Galen LaVerne Reed, 57, of North Platte, died at his home on January 1, 2018.

Galen was born April 18, 1960, in Winchester, KS, to Francis Loran and Leola Vernita Reed. He grew up in Kansas and later moved to Colorado. Galen worked in maintenance at the University of Colorado in Boulder, drove trucks for farmers in western Nebraska then became an over-the-road truck driver. He retired from driving following a stroke.

Galen liked to play pool and was on a pool league. He also liked camping, fishing, NASCAR racing and grilling for his neighbors. Galen had a big heart and loved people.

He was preceded in death by his father, Francis Reed; his mother, Leola Baker; and brother, Frank.

Survivors include his daughter, Chelsea Reed, and her mother, Cara Reed; siblings, Bobby, Peggy, Robin and Dawn; special friend, Debra Huntington; stepdaughters, Sawsha (Wesley) Shackelford, Jennifer (Justin) Jeffries and Kaela (Bryon) Henry; and other family.

Cremation was chosen and there will be no service. Condolences may be shared online at odeanchapel.com. Arrangements are with Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore.

Clarence Frank “Bub” Arensdorf, of McPherson County, NE, passed away at the age of 93, on Friday, January 5, 2018, at the Sutherland Care Center.

Clarence was born October 23, 1924, to Nicholas George and Margaretha (Pittz) Arensdorf on the family ranch in McPherson County. He grew up on the homeplace and graduated from District 60 Country School. Clarence stayed on the ranch to work with his dad, farming and ranching, which he did his entire life. He also worked for McPherson County, maintaining roads for 30 years, and served on the Farm Service Board for 12 years and the District 60 School Board for several years. Over the years Clarence received the Grassland Conservation Award as well as the Tree Award.

On September 4, 1949, Clarence was united in marriage to Lila Lee Humphrey in Sutherland and the couple continued to live on the homestead where they raised their family.

Clarence always liked sports and was both a Yankee fan and a Husker fan. In his younger days he played baseball then when he was older became a women’s softball coach. He also liked to play cards and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Sutherland.

He leaves behind his wife of nearly 69 years, Lila, of Sutherland; daughters, Jacqueline (Wendell) Sachtjen, of Palmer, NE, Julie (Pat) Hoaglund, of Brady, NE, and Sheryl Arensdorf, of Sutherland; grandchildren, Tracy and Michelle Sachtjen, Robin Mann, Nichole Fleecs, Shawn Redden, Kelli and Matt Wiiest and Tiffany Hoaglund; 16 great-grandchildren, Jared, Tayvianna, Michael, Owen, Alexa, Wyatt, Ella, Austyn, Samuel, Kinley, Lyla, Bryden, Zayden, Allanaha, Payton and Ryan; and many nieces, nephews and other family.

Clarence was preceded in death by his daughter, Judith Arensdorf; parents, Nicholas and Margaretha; brothers, Joseph and Martin Arensdorf; and sisters, Alma Nicholson, Gertrude Arensdorf, and twins, Loretta Ross and Louisa Holcomb.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at the First United Methodist Church in Sutherland with Pastor Mark Baldwin officiating. Burial will follow in the Riverview Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. with family greeting friends from 4-6 p.m. and Monday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. The online guestbook can be signed at odeanchapel.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the church or the Sutherland Youth Program.

Luke Paul Ranck died peacefully, surrounded by family on January 3, 2018 in Lincoln, NE at the age of 74.

Luke was born January 8, 1943 to Luke Jacob and Mary Helen (Galli) Ranck in Philadelphia, PA.  He was raised in Gloucester County, NJ and attended Gloucester Catholic High School, graduating in 1960.  He married Frances Jean Ingram, the love of his life, on November 7, 1964.  Luke and Fran raised their four children in North Platte, NE and were deeply involved in the Catholic Church, North Platte Catholic Schools, Knights of Columbus and many other organizations and activities.  Luke founded the Nebraska Safety and Fire Equipment Company in 1983 and retired in 2010.   Luke was dedicated to his faith, his family, his friends, his employees, and customers.  Luke was a hard-working and detail-oriented person.  He rarely forgot a number, date, or name and was always welcoming and attentive.  He was able to converse with anyone, anywhere, on nearly any topic.  He continued to refine his storytelling skills with his coffee group after retirement.  Luke enjoyed spending time at McDaid Elementary school tutoring kids and felt blessed for the time with each of the students.

Luke is survived by wife Fran; children Luke Paul (Shelly) Ranck II, John Joseph (Misti) Ranck, Beth Ann (Carl) Nemec, Mary Jo (Cory) Chandler; grandchildren Payton Ranck, Luke Paul Ranck III, Connor Ranck, Jackson Ranck, Bennett Ranck, Isabella Nemec, Isaac Nemec, Gianna Nemec; sisters Eleanor Drebick, Ethel (Doug) Hauser, Mary (John) Lynam; brother Edward Ranck; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

He is preceded in death by parents Luke Jacob and Mary Helen (Galli) Ranck; sister Irene; brother David; and mother-in-law Josephine Mitchell.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the North Platte Catholic School Endowment and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.  Vigil services will be held 7:00 p.m. Sunday January 7, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday January 8, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church with the Reverend Mark Seiker as celebrant.  Cremation will follow the service and inurnment will be at a later date.  Visitation will be from noon until 5:00 p.m. Sunday January 7, 2018 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.