Todd A. Rasmussen,
Ilion, New York
Todd A. Rasmussen, age 55, of High Street, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Sunday, July 4, 2021.
He was born on September 25, 1965, in Ilion son of Andrew and Sandra (Fresco) Rasmussen and graduated from Ilion High School. He furthered his education attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute and graduated with a bachelors degree in business administration. He was last employed with Staffworks, Utica where he was a nursing recruiter. He also served a four year apprenticeship as a bricklayer.
Todd treasured the times he spent at his camp on Canadarago Lake which he owned for many years and where he loved to fish and hunt. He also loved the Grateful Dead and attended many of their concerts with his best friend Corey.
Survivors include his beloved family; his children, Jacob Rasmussen and Mary of Johnstown and Zackary Rasmussen of Ilion; his parents, Andy and Sandra of Ilion; his sister, Andrea and John Mark Behe of Michigan and niece, Erin Behe.
A celebration of Todd's life will be held from 5 pm to 7 pm on Friday, July 9th, 2021 at Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5 (corner of Bidleman Road), Little Falls, with Deacon James Bower, officiating a service at 7 pm. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at this time. Burial will be private in Armory Hill Cemetery, Ilion. Kindly consider and send memorial contributions in Todd's memory to the Herkimer County Humane Society. The Rasmussen family would like to offer their gratitude to Jenn, Patty and Liz for their kindness and compassion. If you are not vaccinated, a face mask is required.