In Memory

Martin Rasel

Martin Jay Rasel of Southport, North Carolina passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022 at the age of 72. He was born on April 19, 1950 to the late Harry and Agnes “Honey” Rasel, in Irwin, Pennsylvania, where he grew up with his brothers Melvin and Mike and his sister Maureen. He was known by his friends as Taz, earning his nickname throughout his adventurous youth.

He eventually put down roots with his wife Darlene, to whom he lovingly devoted 47 years of marriage. Together with their children Jayson and Lindsay, they moved to New Jersey, where Martin took on the role of Darlene’s “wind beneath her wings” as she said, caring for the house and kids while supporting her growing career. He later became a registered nurse and worked in elderly care, sharing his compassion with those in need of a helping hand and tender heart.

Martin will always be remembered for his boundless love, as the heart of his family. His quiet patience, devotion and dedication live on through his son Jayson, with whom he loved sharing rounds of golf and texting the play-by-play of weekly football games. His warm compassion and fiery taste for adventure live on through his daughter Lindsay and the many adventures they shared, from skydiving in New Zealand to cruising the playa at Burning Man. His love, joy, and endless dad jokes will be passed down to his granddaughters Adelyn and Nora as they grow and learn more about their smiling Pop Pop, who they know is sleeping now.

Family and friends are welcome to join a celebration of his life at Caswell Beach, North Carolina for a sunset bonfire on December 17, 2022 starting at 4:30 pm. Details subject to change depending on the weather, so please contact TheRaselFamily@gmail.com for more information.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the Rasel family at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Second Wind Dreams at https://www.secondwind.org/donate.html.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/southport-nc/martin-rasel-11033270



 
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11/29/22 09:24 PM #1    

Debbie Hooke (Javor)

My sympathy and prayers to the Rasel family.I remember how funny he was in school and made everyone laugh. 


11/30/22 09:09 AM #2    

Becky Flago (Ruane)

So sad losing another classmate. Prayers for family and. 


11/30/22 04:13 PM #3    

Ray Gross

Taz was a really cool guy. God bless you buddy and my sympathy to Taz's family.


11/30/22 06:24 PM #4    

Thomas Mautino (Mautino)

Had many good times over my high school years with Taz Rip

Tom Mautino


11/30/22 08:41 PM #5    

Rosemary McCusker (Nilles)

Another classmate to mourn.  I remember Martin from early grade school days at Immaculate Conception School.  I always admired his great sense of humor and zest for life... and it seems like he kept them throughout.  Sympathies to his family.  


11/30/22 09:03 PM #6    

Victoria Waller

You know, I didn't know Taz really well. But I always liked him. Such a nice guy. A few years ago he called me out of the blue to try and source items needed to go to Burning Man. He figured I might know of places to get supplies out here in San Francisco. I marveled that he was going to Burning Man. Such an exhausting adventure. His passing is such sad, unwelcome news... He was just so full of life. My sympathies go out to Darlene and family. RIP Martin...


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