Jeffry Rasmussen - Funeral Director, Owner

Patricia Rasmussen - Owner, Manager

Court Wilson - Pre-Need Funeral Counselor and After-Care Specialist, Funeral Director

As the National Funeral Directors Association says, “a funeral is more than a way to say goodbye; it's an opportunity to celebrate the life of someone special.” At Rasmussen Mortuary, we strive to arrange funeral services to provide an appropriate, final tribute for the person we are memorializing. The actions and characteristics of the person can be incorporated into each funeral we arrange. At the same time, we realize some people aren't sure how to plan an appropriate memorial. That is why Rasmussen Mortuary offers both pre-planned and custom services.

A funeral service is one in which the body is present; a memorial service is when the body is not present. Sometimes, people will request to have a funeral in one location and then a memorial service at a later date in another location. Most funerals are held within just a few days of death and are usually presided by a clergy member. Rasmussen Mortuary is able to accommodate you, no matter what your needs or plans are.

Rasmussen Mortuary does not offer grave space but is able to coordinate transportation to a cemetery of your choosing, as well as help finding a suitable location.

Planning funeral arrangements is a challenging mix of wanting the best for our loved ones, yet also being forced to deal with the realities of cost.

Rasmussen Mortuary realizes that, while it may be hard to think about money at such an emotional time, ignoring the financial realities could create serious financial consequences after the funeral.

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission says . . .

“Funerals rank among the most expensive purchases many consumers will ever make. A traditional funeral, including a casket and vault, costs about $6,000, although "extras" like flowers, obituary notices, acknowledgment cards or limousines can add thousands of dollars to the bottom line. Many funerals run well over $10,000. “

Basic services fees (required for every funeral) Funeral planning Obtaining proper permits, death certificates, notices, etc. Sheltering the remains Coordinating with the cemetery, crematory, or other third parties Embalming services Cremation costs Caskets Burial vault and/or grave liners Cemetery plot Grave marker Service additions (including flowers, acknowledgment cards, limousines, obituaries, honorariums, guest books, and more)

This is not meant to be a definitive list of all our our services or costs, merely a tool to assist you in planning. For information on actual costs, contact us.