LCPL Paul L. Asplund (CO C BLT 1/6, USMC, USS Guam), lost his life on active duty, 17 January 1977, in Barcelona, when the liberty boat (LCM-6) he was on struck a freighter and capsized. He was 19 years old.
LCPL Asplund was born in New Albany, Indiana. He enlisted in the Marine Corps on September 26, 1975 at the age of 18. He was survived by his parents, Lawrence “Buzz” and Glee Asplund, and three siblings. He is buried at Kraft‑Graceland Memorial Park, New Albany, Indiana.
LCM-6 Accident - Barcelona, Spain - 17 January 1977 