James L. Van Renan Obituary

Name: Funeral service
Start: 2025-06-17T15:30:00
End: 2025-06-17T15:30:00
Location: Gude Mortuary

The memory of James L. Van Renan of Nebraska City, Nebraska, who passed away on June 11, 2025 at the age of 90, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James L. Van Renan to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Eldon Leland and Ruth Rose Van Renan (Hill); and his sisters, Joann Poort and Carolyn Givens. He is survived by: his wife Helen Van Renan of Nebr; his sons, Kevin Van Renan (Rebecca Ann) of Spotsylvania, VA and Jeff Van Renan (Miki) of Percival, IA; his grandchildren, Jennifer Nicole Van Renan, Amy Marie Dortch (Randy), Kimberly Jane Stikeleather (Zac), Sara Jean Roberts and Dusty Jay Van Renan (Anna); his great grandchildren, Wyatt, Brexton, Brinnley, Ely, Eisley, Eivie, Eva, Gavyn, Rose, Ellie, Isla, Lane and Cora; his great great grandchild Ebe; and his sister Ruth Brittain of Plattsmouth, NE.

Memorials may be given to the First Christian Church in Nebr.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gude Funeral Homes

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June 14, 2025

Teresa Graham wrote a sympathy message

“So very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I loved working with Jim at American Meter! He was a great man and friend. He and Helen taught me a lot when I worked with them both. I so admired their marriage and love for one another. Rest in peace Jim.”

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Gude Mortuary
403 S 9th St, Nebraska City, NE 68410

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