Rasmussen, Richard

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• 1940 Census: 1940, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• Obituary: 30 Nov 2013; Appleton Post Crescent

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1940 Census:
Paul J Rasmussen32
Doris L Rasmussen32
Richard P Rasmussen8

Obituary:
Richard P. Rasmussen, 82, went to his heavenly home November 29, 2013. Many knew him by Dick, Raz, Mr. Crescent and even Abe (A-bee). He was born June 17, 1931 to the late Paul and Doris (Peg Durkee) Rasmussen. When a child he had streptococcus infection so he spent the first grade in bed. While being a bat boy for the Appleton Papermakers, he received a broken nose from a warm up pitch. He graduated from Appleton High School in 1950 and went to Lawrence University for one semester before enlisting in the Army where he received a medical discharge. On October 9, 1954 married Shirley (Kasten) while being employed at Wisconsin Bearing Co. He then joined in his father's business, Crescent Electric Motor Service where he later took over as owner and operated it until his retirement in 1993. In 1964 they moved from Appleton to a farm in Grand Chute. He also worked part-time as a teller for three years at the Fox Valley Greyhound Park until their closing.
They spent many happy winters in Las Vegas where they made many friends playing bingo. In his younger years, he enjoyed sports, hunting, fishing, bowling and watching football. For many years, he enjoyed his Model A Coupe, going to Iola with the neighbors, working on his cars and going to auctions. He had a special intrest in old toys and pedal cars, and he also enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports.
He is survived by his loving wife Shirley of 59 years; five children: Gary "Big Fritz" (fiancé Sheila), LaCrescent, MN; Jim "Fritz" (Brenda), Appleton; Dave "Bender" (Laura), Kaukauna; Deb (Mark) Toll, Appleton; Brian (Jill), Appleton. Grandchildren: Kathryn, Christine, Kim, MN; Ashley, Nicole, Appleton; Cory Podolski, Appleton; Rob Malouf (Amanda), Menasha, Michael Toll, Appleton; Hilary, Milwaukee, Hannah (Mitchell) England, Minneapolis, MN, Noah, Ian, Appleton. Two great grandchildren: Kendra and Ethan, Menasha. One sister, Judy Moore, Oshkosh; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Sister-in law, Lorraine Schroeder, Appleton; brother-in law, Marvin Kasten, Winneconne. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter-in law, Nancy of MN, brother-in laws and sister-in laws.
The Christian Funeral Service for Richard will be held on Wednesday, December 4, 2013 at 11:00 AM at TRINITY EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, W6399 County Rd O, Appleton with Rev. Ronald Ash officiating. A time of visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2013 from 4:00 until 8:00 PM at the Wichmann Funeral Home and on Wednesday from 9:30 AM until the time of the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers a memorial fund is being established in his name. The family would like to extend their thanks to Dr. Jack Anderson and the great care given by ThedaCare Hospice, especially Nurse Mary. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wichmannfargo.com.
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, 2013

Richard married Kasten, Shirley (daughter of Kasten, Fred and Peters, Edna) [Group Sheet]

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• Obituary: 26 Jan 2017; APC

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Obituary:
David "Bender" Paul Rasmussen, 57 of Kaukauna, lost his battle with cancer on Tuesday January 24, 2017. He was born June 5, 1959 in Appleton, son of Shirley (Kasten) and the late Richard Rasmussen. David married Laura Killian on April 21, 1990.
David loved his job at Spectrum America (Shopko), where he was employed as a truck driver for the past 17 years. He loved life to the fullest and enjoyed spending time up north. You could find David at one of his neighbors, visiting or helping out whenever needed. He enjoyed Jeep riding with the Jeep club. David had so many friends, it didn't seem to matter where he went, there was always someone he knew. He touched the lives of many people.
David is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Laura; son, Cory; mother, Shirley; sister, Deb (Mark) Toll; his three brothers: Gary (Sheila), Jim (Brenda), and Brian (Jill); two sisters in-law: Diane Ley, and Linda (Doug) Brauer; brother in-law, Mike (Diane) Killian; and many nieces and nephews. He was further preceded in death by a sister in-law, Nancy Rasmussen; and brother in-law, Tom Ley.
A celebration of David's life will be held on Sunday January 29, 2017 at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, beginning at 12:00 PM until 4:00 PM. A prayer service will begin at 4:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.
David's family would like to extend a special thank you to his "girls" and the entire staff at St. Elizabeth Cancer Center who helped David through his treatments, and to Pastor Ninmer for helping him prepare for his final journey.
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent from Jan. 25 to Jan. 29, 2017

David married Killian, Laura (daughter of Killian, Richard H. and VandenHogen, Wilma) [Group Sheet]