North Platte, Nebraska
Jul 27, 1960 – Mar 8, 2022 (Age 61)
James "Jimmy" Stewart Jr., 61, of North Platte, passed away on March 8, 2022, in North Platte. Jimmy was born on July 27, 1960, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, son of James E. Stewart Sr. and Catherine (Cash) Stewart. Jimmy graduated from North Platte High School in 1978. He became the first state wrestling champion from North Platte during his junior year in 1977 and took third place at state during his senior year. After his first-place win, he became the first wrestler to make popular the somersault winner flip. Jimmy also competed while in high school on the championship gymnastics trampoline team. He worked for several years for the Union Pacific Railroad and then owned and operated J & J flooring company, specializing in carpet and flooring installation. Jimmy was a true outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed playing bass guitar in several local bands including Innocent Mischief and the Latin Jam Band. He also played for the church. Jimmy never met a stranger and loved everyone he met. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Danny Stewart. Surviving are his special friend and companion, Deb Wurl and her children, Brock (Emily) Wurl, Jackie (Mike) Goede and Derek (Hannah) Wurl and grandchildren, Norah, Caleb, Natalie, Quinn, Eva, Baker, Barrett and Brynn; daughter, Brooke Stewart and grandchildren, Vivian and Valon; sister, Paula McDowell; several nieces and nephews; and special extended family and friends, Pat and Bunny Hinde. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Nebraska Game and Parks Foundation, 301 E. State Farm Road, memo on the check to James Stewart Memorial. Online condolences may be shared at capentermemorial.com. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 16, at Messiah Lutheran Church with Pastor Jeff Cottingham officiating. Lunch will follow the service in the church fellowship hall. A graveside service will follow at 2 p.m. at the Riverview Cemetery, Sutherland. The service will be livestreamed via the Carpenter Memorial Facebook page for those unable to attend. The memorial book will be available for signing from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 15, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.
Rest in peace Jimmy had many good times together growing up as well as putting carpet down at my house we were always bumping into each other RIP
Marvin nesiba
March 21, 2022 | North Platte, NE
Brooke i was so saddened to see the loss of your dad, he always had a smile on his face and was a good friend for many years, even though we lost touch for several years, whenever we would run into each other it was like we just talked yesterday. God bless you and your family. All our love Diana and Kira.
Diana Berglund Phelps
March 19, 2022 | North Platte, NE | Friend
As Jr High and High school classmates, we’ll always remember Jimmy smiling and laughing. We’ll treasure our memories with him as a champion wrestling team mate for Mike and an awesome choir mate for me. We know he’s in a better place and continuing to make everyone smile.
Shari (Yates) & Mike McCormick
March 16, 2022 | Coppell, TX | Classmate
I remember Jimmy as a quiet, humble boy who brought happiness with his smile. My husband remembers Jimmy as The hardest working wrestler who pushed each other to excellence on the mat
RIP good friend and give Hugs to Danny in heaven
Kirk and Angi Greco-McAndrew
March 16, 2022 | Lincoln | Friend
Jimmy always had a smile ,he will be missed by many . Prayers to the Family.
Bruce Closman
March 16, 2022 | Maxwell, NE
Rest in peace Champ!
Russell Nila
March 16, 2022 | North Platte, NE
Sending prayers for Brooke and family during this time. Love to you, Blessings, Diane Osbon
Diane Osbon
March 16, 2022 | Stapleton, NE, NE | Neighbor
Jimmy was a classmate and a great guy. Always smiling! Rest in peace and prayers to your family.
Gale Falconer Mueller
March 16, 2022 | Columbia, IL | Classmate
Jimmy always had a smile and made a impact on so many people. Always stopped when hunting to visit and had lots of laughs. Prayers for his family.
Claudia Coble
March 15, 2022 | Ogalalla, NE | Friend
