Brent W. Reed

Brent W. Reed was born to Gene “Jim” and Geraldine “Poodge” (Wettstead) Reed on November 18, 1964 in York, Nebraska. He passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023 near Minneapolis, Kansas at the age of 58 years, 11 months, and 23 days. Brent was raised in Fairmont, Nebraska and attended Fairmont Public School and then attended Southeast Community College for Trucking School. After college, Brent went trucking with his dad, Jim, to learn the ropes. They drove together for several years. This is where his love for trucking began and continued for 40 years. He hauled cattle for Real Cattle company for many years. For the past 9 years, Brent owned and operated his own truck, hauling liquid cattle feed around the Midwest. Brent married the love of his life, Shelly Jantzi, March 4th, 1983, and they both continued to live in Fairmont where they raised their two children, Rachel and Seth. Brent was an avid sports fan who loved his Huskers, Chiefs, and Royals. Brent also loved cooking and grilling for his family and friends, but above all he loved his “Masterpiece” breakfast. Brent’s greatest love was his family and friends! Brent had so many friends and everyone knew he loved them and cared for them. He always gave more then he took. Brent was a hardworking man who would do anything for family and friends. He always made sure his family had an annual vacation. Brent’s biggest joy in life was when his granddaughter Aria was born. He also loved his many furry friends. Brent and his one of a kind laugh will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Brent was preceded in death by his grandparents; father, Gene (Jim) Reed; father-in-law, Richard (Dick) Jantzi; and brother-in-law, Shane Jantzi. Brent is survived by his wife, Shelly; daughter, Rachel; son, Seth; granddaughter, Aria; mother, Geraldine (Poodge) Reed; sisters, Stacey (Dick) Litz; Abbie (David) Bottrell; mother-in-law, Karen Jantzi; brother-in-law, Scott Jantzi (Audrey); nephew, Jake Dodge; nieces, Jordyn (Marc) Sheil and Veronica Litz. A Funeral Service for Brent was held on Friday, November 17, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Fairmont Community Church in Fairmont, Nebraska. Lay Pastor Michelle Lessard presided over the Funeral Service. The recorded selections “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door,” “Into The Mystic,” “Keep Me In Your Heart,” and “Don’t Fear The Reaper” were played during the Funeral Service. The pallbearers included Brian Wettstead, Brad Wettstead, Scott Jantzi, Matt Galaway, Tim Smith, Kenny McCoy, and Mike Scheil. A Graveside Service was held in the Farmer’s Valley Cemetery following the Funeral Service. Farmer & Son Funeral Home was in care of the arrangements and online condolences can be left at www.farmerandsonfuneralhome.com Memorials are suggested to the family.

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Brent W. Reed

November 18, 1964 - November 10, 2023