Obituary of KENT RASMUSSEN

KENT RASMUSSEN Suddenly on Friday, June 27, 2014, Kent passed away at the age of 53 years. Kent leaves to mourn his loving wife of 19 years, Karen; daughter Carly; mother Ellen; brothers Robert (Terri), Kaj (Kelly); twin sister Inger (Rick); sister-in-law Sharon; aunts and uncles as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and his loyal 4 legged companion Heidi. He was predeceased by his father Robert; father-in-law Leo and mother-in-law Theresa. Kent was born in Skaering, Denmark and came to Winnipeg in 1968. In 1995 he married Karen and in 1997 his pride and joy, Carly, was born. Upon completing his education he spent his life long career in the fire alarm industry. Kent loved barbequing for his family and friends. He loved the outdoors, be it fishing, camping or just spending time at the lake. His greatest passion was cycling and cross-country skiing which he enjoyed at every opportunity. Kent was a member of Brooklands and Weston Legion #2. Kent touched all our lives and will be sadly missed by all his family and numerous friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 4 at 2:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. A private family interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kent’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba.