Alan was born in Herman, NE on December 8, 1934 to John and Grace Reeh. He graduated as salutatorian from Kennard High School. He met married the love of his life, Arlene Wymore, and they were married in 1956.
Alan worked hard and was successful in many endeavors. He developed his work ethic growing up on a farm near Kennard. He started EcoWater Systems, formerly Lindsay Soft Water Company, of Nebraska on February 22, 1963. He grew the company to include five offices across the state, and became the largest residential and commercial dealer in the nation. EcoWater Corporate asked that he consult with dealers nationwide to support their dealerships.
He was actively involved in his community. He was the President of First Lutheran Church Council, President of Fremont Cosmopolitan Club, and was the national President of Water Quality Association (WQA). He won several national awards related his service for WQA.
His hobbies included racing stockcars as a young man, playing cards and golfing with friends, and taking care of his rose gardens.
He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. His grandchildren all remember many wonderful days driving with him in his golf cart around their neighborhood in Arizona. Alan was preceded in death by his wife, Arlene.
He is survived by daughters Michelle (and husband, John) Veasey of Atkinson, NH and Cheryl Dolejs of Fremont. He was deeply loved by his grandchildren Grace Veasey (and husband Dan Myrbeck) of South Portland, ME, Katie Veasey of Haverhill, MA, Kathryn Dolejs (and fiancé Matt Jorgensen) of Omaha and Michael (and wife, Chelsea) Dolejs of Fremont.
Visitation will be Thursday, April 24, 2025 from 3pm to 7pm with the family present 5-7pm at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. The Celebration of Alan's Life will be 10am, Friday at Salem Lutheran Church in Fremont with burial following in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministry (Carol Joy Holling Camp) or Salem Lutheran Church.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(2)
Sue Bouchard
West Newbury, MA Thursday, April 24, 2025 Dear Katie and family,I am so saddened to hear of the passing of your Papa. I didn't have the opportunity to meet him. But, I wonder if Katie's strong work ethic, passion for sports (tennis), and her integrity may be traits she shared with her grandfather. Thinking of you all.
Warmly,
Sue Bouchard
Ken Holmes
Lethbridge, Wednesday, April 23, 2025 My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hopefully, the good memories will help you through.