Bob Speral, age 73, of North Platte passed away March 27, 2015 at his home. He was born August 20, 1941 at Breckenridge, MN to Harold and Margaret (Zwickl) Speral. Bob grew up in Wahpeton, ND and graduated from high school there and later served in the United States Navy where he was aboard the USS Saratoga. Following his honorable discharge in 1964 he was employed by Continental Insurance in North Platte, Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ and Imperial, NE before retiring in 1999. He was united in marriage to Denise Cook on December 19, 1984. Bob was a motorcycle enthusiast and enjoyed flying and his Koi pond. He was a member of the American Motorcycle Vets Club, A.B.A.T.E. Organizations in North Platte and Imperial, American Legion, and lifetime member of the VFW. His loving family include, his wife, Denise of North Platte, children, Jennifer “Jeni” (Rick) Carroll and Andrea (Chris) Hare both of Glencoe, AL, Shannon (Dan) Kuhlmann of Imperial, Melissa (DeWayne) McClendon of Hoklesbluff, AL, Jocelyn (Jeff) Hubbach of Castle Rock, CO, and Samuel Jackson of North Platte, brothers, Ron (Marge) Speral of Lakewood, CO and Terry (Julie) Speral of Marion, IA, 12 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial services will be 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Inurnment will be at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell with military honors. Cremation was chosen. A memorial has been established in his memory. Those wishing to sign the memorial book may do so from 9:00 am to 8:30 pm Monday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Online condolences maybe shared at www.carpentermemorial.com