Gilbert Sylvester Asbury

   Cause of death was Cerebral Thrombosis, arterial sclerosis, senility.

   General Notes:

Brewster Washington is in Okanogan County on the banks of the Columbia River, on Highway 97. The City of Okanogan is the County Seat located 25 miles north of Brewster.

Local History - In 1811, Astor's Pacific Fur Company established the first American post in Washington just north of the present site of Brewster. In 1859 the area experienced a gold rush and by 1880 steamboats became a common site on the Columbia River as far north as Brewster. Most of the first settlers in the Brewster area were cattle and sheep ranchers. The town's location near the confluence of the Columbia and Okanogan Rivers made is the "gateway" to the vast lands of the North. Brewster was founded in 1910 and grew as river travel increased. The coming of the railroad in 1914 opened more opportunities, including mining and logging. The history of the Brewster area is one of the great Indians, of growers who imagined taming the wild country for food production, of railroad men and miners, of daring people building massive dams to harness the wild Columbia River. The land provided something for every dreamer... and still does. The economy of Brewster rests with the fruit warehouses which are 5 in number and produce several million boxes of fruit annually. The warehouses are supported by thousands of acres of orchards in the surrounding countryside. Every season of the year offers uniques recreational opportunities. There are 5 museums in Okanogan County. The Okanogan Interpretive Center near Brewster represents the site of the first inland fur trading post in the state. A short drive away is Grand Coulee Dam which offers a self guided tour and the famous laser light show. Warm sunny days of spring and summer are perfect for the many water sports that can be enjoyed on our rivers and lakes. Swimming, boating, water skiing are also enjoyed on the beautiful Columbia River. Golfers may choose from two courses, both within a half hour drive. Summer is also the time for family fun in Brewster with the 4th of July Celebration. The North Cascade Highway which begins about 6 miles south of Brewster offers much recreation for hikers, campers even those who enyoy sight- seeing by car. The U.S. Forest Service provides maps and information for visitors. Autumn brings out the hunters in our area. And of course, September we in the heart of apple harvest. Winter provides fun for snow lovers. Downhill skiers can find a challenging hill at nearby Loup Loup Ski Bowl. Cross country skiers can find several groomed trails in the nearby mountains. Designated snowmobile trails are minutes away and it is not unusual to see ice skating on Alta Lake.

-http://www.connectokanogan.org/brewster.htm

   Events:

1. Occupation; Abt 1902; Miller.

2. Occupation; Between 1 Jul 1931 And 30 Jun 1932; School Janitor/Brewster, WA.

3. Burial Lot Location; Block 169-5.

   Marriage Information:

Gilbert married Anna Eliza Wright, daughter of Lyman Granger Wright and Ella S. Quimby, on 15 Feb 1899 in Allen, Dixon Co., NE. (Anna Eliza Wright was born on 30 Jan 1876 in Waukon, Allamakee Co., IA, died on 6 Nov 1958 in Wenatchee, Chelan Co., CA and was buried about 11 Nov 1958 in Locust Grove Cemetery, Brewster, Okanogan Co., WA ¹¹.)