David Orville Rasmussen

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David Orville Rasmussen

1944 - 2025

We are saddened to announce that David passed away suddenly at his home in Starbuck on November 18, 2025. He was predeceased by his parents Walter (2008) and Ruth (2001) and his brother-in-law Jim Shirtliffe (2020).

He is survived by his siblings: Ron Rasmussen (Gwen), Janice Shirtliffe and Darlene Miller. He is also survived by ten nieces and nephews and their families.

David was born in Winnipeg in 1944. He grew up on his parents’ farm in Dacotah and was an active farm partner with his parents and brother. He was a collector and had deep interests in history, cars and movies. When it was time for Trivial Pursuit, it was always best to be on David’s team.

In 2009, David bought and proudly moved into his home in Starbuck, where he thrived and was a friend to many.

Always young at heart, ‘Uncle David’ was a special uncle to two generations of nieces and nephews, all with lasting memories of his playfulness, wit and laughter.

David and his good friend Ben Russenholt were adventurers and community enthusiasts. In addition to two cruises to Alaska and the Panama Canal, David and Ben were involved in everything happening in Starbuck and regularly traveled throughout southern Manitoba to participate in town events, festivals and fall suppers.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Starbuck on December 6 at 11:00am. Private interment will take place at a later date.

Donations in David’s memory can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Arrangements entrusted to:

Interlake Cremation & Memorial Services

Tributes: www.interlakecremation.ca

DAVID ORVILLE RASMUSSEN

1944 - 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Rasmussen.

A Celebration of Life will be held on December 6, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Starbuck.

A longer obituary will follow.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 22, 2025, Nov 29, 2025