Andrew Karl

Andrew J. (Dude) Karl, age 42, of Illiamna, Alaska formerly of Frederic died February 10, 2013. Dude was born on September 28, 1970 in Frederic to Darrell (Jim) and Nancy Karl. Dude had a passion for hunting, fishing, music and writing. He loved to sing, shoot pool, tell stories, write limericks and laugh with his family and friends. He was a generous soul and often made donations to school programs in the bush of Alaska, mostly to music departments. He also gave generously to the children at Christmas, he never wanted any child to go without a wide-eyed Christmas and something great to open. He was preceded in death by his father Darrell (Jim); his grandparents Earl Karl, Donald and Gladys McPhillips. He is survived and will be sadly missed by his son Drew Karl; his siblings Angela Gibbs-Thomas (Jeff), Aarol Karl, and half sister Ashley Karl; his grandma Marlys (Bernie) Karl; mother Nancy Wikstrom (Dennis); step mother Connie Graf-Karl; uncle Earl (Bud) Karl; nieces Kayla and Hannah Karl; many dear cousins and amazing friends he called family. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 23, 2013 from 2-5 PM at Little Mexico, Siren. A private family service will be held in the spring at the Lewis Cemetery.