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Hiers-Baxley Funeral & Cremation Life Event Center - Buffalo Ridge
Douglas L. Asmus
April 9th, 1944 - April 14th, 2025
Douglas L. Asmus Sr. 81, of The Villages, Florida passed away on April 14, 2025.
He was born on April 9, 1944 in Miami, Florida to the late Walter and Lillian (Williams) Asmus. He graduated from North Miami High School in 1962.
Doug is survived by his daughter, Laurie Gargis (Brian) of Lexington, SC and son Douglas Asmus Jr. (Audra) of Apopka, FL. His grandchildren, Brandon Asmus, Brooke Asmus, Blake Gargis, Jacob Gargis, Ethan Asmus & Evan Asmus.
He is preceded in death by father, Walter W. Asmus Sr., mother, Lillian Williams Asmus, brothers Walter W. Asmus, Jr. and Barry Kent Asmus.
He joined the US Army Reserve in 1965 for 6 years and was discharged with the rank of E-5 Buck Sergeant. He rejoined the US Army Reserve in 1975 and served an additional 16 years and was honorably discharged in 1991 with the rank of E-8 Master Sergeant.
He graduated with an AA degree from Toccoa Falls College, Toccoa Falls, GA. He worked several years in the banking industry.
Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.
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Rooted in a legacy of trust and compassion since 1885, Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services has been a beacon of support for Marion County. In our quest to honor life’s profound journeys, we present the Buffalo Ridge Life Event Center—a sanctuary nestled within “Florida’s friendliest hometown,” designed to celebrate and memorialize the unique stories of loved ones. This center, a labor of love years in the making, extends our renowned funeral and burial services by offering a space where memories can be cherished and legacies honored. Our Life Event Center is more than a venue; it's a canvas for your most treasured celebrations. From the finery of our event planning, catering, and floral artistry to the sophistication of our themed displays and cutting-edge audio-visual systems, we've tailored an environment that anticipates every detail....
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