John "Johanna" "JJ" Rasmussen
April 6, 1944 - April 6, 2012
John Rasmussen passed away on April 6, 2012. Born as John David Rasmussen on April 6, 1944 to James and Wilma Tervort Rasmussen, he was raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. He graduated from South High School and then the University of Utah. He was married to Sharon Mortensen for 28 years and later divorced. Together they had three beautiful daughters. Throughout his career as a newsman, journalist, and writer he traveled extensively and lived in Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, and Sacramento. Later, he shared several years with his love, Jacquelyn, who preceded him in death. During his lifetime, he used his voice to fight for the underdog. He is survived by his older brother, Jim (Marie) Rasmussen, Bountiful; former wife Sharon Rasmussen, Denver; daughters Bethany (Lewis) Alas, Denver; Meredith (Alan) Atkinson, Washington, D.C.; and Lindsay (Brad) Poff, Houston; and 5 grandchildren, Olivia, Zachary, Emily, Sofia, and Mirabel. Private memorial services will be held by the family.
John Rasmussen passed away on April 6, 2012. Born as John David Rasmussen on April 6, 1944 to James and Wilma Tervort Rasmussen, he was raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. He graduated from South High School and then the University of Utah.... View Obituary & Service Information