Kevin Rasmussen

Salina, Utah - On January 13, 2026 after enduring a long brave battle with prostate cancer, Kevin Ira Rasmussen was released from his earthly pain and called home into the loving arms of his Savior. Earthside he was surrounded by family and friends as he slipped quietly from this Earth and he was welcomed Heavenside in a joyous, peaceful reunion. His loss has left an immeasurable hole in our hearts. He will be deeply missed by his family and also by a community whose lives were touched by his kindness, generosity and bright smile.

Kevin was born January 23, 1960 in Salina, Utah to Rodney and Eunice Rasmussen. He was the third child of four children. He was raised with strong values rooted in faith, perseverance and service. Kevin learned the value of hard work at a very young age and his passion for excavation and asphalt paving started by playing with toy Caterpillar equipment in the sandbox when he was only 3 years old.

Kevin graduated from North Sevier High School in 1978 and went on to attend Utah Technical College in Orem, Utah, where he studied diesel mechanics. He later served a two-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Leeds, England. He deeply loved his mission and formed lifelong friendships that he cherished to this day.

After returning from his mission Kevin met and fell in love with Stacie A. Hansen and proudly raised 3 beautiful daughters. They built a family with the motto “A family that PLAYS together, STAYS together.” They spent their weekends camping, snowmobiling, hunting or at the lake. They had a hobby for every season. Family meant everything to Kevin, and he treasured every moment spent with those he loved.

Kevin had a lifelong passion for excavation and asphalt paving. The family business began with his grandfather, continued with his father, and Kevin proudly carried it forward. After years of working alongside his father, Kevin and Stacie were able to purchase the business. Kevin deeply valued his employees and treated them like family. He took great pride in the quality of his work and in running jobs efficiently and with integrity. He loved bringing his daughters, son in laws, nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great nieces and nephews to work with him. He found great pride in patiently teaching them about the family business and instilling in them the values of hard work, honesty and in doing things right.

A hardworking and driven man, Kevin ran his own construction company and was highly successful. Through years of dedication, bravery and grit, he built more than a business. He built trust. He built friendships and he built a reputation rooted in honesty. He was widely admired in the construction field not only for his work ethic, but for his kindness, faith and willingness to help anyone in need.

Kevin was a cherished grandfather to ten grandchildren who brought him immense joy and pride. You would rarely see Kevin without one of his grandkids in tow. If he didn’t have one of his grandchildren with him, he was likely headed to one of their events to cheer them on. Everything they did made him proud. They were his entire world and the reason he fought such a long, brave battle against cancer. He wasn’t afraid of dying … he was afraid of missing out on their lives. He loved spending time with them and making memories.

Kevin was truly one of a kind. He was funny, warm-hearted, and full of life. His laughter was contagious, his stories unforgettable, and his presence comforting. He loved the outdoors and everything that brought people together. He had a passion for restoring vintage cars and trucks and passed that passion on to several of his grandchildren. He also loved riding his Harley-Davidsons. You could often find him cruising the streets of town with his oldies playlist blaring and a grandchild on the back of his Harley with him.

In the final years of his life, Kevin faced immense health challenges with extraordinary courage and grace. He lived by a simple but powerful motto: “No Bad Days.” You can have bad seconds, you can have bad minutes, you can have bad hours, but never let anything or anyone ruin a whole day. Kevin lived this philosophy daily, choosing gratitude, strength, and hope, and inspiring everyone around him to do the same.

Kevin was a true example of generosity and kindness. He had a rare and remarkable ability to make people feel important. Kevin believed deeply in others and had an incredible gift for recognizing their potential, often encouraging and lifting people up in ways that changed their lives. His circle of friends was wide, a reflection of the genuine love and respect he showed to everyone he met. Through simple acts of kindness, sincere interest in others, and a generous heart, Kevin left a lasting impression on all who were blessed to know him.

Kevin’s work on Earth was finished but his family is certain he still has great work to do in Heaven. Grandpa Rodney has the roads of Heaven graded and ready for Kevin to pave. With tear filled eyes and broken hearts … we gave him “one last love” and we let him go. We know he is finally happy, healthy and will always be watching over us. Though he leaves a space that can never be filled, his love and example will remain with us always.

He will be deeply missed by his wife: Stacie A. Rasmussen. Children: Tanya (Kolby) Harward, Bree (Zach) Wilcox, Katie (Kason) Church.

Siblings: Kirk (Larea) Rasmussen, Kreig (Dixie) Rasmussen, Sheila (Troy) Manwill.

Grandchildren: Kade Harward, Dallie Davis, Tryan Harward, Quinn Davis, Avery Church, MaKynlee Church, Ledge Davis, Brek Church, Scottlyn Church, Broox Wilcox and extended family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched with his warmth, wisdom, and kindness.

Kevin is preceded in death by his parents: Rodney and Eunice Rasmussen, Father in law: Deon Hansen and Kenneth Payne, Mother in law: Sheila Payne, Brother in law: Jason Hansen, Sister in law: Natalie Hansen and Mitzie Rasmussen.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM in the Salina LDS Stake Center, where friends may call for viewing Friday evening, January 23rd, from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. or Saturday morning from 9:00 to 10:30 AM prior to the services.

Live streaming of the services can be found at: www.springerturner.com under Kevin’s obituary about 15 minutes prior to starting time.

Burial will be in the Pioneer Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah. The family would like to invite all to join the funeral procession to the cemetery with their motorcycles or vintage trucks and cars.