Alan Joseph Rasmussen

Alan Joseph Rasmussen obituary, Orlando, FL

Alan Joseph Rasmussen

Alan Rasmussen Obituary

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Alan J Rasmussen passed away at the age of 63 in Orlando, Florida where he had been a long time resident. He was born on March 5, 1960 in Port Jervis, NY to the late Hans A Rasmussen and Anna B (Hicks) Rasmussen. Alan graduated from Port Jervis High School and attended and graduated from University of Tampa in 1982. Alan was an educator and was heavily involved in many civic and community organizations.
He is survived by his maternal cousins Bernetta Drapala and family of Port Jervis, NY, Belinda Bodensieck and family of Port Jervis, NY and Francine Hicks of Milford, PA. He is also survived by his beloved dog, Thunder. He also leaves behind many friends from work and church. He will be greatly missed. Alan was predeceased by his parents, and his uncles Fred Hicks and Joseph V Hicks. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 24 at Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home from 6PM to 8PM. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, January 25 at 10AM at Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home with a committal service at Greenwood Cemetery to follow. In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Alans name to the American Heart Association or a charity of your choice.
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Visitation
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
6:00 - 8:00pm (Eastern time)
Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home
2811 Curry Ford Rd,
Orlando,
FL 32806

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Funeral Service
Thursday, January 25, 2024
10:00 - 11:00am (Eastern time)
Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home
2811 Curry Ford Rd,
Orlando,
FL 32806

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Graveside Service
Thursday, January 25, 2024
11:30am - 12:00pm (Eastern time)
Greenwood Cemetery
1603 Greenwood St,
Orlando,
FL 32801

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Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home

2811 Curry Ford Rd, Orlando, FL 32806

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Diana Moore

February 12, 2024

He was a good union steward.

American Heart Association

January 26, 2024

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Shannon

January 24, 2024

Alan was such a kind spirit! We volunteered together for several years and at several events with Nathaniel's Hope. I appreciated his dedication and delight in serving others.

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