Annette Rasmussen Curtis

Amazing wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, Annette graduated from this world September 7, 2024 surrounded by her loving family and friends during their final moments together.

She was born on January 3, 1948 in Murray, Utah to R. Philip Rasmussen and Donna Irene Mulcock. Annette’s family moved into the ward of Richard Lindsay Curtis where, upon seeing Annette for the first time in sacrament meeting, he knew it was love at first sight and asked her to a fireside that very night. Annette attended Skyline High School where she participated in many activities, including Pep Club and relished the memories with her many friends there.

After dating this dashing basketball player from her rival high school and writing him on his mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mom and Dad were married June 12, 1969 in the Salt Lake Temple. Their marriage was the start of 55 happy years together.

Mom and Dad moved to Provo, UT for Annette to finish her degree at BYU in Child Development & Elementary Education. While at BYU, she also enjoyed being a member of Angel Flight.

Soon after, Mom and Dad moved to Lincoln Nebraska for dental and orthodontic school for six years. After Dad graduated, they moved to Salt Lake where they raised their five daughters.

Mom had a strong testimony of the gospel with unwavering faith in Christ. She has had a righteous impact on her children and grandchildren, who will influence many generations to come. She was very involved in her church callings – always serving tirelessly regardless of where she served. Mom always gave her calling 110%, including her service in the University of Utah sororities for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was an advisor to the RHO chapter and then as an interchapter leader for Lamba Delta Sigma, where she felt great love for these ladies who served together. They felt they held the “Celestial Calling.” Mom was every young woman’s friend, showing them love, kindness and yummy treats. Mom loved her time serving at the U and has always cherished those friendships.

Mom and Dad were fortunate to serve together later in life at an YSA ward in the U of U area and on a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Johannesburg, South Africa. Their service was marked by selflessness and deep commitments to their faith, fellow missionaries, and countless members. And, to this day, they have enjoyed the reunions held with fellow senior couples from their mission.

Mom taught us all the true character of charity as she endlessly loved, served and fed those around her. With her daughters in tow, she would bring dinner to a family, clean a house, help with laundry, or bring a treat to a neighbor. We all learned from her example and have tried to emulate what she stood for. Affectionately known as “Nettie” to many, all felt welcome, loved, and well-fed with good treats while in her home.

Mom was the “hostess with the mostess.” She knew how to throw a great party and paid attention to every detail. Mom made everything fun, especially around the holidays - she always decorated, hosted a party, and had a favor for everyone to take home.

Making her house a home and caring for her family was very important to Mom. She cared deeply about being a wife and mother and devoted her whole life to her family. When grandchildren began arriving, she continued to go above and beyond for each of them.

Mom’s greatest legacy and happiness is her family, which includes 7 daughters, 26 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Her grandchildren are her greatest treasure. Nothing made Mom happier than being with her grandchildren. She was mindful of each one and the different things they were involved in. Mom and Dad have been the biggest supporters and cheerleaders at the many activities of all their grandchildren.

Annette is preceded in death by her parents R. Phillip Rasmussen, Donna Brewster and stepfather Robert Brewster, Richard’s parents Legrand and Patricia Curtis, brother Ray Phillip Rasmussen, stepbrother Steve Brewster, brother-in-law Randal Buie, and nephews Matthew Buie and Andrew Eldredge, twin daughters Rachael and Rebecca Curtis, and grandson Benjamin Curtis Bonham.

Annette is survived and adored by her loving husband Richard and their five children: Jennifer Goldsberry (Bart), Stacie Fowler (David), Heather Pedersen (Jefferson), Emily Curtis, Steffanie Lewis (Jonathan); her 26 grandchildren and one great grandson; stepmom Linda Rasmussen, sisters Cindy Buie and Susan Howard (Rock), step siblings: Wendy Brewster, Sue Lambson, Clark Brewster, Rick Mulcock (Wendy), Laurie Roberts (Gerry), Steve Mulcock (Sandy); Richard’s siblings: Glade Curtis (Debbie), LeGrand Jr. Curtis (Jane), Terrill Curtis, Candi Merrill (Robert), Sydney Lindsley (Jim), Brent Curtis (Debi), Rebecca Timmins (Brian); and a wide circle of extended family and friends who will miss her dearly.

We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from neighbors, friends and family. We would also like to express our gratitude to Symbii Hospice and Patti Sansom for their loving care for our dear Mother, as well as the great care, devotion and personal sacrifice from Dad as he took care of his sweetheart in the final years of her life.

Friends and family are invited to join in celebrating Annette’s remarkable life at a funeral service on Tuesday, September 17 at 11:00 a.m. at 4568 Holladay Boulevard, with a viewing from 9:30-10:30 a.m. There will also be a viewing on Monday evening, September 16 from 6-8 p.m. at 4568 Holladay Boulevard. Interment will be held at Memorial Holladay Cemetery. For those unable to attend, the following is available:  https://zoom.us/j/93761279297