Raymond T. Rasmussen

Raymond T. Rasmussen, age 91 of the City of Waukesha, WI passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at home.

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.