Douglas Drum

Aug 12, 1943 -

Feb 28, 2020

Douglas Albert Drum, 76, passed away on Feb. 28, 2020, in Anchorage, Alaska. He was born on Aug. 12, 1943, in Hart, Mich.

Doug moved to Alaska in 1969, where he worked as a meat cutter for D&A Supermarket and Carrs Quality Centers. In 1976, he founded Indian Valley Meats next to his home in Indian, Alaska, where he processed game and fish for local residents. His original recipes made his products popular and sought after throughout Alaska and over the years his business grew to be one of the best and most successful meat processing companies in the state.

Of Doug's many interests, his love of flying and exploring Alaska in his airplanes was one of his favorites. He was an accomplished hunter, successful both in Alaska and on trips abroad, and enjoyed fishing as well. Doug loved animals and at various times kept reindeer, turkeys, quail, peacocks and homing pigeons on the grounds. His black Labrador Trixie had a special place in his heart.

Doug lived life to the fullest but still found time to help others. He was a man of integrity and kindness to all who knew him. He was close to his two brothers, Dale (Peggy) Drum and Don (Alta) Drum, and often visited them at their homes in Michigan. One of his biggest joy's was the 28 years spent with Kathryn, the love of his life.

A celebration of Doug's life will be held later this summer on a date to be announced. Please send a message to celebratedoug@yahoo.com to remain informed of the event details.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Doug's name to the Alaska Air Museum.