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Ray was born on May 24, 1933 in Milwaukee, WI, the son of George and Marie Rasmussen. Ray was united in marriage on June 3, 1961 to Joy L. (nee Parask) Rasmussen. The couple lived over 45 years in New Berlin, WI prior to moving to Waukesha, WI in 2014.
Ray enjoyed golfing at Moor Downs Golf Course, kayaking on the Fox River, and walking in the park near his home while meeting people and their dogs. Ray loved being on the water and watching nature, including thunderstorms.
He will be dearly missed by his wife; Joy, six children; Mike (Paula) Rasmussen of Waukesha, WI, Jon (Jo Anne) Rasmussen of Mukwonago, WI, Todd (Kathy) Rasmussen of East Troy, WI, Rebecca Rasmussen of Merrill, WI, Amy Minnett of Surrey BC, Canada, and Sara Rasmussen of Waukesha, WI. Ray is survived by eleven grandchildren; Christopher (Gloria) Rasmussen, Amanda Rasmussen, Hannah (Troy) Viegut, Andrea (Mike) Rice, Kyle (Rachel) Rasmussen, Aaron (Megan) Rasmussen, Mia Willett, Ava Willett, Tyler Grambort, Summer Rasmussen, and Sienna Minnett and two great granddaughters; Kellyann Rasmussen and Evie Rice. Also survived by his sister Mary (Rasmussen) Kent and many nieces. Ray was preceded in death by his brother Dan Rasmussen and sister Sharon Rasmussen.
At Ray's request, there will be no formal services but private family gatherings.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Heritage Funeral Home, 16880 W National Avenue, New Berlin, WI 53151.
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Gary Muroski
August 24, 2024
We enjoyed golf with Dale and Forrest
Afterwards we stopped at John's for a dog with the works
We'll miss you my friend
Paula Rasmussen
August 22, 2024
Ray was a wonderful father-in- law. He loved and lived his life for his family. I was always in awe of how much he loved Joy; still holding her hand after 63 years of marriage. I will miss his sense of humor and his hardy hugs!! We love you Ray
Amy Joy
August 22, 2024
Amy Joy
August 22, 2024
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Rebecca Rasmussen
August 22, 2024
I love you Dad! You brought us all great joy! You appreciated God's creation deeply from details of flowers and birds (well, everything) ~ to your love for animals and babies and people with special needs ~ you were always amazed by the details of babies feet and toes ... you were in awe like a child experiencing it for the first time; and verbally expressive to share your heart. You were so warm and available to everyone! You radiated love and kindness and were greatly enjoyed. by everyone who had an opportunity to meet or know you. You were a gentleman and a protector. Good at heart ALWAYS. I love you for who you were ~ you were the very best dad a girl could ever have. I will miss being called "doll" and your embraces that could have damn near crushed my bones... lol! I could go on and on and how remarkably funny you were. We laughed non stop and you were so quick witted surprising people continually with your dry sense of humor. We all carry that trait and see you in all of us. We are all amazing humans because of you and we all have different gifts and talents and deeply love you in our own unique way. You were the gadget guy who could fix anything and taught me so much about how to fix a car and do routine maintenance or an emergency repair. You were always available emotionally; spiritually and physically. I remember one of your first hospitilations and remember being shocked to realize you were a mere mortal. haha. I remember as a child never feeling afraid when you were home - when you were there - I was SAFE. You were GOLDEN. I know God has you ... you knew Him. I know that. And I am so thankful that you are with your family. I know how happy you must be. Praise God! I am at peace and respect you . you were always good at decision making. I respect you for being of sound mind and of sound heart and your decency and moral compass. I love you Dad! I can't wait to see you (and tom ) again .. but you are gonna have to wait until I am at least 100 because I have the family right in front of me that I have to soak up loving until then. In Christ there are no goodbyes so Ill see you in a blink of an eye!! <3
Mike Rasmussen
August 21, 2024
Mike Rasmussen
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Mike Rasmussen
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Mike Rasmussen
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Mike Rasmussen
August 21, 2024
I couldn't have asked for a better dad. My dad was always there for me and always took care of his family and friends. "Bumpa Ray" was an amazing grandpa with all his grandchildren. It breaks my heart knowing that he will not get to know or play with my sons daughter or joke around or text my kids. Although my dad was 91, he lived a good life and always made people smile with his quick witted personality. Dad you left a whole in my heart and hopefully time will heal me. Dad, I know you always took care of mom but there's no need to worry, we will take care of her for you. I look forward to one day seeing your smiling face and laughing again with you.
Love and miss you dad,
Mike
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