Kevin Brioady Raasch
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Memorial services for Kevin Brioady Raasch, 53, Lawrence, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 13, 2019 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Kevin died Sunday, April 7, 2019 in Baldwin City, KS.
Kevin was born July 20, 1965 in Lawrence, KS, the son of Charles Raasch and Gayle Huxtable.
Kevin was a loving father, son, and husband. He never met a stranger, was the best storyteller, and had the biggest, most giving heart. Family was important to him and he never missed a chance to get everyone together for a good meal. He knew his way around a grill better than anyone, and enjoyed cooking for others.
He owned and operated his business, TransMasters Towing and Roadside Recovery, for over 30 years. Kevin was passionate about his work and always went above and beyond to provide quality service, doing whatever he could to help others in need.
He married Laura Allen October 26, 2013 in Lawrence, KS. She survives of the home.
Survivors include his parents; daughters, Brandie Raasch, Paris, France, Brooke Raasch, Kansas City, MO; son, Shawn Raasch, Lawrence, KS; stepchildren, Brett (Kate) Goetz, Kansas City, KS, Tyler (Amber) Goetz, Lawrence, Jessa Goetz, Buhler, KS, Shane Goetz, Overland Park, KS, Chelsie Vasquez, Sam Vasquez, both of Lawrence; five stepgrandchildren, Jesiah, Huck, Brantley, Ellie, Kinsley; and his beloved dog, Jasper. He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Melvin Huxtable Jr.
The family will greet friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Friday, April 12, 2019 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Kevin Raasch Memorial Fund, which will be used to purchase a remembrance item that will be placed in Lawrence, and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Laura and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could give you all a big hug. You are all in my thoughts and I pray for peace for all of you.
Oh what a loss,I owe Kevin so much for the friendship,good times,and funny stories that he would tell over our 30 + years of our being friends.I,like many others,always knew that if I was in need,he would be there.Kevin gave me great support when the decision came to move my business out of Lawrence,he knew I could make it work,even when I wasn’t sure.He was right.Kevin had that unique(kinda crazy) no fear attitude.He was here for a good time and did whatever he wanted.My heart goes out to the family that will miss him so.
My thoughts are with all of you at the loss of this fine man!
I am still in shock heard the news. What a great. He bailed me out of trouble when one of my grain trucks broke down during harvest, in a very bad traffic spot. He never passed me up, with out chewing the fat. he did a lot of tow work for the road crew I used to work on, and was always a professional. Laura I only met you once, but you are in our thoughts and prayers. Charlie you are in our thoughts and prayers as well. Many times you took care of all my teenage western wear needs. God bless you all. Kevin see you on the other side buddy. Have the chairs set up, so we can set down and once again chew the fat.
I AM worried than words can express,for you Laura and his mom, and many friends of his..he was a wonderful person,warm and welcoming.may God bless him and keep him close..taken to soon..he was greatly loved..
I still do not think the shock of this news has made the reality true! You did so much for our Family several years back and my girls have very fond memories of going with James in the tow truck!! We all still can’t believe this….life isn’t fair. One of my greatest memories is being in the hospital room when Shawn was born!! Seeing your tears of joy, overwhelm you was amazing!! Watch over us Kev!! You will be sorely missed! ❤️
Kevin, when we were young and dumb but knew everything, we ruled the world. With Steve and Scott we were nearly unstoppable. I am having a hard time because so many memories, some that haven’t been remembered in three decades, are flooding back. I would give anything to be back there and do it all over again. You were a great friend, a great guy and you meant a great deal to a lot of people. You will be missed terribly. Rest in Peace and God, please give Kevin’s family Peace.
Was a wonderful man. Big heart, willing to help any one at anytime. He will be very missed.
To Brett and Katelin,
So sorry for your loss. He was way too young to be leaving this world. Calvin and I are sending hugs and prayers. Again, so sorry.
Calvin and Barb Wohler, Clay Center, KS
Kevin I going miss seeing you at woods gas station and always talking crap and coming by the shop just to see how things were going and seeing you pull up in that little Honda Being such a big was funny Rest In Peace big guy going to be missed by everyone
Blessings to Gayle, Laura and all the family.
Our deepest sympathies for your loss.
Laura and family, I am so sorry for your lost.
WOW, what a shock. Kevin was such a good friend to Bud and I. He always had time to visit. We know he isn’t alone, he has good company…Gary and Leroy. Please know our prayers and condolences are with the whole family. Truly going to miss him.
WOW, what a shock. Kevin was such a good friend to Bud and I. He always had time to visit, and share a laugh, story or two. We know he isn’t alone, he has good company…Gary and Leroy. Please know our prayers and condolences are with the whole family. Truly going to miss him.
Kevin was my first client and turned into a great friend. He has helped me in so many ways over the years and I am sure going to miss him. Prayers for his family.
I am so very sorry for the loss of Kevin. I didn’t know him in his adult years, however, he was a fun loving, and very comfortable person to be around in our teen years.
So shocked and saddened by this news.
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. I hope you find comfort in knowing that your loved one is safe in the memory of God, who will remember every detail about him & bring him back again. Acts 24:15 You have my condolences.
So sorry to hear about the loss of Kevin. He was so good to our family. Art worked for him for many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
I didn’t know Kevin well. But he brought Laura coffee at work and it was obvious how much they meant to each other. I’m sorry for Laura’s and their family’s loss.
Laura~ You are always a friendly, warm smile to those around you~ I hope you know my heart goes out to you and your family~ sending many hugs to you!
Laura and Family, So very sorry to hear the news of Kevin’s passing. While we may not have kept in touch after high school, I have fond memories of him, having gone to Kindergarten through high school as well as riding the school bus together. He was such a nice, albeit ornery, young man!! Thoughts and prayers for you all.
Kevin was my cousin. I have great memories of visiting during my childhood summers, at the home of Aunt Gayle, Uncle Charles and Kevin. We caught fireflies, rode horses, and played around at the tack shop. Kevin and my brother Jeff loved their BB guns, and hunted frogs. Our grandmother Maurine Schmidt of Carrollton MO even fried up some frog legs for us once! I only saw Kevin a few times in adulthood, as we live in California. I thank all those who have posted here for giving me the chance to know him a little better as an adult through your words. My heartfelt condolences to my Aunt, Uncle, and all Kevin’s children, and his wife Laura. Our family will miss Kevin, taken too soon, but was doing what he loved.
Our thoughts & prayers are with the entire Raasch & Huxtable family during this tough time. Today, may you find the strength to celebrate the greatness in Kevin’s life.
Sorry for your family’s loss. Hoping you find comfort in your memories.