She was the youngest of 10 children born to James Peter Rasmussen and Sarah Jensen on May 16th, 1926 in Cedarville, ID.
Amy attended High School in Preston, ID and after graduation ventured to Salt Lake City with two friends to find jobs. They remained friends throughout their lives. She attended LDS Business College and served as a Legal Secretary for the Title Insurance Agency. Later Amy was secretary and office manager for the Utah State Archeological and Paleontology Department.
Amy was youthful in appearance and outlook, energetic and optimistic. She possessed a sunny disposition and was fun to be around. Amy enjoyed gardening, travel, and playing bridge with her long-time bridge group and Skip-Bo with her Grandchildren. After retirement, she discovered a talent and love for china painting earning several ribbons at the Utah State Fair for her beautiful creations.
Membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints brought much joy to her life. She served in many capacities: Primary, Young Women and Relief Society President to name a few. She treasured her time working in the baptistry and as switchboard operator at the Jordan River Temple.
She married Harold H. Pringle on March 7, 1947. They were later divorced. She married LaVoy Allred on September 18, 1981 in the Salt Lake Temple. He died August 4th, 1985. She married Herbert Rasmussen April 13, 1989.
Amy is survived by her husband Herb and her three children: Sherry Atkinson (Dennis); Rick Pringle (Kathy); and Larry Pringle (Barbara). Also survived by LaVoy’s son David Allred (Teresa) and Herb’s children Karl Rasmussen (Teena); Barry Rasmussen (Mark); Kevin Rasmussen (Matthew); Diane Young (George); Kathryn Morgan; and Julie Miller (Joe). Her Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Great-Great Grandchildren, nieces and nephews mourn the loss of this special lady.
The family would like to thank the staff of Sagewood at Daybreak and especially her Granddaughter Christy Johnson for the loving care provided to Amy.
Funeral to be held at Valley View Funeral Home 4335 W 4100 S in West Valley City on Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 2 PM with viewing from 1-1:45 PM prior to service.
Masks and social distancing required. Services will be streamed online at 2:00pm on the Valley View Funeral Home Facebook page.
