angela Asplund, of Winnebago, Illinois; his grandson, Trenton, and granddaughter, Sophia, of Fairbanks; his nieces, Jessica and Heather, and nephews, Wyatt and Sam; all of Winnebago, Illinois.
He is preceded in death by his father, William W. Asplund.
Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. today, Nov. 8, in Circle.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Interior Alaska Cancer Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Asplund
Angela Asplund
November 19, 2014
My big brother, my love. I am so blessed I got the years I had with you to give me an experience of a life time. I think of you every day and wear your jacket you gave me when you first found out of your illness. I promised you I would never, ever spend a day without you...and I meant it. You are still my hero. I love you.
November 15, 2014
My deepest condolences to your family, may you draw strength and comfort from God's word during this time of sadness. Psalms 143:7
Dorothy Shockley
November 11, 2014
To Angela and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers of peace, comfort and strength to his children, wife, Mom and siblings. Hugs
JAMES L ""JIM"" WINSLOW ''WILDALASKA'
November 10, 2014
REALLY REALLY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MY FRIEND DOUG. I HAVE KNOWN HIM FOR MANY YEARS. HE DROVE FOR MY TOUR COMPANY A FEW TIMES. ONE OF MY HIGH LIGHTS WAS SEEING DOUG WHEN I CAME TO CIRCLE EVER FALL TO GO MOOSE HUNTIG.HE AWAYS SHANK MY HAND AND HE HAD SUCH A GRIP HE WAS SO STRONG AND HE LOVED TO PUT IT ON ME. WISH SOME ONE WOULD OF TOLD ME THIS FALL I WOULD OF CAME OVER TO SEE DOUG WHEN I WAS UP THERE. I WILL SURLY MISS HIM. ""GODS SPEED DOUG"""
November 10, 2014
With deepest sympathy to the Asplund family during your time of grief. God is for you a refuge and strength. A help that is there to be found during difficult times. May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
November 10, 2014
So sorry for your loss,sincere thoughts of grief for you.May you keep God ever before you,and may he provide the comfort that you need...............
November 9, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss. May God Almighty comfort you in the time ahead.
2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
Corrine biederman
November 8, 2014
Doug d. Thank you for the stories. I'm sure you are fitting just like you did all those years ago in Alaska.
deb ely
November 8, 2014
Twenty something years of smiles, stories and laughter. Words don't cover it all. I wish you peace.
joe nash
November 8, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Wayne Asplund
November 8, 2014
Missing you greatly, Bro. I'm sure you landed on your feet when you got where you were going. You and Pop keep the beer cold and the bait bucket full for when I get there. Push on.
Sam and Carolyn Clark
November 8, 2014
I remember when you came to Alaska. You were a great asset to your Community and the State. I'm proud of you Cousin. May you Rest in Peace. Love you a lot
Dale Smith
November 7, 2014
RIP Brian and prayers for your family and friends brother,will see you on the other side.
Bill & Fronzie Straub
November 7, 2014
Brian was enthusiastic about everything he got into, from trapping, dog mushing, commercial fishing, mining, business ventures in Circle...the list goes on & on. We enjoyed being a small part of his adventures. Circle will miss him.
November 7, 2014
REST IN PEACE DOUG. YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.
BETH
Darlene Herbert
November 7, 2014
Rest in Peace, (Doug) Brian . prayers for your wife , Michel , and family. your friend , Darlene .
November 7, 2014
My condolence to Brian's family/friends. He will be greatly missed my so many. RIP Brian
Cindy/Central
Dan King
November 7, 2014
I knew Brian from High School, then as usual, lost touch with him. Found out he lived up here in Alaska about a year ago, planned on visiting him someday, but as we all know, someday never comes. Rest in Peace Brian, to those he left behind, my condolences and prayers.
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