Reed J. Spitzer

Reed James Spitzer, 51, Kensal, ND, died November 21, 2012 at his home.

Reed was born December 5, 1960 in Kensal, the son of Lester and Delores (Kramer) Spitzer. He was raised on the family farmstead south of Kensal and graduated from Kensal High School. After school Reed became a trucker hauling everything from toxic chemicals to Sara Lee food and was able to see most of the country. Getting tired of being on the road, Reed took a job with the county and then the North Dakota State Department of Transportation.

He enjoyed spending time fishing and riding his motorcycle. Reed will be remembered for his big heart and sense of humor and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Reed is survived by his brother, Quentin (Lynn) Spitzer, Kensal; two sisters, Marlene (Robin) Meier, Carbondale, IL and Lorie (Dan) Ruff, Bismarck, ND; six nieces and nephews; eleven great-nieces and nephews and one great-great niece.

He was preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Brandon.