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1921 - 2011
 Robert Rasmussen age 90 of Grand Rapids died at home April 14, 2011. He was born near Greenville April 1, 1921 the son of William G and Florence C. Deja Rasmussen and was a 1938 graduate of Sheridan High School. He served in the US Army in WW II and was a former pilot. He was the founder of Rasmussen Siding and Roofing and owner from 1952 to 1993. He served on many state commissions and authorities appointed by the governor and was a life member and former president of the Optimist Club , a charter member of the Greenville Area Community Foundation, the Danish Brotherhood of Greenville, The Viking Club, American Legion Post #101 of Greenville, served on the finance cabinet for The Frederick Meijer Gardens, Charter member of the Board of the Grand Rapids Better Business Bureau, former member of the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce, past member of Blythfield Country Club, served as an officer of the Kent County Republican party and was most proud of serving as National President and chairman of the Board of NARI (National Assoc. of remodeling Industry) in Washington DC.
He married Lucille E. Griffith on April 26, 1941 and she preceded him in death on January 19, 2006 also preceding him in death were his daughter-in-law Gloria Rasmussen and his brother Paul and great grandson Nathan Thomet.
He is survived by his sons, Douglas (Jan) of Kalamazoo, William (Sandy) of Grand Rapids, grandsons; Scott (Kate) of Ada, Spencer (Jennifer) of Holland, Mitchell (Kayra) of Grand Rapids, granddaughter, Catherine (Travis) of Lowell, 14 great grandchildren, his sister Doris Brokaw of Lansing, a special friend Phoebe Wilson of Sheridan and nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held Tuesday at 2 PM April 19,2011 at Zaagman Memorial chapel, 2800 Burton St. SE Grand Rapids with Rev. Dr. Robert Braman officiating. Visitation with the family will begin at 1 PM Tuesday. Burial will be in Fairplain Cemetery, Grand Rapids. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to Spectrum Health Hospice. |
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There are currently 10 condolences.
Carol Shaffer
Tuesday April 26, 2011 at
8:45 PM
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Dear Doug, Bill, and family
Please except my deepest sympathy on the death of your father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
My contact with him was infrequent but he was always kind and supportive, a truly wonderful person to me.
My prayers are with your family.
Sincerely,
Carol Shaffer
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Jon Nunn
Wednesday April 20, 2011 at
3:11 PM
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I was Executive Director of Kent County Republicsn from the late 1970s throught 1990. Bob was a great friend and Republican activist/ supporter. They don't come any better.
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John Blomeling
Tuesday April 19, 2011 at
4:48 PM
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I am very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. It was always a pleasure seeing Bob and listening to his stories. He led a interesting life, to put it mildly. My deepest condolences to the Rasmussen family and especially Phoebe. May God bless you all.
John Blomeling Formerly with Senior Meals On Wheels
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John Quaregna CR
Tuesday April 19, 2011 at
12:12 PM
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To the Rasmussen Family,
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a very special part of our association and will be missed.
John Quaregna CR
Past NARI National President
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Erin Griffith (Pilarski)
Tuesday April 19, 2011 at
9:31 AM
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I have fond memories of Uncle Bob and Aunt Lucy as a child swimming at their home. Keeping Doug, Jan, Billy, Sandy, Scott, Spencer, Mitchell and all of the family in our thoughts and prayers. God bless, with love, Erin
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Wanda Thurmond
Tuesday April 19, 2011 at
6:30 AM
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On behalf of my family and I,we send our deepest sympathy to your family.
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Duane and Bronwyn Clark
Monday April 18, 2011 at
7:25 PM
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So sorry we can`t be at the funeral, Duane is still recovering from back surgery. We send all our prayers to you all. We have many fond memories of Uncle Bob through out all the years.
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Nora Ellen Godfrey
Sunday April 17, 2011 at
6:53 PM
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What a great human being Bob was. I worked in Greenville,s Long Term Care where his wonderful parents were. It was there our paths crossed. He was so great to the other residents. Always saw he and Lucy at our Greenville Alumni gatherings.Rev. Bob Braman was also wonderful. There kindness will always be remembered. God Bless Bob.Now he will be with his wonderful Lucy.
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Tom Mathieu
Sunday April 17, 2011 at
6:49 AM
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My deepest sympathy to Doug and Bill and and the entire extended family of Bob Rasmussen.
I am so sorry that I cannot be back in Michigan in time for the service.
Bob was a longtime close and dearly loved friend. I've sent a
little more descriptive account of our interaction over the years and hope it gets read at the service.
It was devastating news when I was told of his passing, but I try to find comfort in knowing that his suffering is over. His quality of life was not good at all, these last few years.
For Bob--this message:
I'm going to miss you deeply my dear friend. You and Merritt get sharpened up with your gin game. I'll be there with you one of these days. And we'll be playing cards just like the old times.
Tom Mathieu
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Alice Morris Childs
Saturday April 16, 2011 at
11:29 AM
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On behalf of the remaining Morris Family, we send our sympathy. My brothers knew him well, and played with him when they were kids.
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