Nels Peter Rasmussen, Sr., 87, of Goreville, formerly of Alvin, IL, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2014 at his home.
Nels was born on February 17, 1927 in Rankin, IL to Rasmus and Katie (Christiansen) Rasmussen. He married Madge M. Young in June of 1954 in Dayton, OH. She preceded him in death on June 7, 2006.
He was a graduate of Oakwood High School in Oakwood, Illinois and the University of Illinois in Champaign. Nels was a US Army Veteran who served during the Korean Conflict. He worked for 35 years as the Credit and Collection Manager for Tee Pak Credit Union in Danville before he retired in 1992.
He was a Lutheran. In his spare time he enjoyed spending time outdoors fishing and reading about history and politics. He followed the Chicago Cubs, Bears and Bulls and U of I Basketball. He loved his dog Bruno and the many walks he took.
Survivors include-
Son- Michael Rasmussen of Algonquin, IL
Son- Peter Rasmussen and wife Peggy of Libertyville
Son- Mark Rasmussen and wife Janice of Goreville
Daughter- Rebecca Rasmussen of Goreville
Grandchild- Jaclyn Ashford of Elgin
Grandchild- Chad Rasmussen of Madison, WI
Grandchild- Katie Rasmussen of Washington, DC
Grandchildren- Matthew and Kyle Rasmussen of Libertyville
Grandchildren- Sarah and Grace Rasmussen of Peoria
Step Grandchildren- Kristy and Scott Vicary
Great Granddaughter- Addison Ashford of Elgin
Sister- Kathryn Miller and husband Earl of Raleigh, NC
Several nieces and nephews
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, son- John Rasmussen and one brother- John Rasmussen.
Graveside funeral services will be held at August 30, 2014 at 11 am at the Union Cemetery in Rankin, Illinois. Rev. Ray Owens will officiate. Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home in Marion, Illinois is handling local arrangements.
Memorial donations are suggested to the American Cancer Society or a charity of the donor’s choice and will be accepted at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home/ 800 N. Market St/ Marion, IL 62959.