Lyle Alan Ransen

Lyle A. Ransen, 73, of Norfolk, NE formerly of Newman Grove, NE passed away Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at the Norfolk Veterans Home in Norfolk, NE.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, March 7, 2022 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Newman Grove, NE, with Deacon Claire Meyer and Pastor Ruth Boettcher officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity West Cemetery, Newman Grove, NE with military rites conducted by American Legion Post #73 of Newman Grove, NE, Navy Funeral Honor Guard, and the American Legion Riders. Visitation will be 3:00- 5:00 p.m. Sunday at Levander Fuenral Home in Newman Grove, NE.

Memorials are suggested to the family for a later designation.

Lyle Alan Ransen, son of Harry and Arlene (Curtis) Ransen, was born on November 10, 1948, at Columbus, NE. Lyle, along with his twin brother Loren, were baptized as newborn babies in the dining room of the family home. He was later confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Newman Grove. Lyle attended school at District #57 Victory School in Platte County and later attended Newman Grove High School, graduating in 1968. Following high school, Lyle was inducted into the U.S. Navy and served honorably during the Vietnam conflict until April 29, 1970.

In May of 1974, Lyle was united in marriage to Theresa Potmesil at Trinity Lutheran Church. To this union three children were born: Scott, Kimberly, and Kerri. Later the couple divorced. In 1994, Lyle married Connie (Meints) Rosno at Trinity Lutheran Church.

Throughout his life, Lyle worked at the Newman Grove Cheese Plant and before beginning his career at Lindsay Manufacturing where he worked until retirement. Lyle was a member of the American Legion Post #73 of Newman Grove and Trinity Lutheran Church. Lyle had a love for horses and enjoyed owning, riding, and breaking them. He also enjoyed fishing, camping, being outdoors and having coffee with friends.

Lyle is survived by his three children: Scott Ransen of Stanton, NE; Kimberly (Brent) Batt of Plattsmouth, NE; Kerri Weinrich of Norfolk, NE; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and three siblings: Larry (Marilyn) Ransen of Albion, NE; Lois (Leroy) Schroeder of Albion, NE; Loren (Carrie) Ransen of Norfolk, NE.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Connie; and numerous aunts and uncles.