Died Wednesday December 25, 2019 at Dunklau Gardens in Fremont
Kenneth was born September 25, 1931 in Albion, Nebraska to Ray and Esther 'Nelson' Ranslem. At the age of 8, the family moved to Fremont. Kenneth graduated from Fremont High School in 1949. After graduation he worked various jobs until beginning a long career with Chicago and North Western Railroad. During this time he married Shirley Johnson on January 18, 1952. Kenneth retired from the railroad in December of 1991.
After retiring, Kenneth and Shirley took their 5th wheel and loved to travel, they also took many bus tours and several cruises. Kenneth also loved to take his boys hunting. He was a member of the First Christian Church and the Fremont Masonic Lodge #15 A.F. & A.M.
Survivors:
Wife Shirley of Fremont
Daughter Cynthia (David) Powers of Fremont
Son Brian (Barbara) Ranslem of Fremont
Daughter-in-law Rebecca Ranslem of Fremont
8 grandchildren Kelly Thomsen and Bret Ranslem of Fremont, Elizabeth (Craig) Ottun of Sargent; Megan(Paul) Boardman of Telford, England; Danielle(Darren) Lindgren of Madison, Devilyn Boyles of Mount Juliet, TN; Cassandra (Chris) Flemming of Omaha and Lindsay (Brandon) Jefferies of Omaha.
Great Grandchildren Logan, Evan and Lukas Boyles; Danica and Kourtnee Jefferies, Kira and Alexis Ranslem; Jackson, Natalie, Noah and Callen Ottun; William and Meredith Boardman, Kaeden and Graesen Thomsen.
Kenneth was preceded in death by a son Mark, parents, sister Phyllis Peters and brother Carroll Ranslem.
The memorial service will be 11am, Wednesday January 15, at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 5pm to 7pm also at the funeral home with a Masonic Service at 7pm which is open to the public. Memorials are suggested to The Shriner's Hospitals or St. Judes Children's Hospital
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(17)
Karen Johnson
Oakland, NE Monday, January 13, 2020 So sorry for your loss, Shirley. I didn't realize he was failing in health. I know how hard it is to stand by our men and see them go down hill. The only consolation we have now, is they are not in pain. we know they are in a better place, but they sure leave an empty place with us. Prayers to All the family. Pray the Lord wraps his arms around All of you and helps being peace to your family. I am sorry not able to attend, I have doctors appointments as having back surgery in 11 days.Barbie Godfrey
Sioux City, IA Saturday, January 4, 2020 Sending lots of love and prayers to Aunt Shirley and Family we are so sorry to hear about your loss may Uncle Kenny fly high with the Angel's and watch over us all until we all meet again. Love you all so muchBarbie Godfrey
Sioux City, IA Saturday, January 4, 2020 Prayers to Aunt Shirley and family so sorry for your loss. Love you all so muchRhonda cain eichner
ESTACADA, OR Saturday, January 4, 2020 Shirley and to the rest of the family so sry for Ken's passing my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time and also to kathy and joe known you all for yrs may god give you the strength and comfort may god be with youVicki n Bob Mayberry
Fremont, NE Tuesday, December 31, 2019 Our deepest sympathies Shirley and family. God Bless and comfort all of you. Hugs and love!Shaun Kiihn
Wahoo, NE Tuesday, December 31, 2019 Ranslem Family, I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Kenny. I know hehad been sick. It's a blessing he went. He suffered long enough
God Bless all of you.
Gregory & Donna Reeson
Placentia, CA Sunday, December 29, 2019 Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Shirley and all. May peace,love and hope surround you all.Let us know when the services are.Larry Kruse
Ankeny, IA Saturday, December 28, 2019 Kenny and my father, Owen Kruse, were coworkers on the C&NW and worked together covering many years (and miles) riding the rails. My mother, Lucy, and I send our condolences to Shirley, his family and friends.Larry Peters
Council Bluffs, IA Saturday, December 28, 2019 Shirley and Family. Sending our most sincere condolences on your loss.Please let us know when the Memorial service will be.
Larry and Jo Peters and family
Jody Bunn
Keeline, WY Friday, December 27, 2019 My deepest sympathies to the Ranslem family. Sending prayers. xoMarlo R. Milligan
FLORISSANT, MO Friday, December 27, 2019 Kenny will be missed by those who know him. He was the rock in any friendship and loyal to the core. I worked at the CNW with Kenny and got to appreciate his calm demeanor, friendship and loyality. GOD is surely holding him in the palm of HIS hand from the full life he lived and the friends he had. So very sorry of his passing.Karen Johnson
Oakland, NE Friday, December 27, 2019 So sorry for your loss. You have my heart felt sympathy to you and your family. He was one very kind person and always made you welcome.Peter Boardman
Widnes England, AL Friday, December 27, 2019 To Shirley and Family,We are so very sorry for the loss of Kenneth. Ken's passing has been felt across the Atlantic and we wish you and your family so much love at this sad time. We will look after Megan Paul and the kids... lots of love, The Boardman's of Widnes xxx
Gail Garrens
Omaha, NE Friday, December 27, 2019 My deepest sympathy to you Shirley, and your family. I didn't know Ken well, but I know what a kind man he was. You took such good care of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Nancy Boyles
Fremont, NE Friday, December 27, 2019 My heartfelt condolences to Shirley and the family. Ken was an amazing man. He will be so missed by many. May he Rest in Peace.Rhonda/Roxie
Pensacola, FL Friday, December 27, 2019 Shirley and family.Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. Kenny was such a wonderful man and left behind some wonderful memories. He is now in peace and looking down upon you and your family. May God bless you all!
Roxie and Rhonda
Dale Kingry
Mesa, AZ Friday, December 27, 2019 Sincere sympathy to the Ranslem family. Ken is really a good guy and will be missed. My parents and us always looked forward to your visits to Az.