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1922 - 2006
.JPG) Lucille (Griffith) Rasmussen, known as “Lucy”, age 83 of Grand Rapids died Thursday January 19, 2006 in Grand Rapids. She fought a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Spencer Township Kent County MI the daughter of L. LeRoy and Anna Johnson Griffith. Lucy graduated from Greenville High School with the class of 1940 and was married on April 26, 1941 to Robert Rasmussen.
She was preceded in death by her brothers Robert Griffith in 1955 and James Griffith in 2001, sister Geraldine Pringle in 2004, her daughter in law Gloria Rasmussen in 1987 and grandson Nathan on January 3, 2004.
She is survived by her husband Bob Rasmussen, their sons, Douglas (Jan) Rasmussen of Kalamazoo and William (Sandy) Rasmussen of Grand Rapids, grandsons, Scott (Kate) Rasmussen of Ada, Spencer (Jennifer) Rasmussen of Holland, Mitchell (Kayra) Rasmussen of Grand Rapids, granddaughter, Catherine (Travis) Thomet of Lowell, great grandchildren, Benjamin, Jonathon, Samuel, Tyler, William, Anders, Ashton, Gloria, Olivia, Abagail, Anna and Alexander her sisters in law, Audrey (Bill) Richmond of Lachine MI , Elinor Chipman of Big Rapids and Doris Brokaw of Lansing and nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at Zaagman Memorial Chapel, 2800 Burton SE, Grand Rapids on Sunday January 22, 2006 at 2 PM with Rev. Jerrold T. Jones of the First Congregational Church of Greenville officiating. Burial will be in Fairplains Cemetery, Grand Rapids. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to the Leukemia Society.
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There are currently 9 condolences.
Jenny Richmond
Friday February 3, 2006 at
8:44 PM
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Aunt Lucy was a warm, understanding and generous person, to name just a few of her great qualities. As a child when my family would visit, Aunt Lucy would welcome us with open arms. I always looked forward to visiting Uncle Bob and Aunt Lucy, and have many wonderful memories of all the visits over the years. Aunt Lucy shared her home and made you feel at home. Just this summer my children and I stayed with her before leaving early the next day for Washington State. Once again, she made our stay easy and comfortable. She was always there to listen and always knew the right thing to say to make you feel better. I’ll remember Aunt Lucy’s laugh, and how she would find humor in the little things in life. I am lucky to have had such a special person as Aunt Lucy in my life, and I will miss her.
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Catherine Rasmussen-Thomet
Thursday January 26, 2006 at
2:42 PM
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You are what every woman aspires to become and had what every mother hopes to possess. You exemplify the definition of Class and Grace. Thank you for loving me. Pooh.
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Audrey (Griffith) Richmond
Thursday January 26, 2006 at
12:42 AM
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Lucy and I are sisters.
We grew up on a farm on Griffith Road along with Bob, Jim and Gerry. We were happy siblings, especially Lucy. She never picked a fight or insulted anyone. She was always just plain nice.
After we were adults, we kept in close touch. Many times my family and I visited Lucy and Bob and stayed over at their house. She called the room we slept in "your room". We always felt welcome and we had our best visits when everyone else was in bed and we stayed up very late to chat. We got teased about that but those were very memorable, precious times. We got caught up on our old friends and rest of our family and how the Spartans were doing.
She could entertain with so much ease and after preparing for days, she never said she was tired but greeted guests with so much love and grace. We had wonderful times and it was the same if you just stopped in.
I will love her, miss her smile, hugs and reassuring voice and she will live in my heart forever.
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dan pfeiffer
Monday January 23, 2006 at
11:02 AM
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bob,
you have my deepest sympathy in your loss of lucy. death seems like the end to us but it is only the beginning for her. also, bill i am sorry for the loss of your mom.
dan pfeiffer
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Ragean Schipper
Monday January 23, 2006 at
10:26 AM
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Dear Family of Lucille Rasmussen,
The DeVriendt Family has made a donation to
The Senior Meals on Wheels Program in memory
of Lucille Rasmussen. This donation will serve
100 home delivered meals to the seniors of our
community.
Please accept our deepest sympathy to you and your
family for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Senior Meals Program
1279 Cedar St., NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Marage Siedlecki (Folkringa)
mas27@altelco.net
Sunday January 22, 2006 at
6:03 PM
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Dear Bob and Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Lucy was a wonderful woman!It really was a pleasure working for her. She always made me feel welcome and at ease.Lucy and Barney would meet me at the door and welcome me in. Those were special times I'll never forget. God Bless you , Lucy!
Love,
Marge S.
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Libby Child (Harold Child's daughter)
libby_child@yahoo.com
Friday January 20, 2006 at
9:33 PM
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Dear Bob and family:
I have such happy memories of Lucy (and Bob) as I grew up attending GOP functions with my Dad, Hal. Lucy was always so warm and friendly, and one of the few females that really made me feel comfortable. We lost our Dad 2 years ago to cancer, but we still sense that he's with up. May you find peace and serenity in knowing that Lucy was admired by many - and I hope you also are left with a sense of her presence when you need to.
Warm regards,
Libby Child
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Mitch and Kayra
Friday January 20, 2006 at
8:33 PM
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Grandma “Lucy”, as we fondly called her, was the sweetest and kindest person we know. Always with a warm smile, a spirited sense of humor, and a hospitable charm that always made you feel welcome and loved. You could always count on her to have a story or update about each member of the family. There was never anything more important to her than her friends and family and it was truly a blessing to be a part of her life. Always the perfect hostess she welcomed many a neighbor, friend, or soon to be friend into her home. She was never without a camera, capturing every important family moment in her heart and through the lens. You could always count on Grandma Lucy, to listen when you needed an ear, to encourage when you needed a hand, and to comfort when you needed a hug. Her unconditional love, understanding, and patience remind us of the best within ourselves. The hole that she has left can never be filled but the memories that we shared will fill our hearts forever. We miss and love her immensely…she was the best grandma God could give us. With all our love Mitch, Kayra, Tyler and Billy Rasmussen
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Scott and Kate
Thursday January 19, 2006 at
9:27 PM
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Grandma Lucy was full of love for all who came near. She served and served her family, friends and all who Grandpa brought home.
She quietly cooked for and cleaned up after all of us. Her food always tasted amazing! Her home always felt like home.
Grandma had the greatest hug - she was warm and cuddly, always offering her arms upon arrival and leaving her home. Our babies were always soothed by her touch. Her door was always open to her friends, her boys and their friends, her grandchildren and their friends, and all the great-grandchildren.
Grandma saw the best in all of us. She encouraged each of us in our pursuits. She was always there to rejoice in our joys and cry with us in our sorrows.
Grandma quietly loved the Lord with all her heart. As she courageously fought her battle in the final weeks, we were deeply blessed by her words of knowing the Savior and hope in heaven. She had no fear. She knew where she was going.
And now she is there! With a healthy new body. Experiencing no more suffering, struggle or sorrow.
She was and is a graceful, godly woman who leaves us filled to the brim with her love for us. It will take our whole lives to pass all that love on. And we will, because we learned how to from her example.
We love and are already missing Grandma Lucy.
Lovingly, Scott and Kate
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