Darrell Lee Asay

Darrell Lee Asay, 64, of Grand Forks, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks.

Darrell was born April 7, 1956, the son of Charles & Deanna (Nelson) Asay in Minneapolis, MN. He grew and attended schools in New Jersey.

He joined the US Navy where he served 6 years before his honorable discharge. Using his skills acquired in the Navy he worked for 15 years at Miramar Air Base in Coronado, CA as a jet refueler. He even filled the plane of the President of the United States on more than one occasion.

Darrell moved to Grand Forks in 1997 where he has made his home since.

He enjoyed arts and crafts and watching his favorite shows on TV.

Darrell is survived by his mother, Deanna of Grand Forks; brother, William Asay of Grand Forks; nephew, Christian Yannazzone and numerous cousins.

He is preceded in death by his father Charles and a brother, Gregory.

Graveside Ceremony/Interment: 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at Memorial Park Cemetery, Grand Forks, ND.

A guestbook may be signed or viewed at www.amundsonfuneralhome.com