Daryl A. Rasmussen, (Flag Emblem) of Antigo, died Monday, May 20, 2013 at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, Mich. He was 63 years old. He was born on May 17, 1950 in Neenah, a son of Lyle Rasmussen of Menasha and the late Jeanette (Immel) Rasmussen. He married Bonnadine Selenske on June 9, 1973 at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Polar. She survives.
Mr. Rasmussen graduated from Menasha High School and served in the United States Marines from January 28, 1969 to September 9, 1970 serving in Vietnam.
He was employed at Central Paper in Menasha for 7 years. In 1978 he moved to Antigo. He was a welder for Gallenberg Equipment for 18 years and most recently for Nortec both in Antigo.
He was a volunteer firefighter for the Town of Antigo Volunteer Fire Department, serving as president for 24 years. For 28 years he taught snowmobile and ATV safety courses for the Department of Natural Resources. He served as constable for the town of Antigo.
He was a member of the Deerbrook Bridge Runners and Triple R Riding Club.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, bowling and playing baseball. He was a Green Bay Packer fan.
In addition to his wife survivors include a daughter, Catherine (Paul) Spaulding of Appleton; a grandson, Pierce Spaulding; two sisters, Beverly (Daniel) Rarey of Menasha and Karen (John) Van Price of Menasha; two brothers, Jim Rasmussen of Menasha and Dale (Julie) Rasmussen of Neenah; three brothers-in-law, Ronald Selenske of Coloma, William Selenske of Wausau and Robert (Cindy) Selenske of Westfield; two sisters-in-law, Jean (Corbett) Harbor of Neenah and Bette Hetto of Antigo. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great nephews, other relatives, friends and his canine companion, Miss Pee-wee.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Charles Selenske.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home with Rev. Donald Engebretson officiating. Visitation will be 4 - 8 p.m. on Friday and 11:30 a.m - 12:30 pm on Saturday all at the funeral home. Antigo veterans will conduct military rites at the funeral home following the service.
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Daryl was always smiling and was always willing to help you out !!!
Dear Bonnie and family,
We are saddened by learning of Daryl's passing. It seems like such a short time ago we were together at Riverview. Please know he and your family are in our prayers. God Bless!!!
Tom and Judy Hanley
Bonnie, Cathy, Paul and Pierce, we were so saddened to hear this news. You have our deepest sympathy. Daryl was a wonderful, happy man and life around camp won't be the same. We now have our memories.
Rick and Cindy
Dear Cathy & Family:
So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Bonnie and Family: So sorry for your loss. Sending up prayers to help you through this difficult time. Sincerely, Mike and Melinda Whitt
To Bonnie and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap you in His loving arms and give you His peace. I know what you are going through as I lost Carl last July. If you would like to talk day or night get my phone number from Bill
Bonnie, Cathy, and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of Daryl. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shelli (Misfeldt), Chris, Robby, Michael, and Scott Hagerty
To Bonnie and your family. My deepest sympathies. I didn't know Darly well, but he was always working around camp, quick to laugh and just seemed to be a dear hearted man. I'm so sorry for your great loss.Our Love and support is with you. The Kolpacks
To know Daryl was to like him, he had a compelling personality. I remember him letting me drive the farm equipment on his farm and him giving me little chores to do and watching a calf being born @ the farm. I also remember him giving me chewing tobacco to mix with my gum (lol!). He was a good friend of my dad & mom. He will be missed. My condolences go out to his family during this sad time.
I would like to take this time to send my heartfelt prayers and wishes for comfort to the family of a wonderful man who passed today. He was a father figure to many, a comedian, a man with a huge heart, tough as nails when he needed to be, but as giving as the day is long. This man has taught me alot about being a Firefighter. He knew more than most. I will forever remember serving with him and always hold him close to my heart. I am proud to say that I served along side of this man. May all blessings and prayers find you all.
Bonnie and Family..I am sorry to learn of Daryls passing. My heartfelt sympathies are with you at this time. I remember Daryl as a friend when we were on the Town of Antigo volunteer fire department in the 1980's. He was a joy to be around. He was funny, caring and a serious hard worker. May God Bless his soul and he rest in peace.
Ralph Schwartz (Formerly of Polar and Schwartz Country Inn)
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