Eric Howard Aslakson

Eric Howard Aslakson, longtime resident of Poulsbo, Wash. passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 14, 2022. Services to be held at noon on Nov. 5 at Lewis Funeral Chapel.

Eric was born May 11, 1961, in Soap Lake, Wash. to Howard Omar Aslakson and Dolly (Ferguson) Aslakson. He grew up hunting and fishing with many memories of doing so with his parents and brothers enjoying his mother's chukar casseroles. He attended WSU but auto body repair had already gotten in his blood at the age of 12 when he started sweeping floors at Dewey's Body Shop in Soap Lake. He learned the business from the ground up and became the owner, president, and leader of Uptown Auto Body in Bremerton, WA. He was highly respected in the industry and well-known as "big E". His quick wit, sense of humor, and hilarious stories will be fondly remembered by family and friends. He enjoyed collecting cars, guns, gas pumps, pop machines, and comics. His pride and joy came with the birth of his daughter, Alyssa. He no longer thought of himself but rather would sacrifice everything he had for her and the ones he loved. He freely gave his wisdom and encouragement to those in need. He was a devoted husband, a dependable best buddy to many, and a fine Christian man. He firmly believed that if you said you were a Christian, then you act like it.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert Aslakson.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy (Katie) Aslakson, daughter and son-in-law; Alyssa and Reilly Ortiz, stepsons; Anthony and Caleb Andren, brothers; Michael Carey and Donald Aslakson, nieces and nephews, and many dear friends.

He will be missed immensely by family and friends.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Lewis Funeral Chapel on Saturday, November 5th at 12 p.m, with a reception gathering to follow at Uptown Auto Body, 5150 Auto Center Blvd., Bremerton, WA, 98312.