James Mousel

1941 - 2021

James Mousel left for heaven on April 21, 2021, in Kearney. He was the husband of Nikki Mousel. They shared 60 years of marriage. He was born in Hastings in 1941 to Anthony and Mary Alice Mousel. He graduated from Juniata High School and attended college in Kearney. He met and married his college sweetheart in 1961. Active in college intermural sports, he had a passion and love for sports all through his life and was an avid Lopers fan. His love and passion were ranching. In 1962, in the Sandhills of Nebraska heaven on earth he lived his dreams and raised his family. In the late 1980s, he moved to Kearney and hauled cattle for Speedway, earning several safe driving awards for millions of miles. Eventually, he taught CDL classes at the University of Kearney. James attended Cornerstone Berean Church and was active within men's Bible groups. He will be remembered for telling a good story something funny or a timely joke. He had a great sense of humor. When dining out, he enjoyed buying refreshments for the people who serve our country. James is survived by his wife Nikki; son, Jim; daughter, Madison; grandchildren, Lt. Commander Todd (Brandy) Mousel, Stephanie (Caleb) Cepal and Kelly (Isaiah) Curtis; great-grandchildren, Chase and Christian Mousel and Halli and Archer Curtis; sisters-in-law, Judy Wiese and Susie (Richard) Mousel; sister, Judy (Larry) Hammer; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Kearney Area Animal Shelter or the church of your choice. Online condolences may be shared at nebraskacremation.com. Memorial service will be at a later date.