August 27, 1933 - October 18, 2024
In loving memory ~
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of David Clifford Aspeslet, "Dave," on October 18, 2024, at the age of 91, surrounded by friends and family.
Born in Birch Hills, Saskatchewan, Dave was shaped by rugged landscapes and tough times. After arriving in Telkwa on a snowy night in 1947, he worked on the Chapman farm before becoming a miner, logger, farmer, and machinist—capable of running or fixing nearly any machine or piece of equipment.
In 1958, Dave married Bernice Lee, the love of his life, and together they built a family in the Kispiox Valley. His stories were legendary—whether chasing run away horses or daring to drive a Volkswagen Beetle up Thomlinson in the moon light—always told with a twinkle in his eye.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Dave's greatest joy was his garden and his family. He leaves behind a legacy of grit, hard work, and the love of a good book or puzzle.
Dave is survived by his children Marney Wookey and Cindie Aspeslet, grandchildren Wanda Belisle, David Wookey, Lori Tiljoe, Kale Bellingroth, and Justin Aspeslet, and great-grandchildren Brianna, Peyton, Odin, Abigail, Alec, Ryder, Urijah, and Nolan.
He will be dearly missedby all who knew him.
A Celebration of Life for Dave will be held on Sunday, November 10th, from 2-4 p.m. at the Kispiox Valley Community Hall. Please bring your stories to share.
Service Details
2:00 PM