Gary L. Aslakson, age 69, of Hibbing and formerly of Burnsville, MN, died Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at Waterview Pines in Virginia. He was born January 22, 1951, in Hibbing the son of Genford and Marcella (Wherland) Aslakson. He was a graduate of Hibbing High School.
Gary was a working musician - playing guitar with several bands in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. In 2006 he was inducted into the MN Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Delcounts. He enjoyed watching the MN Twins and Vikings.
Gary is survived by his special friend: Sue Sager; son: Justin Aslakson of Aurora, MN; siblings: Marilyn Roy of Brooklyn Park, MN, Richard (Liz) Aslakson of Rayville, LA, and Tom (Mary Jean) Aslakson of Buhl, MN; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and nephew: Jim.
In accordance with the guidelines recommended by the CDC, the gathering that was scheduled for April 4, 2020 has been postponed. An announcement will be made when the service is rescheduled.
Family services are provided by Anderson-Daniels, a Bauman Family Funeral Home, in Hibbing. To express condolences on-line please see: www.baumanfuneralhome.com.