Jim and Nancy Hershey were married on January 21, 1972.
Jim and Nancy lived in several different communities until Jim built their current home near Yutan in 1992. He was an avid fowl hunter and enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle. He found that he enjoyed traveling after accompanying Nancy on many of her business trips.
Survivors:
Wife - Nancy (Hershey) of Yutan
Parents - Kenneth and Marie Clausen of Fremont
Sister - Ann Wagner of Omaha
Brother - Jon and wife Stephanie Clausen of Muncie, Indiana
Brother-in-law & Sister-in-law - Raymond and Roxanne Hershey of Olympia, Washington
Jim was preceded in death by a brother Joel.
There will be no services at this time. Memorials are suggested to the Nebraska Humane Society in Omaha.
Online guestbook is available at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(22)
Gail and John Shook
Council Bluffs, IA Tuesday, February 22, 2011 Nancy: We just heard of Jim's and your Mom's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. If there is anything we can do please feel free to contact us. Again our deepest sympathy.wayne cornelius
Phoenix, az Wednesday, February 16, 2011 Im shocked. We had some great times. Jim was a geat man, true friend and alot of fun to hunt with, ride with and party with. Rest easy.June Chase Westphal
Fremont, NE Saturday, February 12, 2011 I also met Jim in homeroom class when we moved to Fremont. He always had a smile on his for everyone. He was a "big teddy bear". I have fond memories of him. My sincere sympathy to Nancy and the entire family. God took one of the "good guys".Judy Gottsch
Elkhorn, Ne Saturday, February 12, 2011 Nancy: Was so shocked to read of Jim's death.....and of your mother's as well...........remember Jim, and the fun times we had going on your business scouting trips..............a very lovable big bear and truly a nice, nice guy...............my deepest sympathies to you and your entire family at this tragic time...............keep your memories close to your heart..............my warmest regards, JudyDee (Behmer) & Larry Reed
Glendale, AZ Saturday, February 12, 2011 As classmates of Nancy and Ann, Larry and I both knew Jim as well. Your family is our thoughts an prayers at this difficult time.Gary Boies
Fremont, Ne Saturday, February 12, 2011 Ken,Marie,ann,Jon,Nancy and to all of your families ......... my family was a friend and I knew Jim from that and school. Such a great guy and such a gentle soul. He will be missed but also remembered in the hearts of his family and friends. Rest in peace and ride that Harley in the sky.Sarah Galindo
Fremont, NE Saturday, February 12, 2011 Just heard of Jim's passing. Was very shocked to learn of the news, after reading a few days before of Jeanice's passing. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you Nancy and both Jim's and Jeanice's extended families. I met both Jeanice and Jim while I worked at the Animal Medical Clinic in Fremont. They were both some of the nicest people I've met and it's a great honor to have known them both.Bruce & Jill Carden and Family
Omaha, NE Friday, February 11, 2011 Our deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers are with you. Please do not hesitate to contact us if there is anything we can do! Love, Bruce Carden and family.Jan Chase-Nelson
Fremont, NE Wednesday, February 9, 2011 I met Jim in homeroom in 9th grade when we moved here. I always thought of him as a "gentle Ben" with a great big smile. We lived in the same neighborhood and he would walk over and I would trim his hair because the barber always cut it too short. I also wrote excuses for him when he skipped school. He and Nancy were friends for a long time. The world will be a little less sunny without him in it. May the Lord smile back at him when he gets there and prayers to Nancy and his family. Jan Chase-Nelson and Bruce NelsonJohn Christensen
Soquel, Ca Tuesday, February 8, 2011 I feel blessed to have known Jim. Truely one of the good guys. God speed buddy.Barb (Smith) Christiansen
Littleton, CO Tuesday, February 8, 2011 To Nancy, her family & the Clausens.... I just found out about Jim this morning and I'm still in shock! Jim & I were classmates and I first met him in K. I remember him as a "big" kid with a bigger heart and the biggest SMILE!!!! What a wonderful person he was. Very calming and always thoughtful. I'm so happy to have known Jim and missed seeing him at the class reunion last Aug. My heart & sincere sympathy goes to all of you. He will be missed.......God Bless you all.Mike Heuring
Missoula, MT Tuesday, February 8, 2011 Just learned of Jim's passing and wanted to extend my sympathies to Nancy and the entire family. I met Jim in high school when he joined our motorcycle club the Barons. He was the kind of guy that you loved riding with because he made an immediate impression on people because of his size. Little did they know that his heart was really his biggest asset. He was truly one of the good guys and his presence on this earth will be missed. I hope there are motorcycles in heaven and we all get a chance to ride with him again one day! Ride in Peace (RIP)Becky Williams Cady
FREMONT, NE Monday, February 7, 2011 Nancy, If there is ANYTHING you need, day or night, I want you to call me. Your family has always been a huge part of my memories, and I want to be there for you now, more than ever. Please let me help you in anyway that I can. Never forget , we are "two peas in a pod"...Love you, BeckyJoyce Christensen Henke
Fremont, NE Monday, February 7, 2011 I too went to school with Jim.He always had a smile on his face, and I remember him as a really good person. I extend my sympathies to the Clausen Family.Betsy Fisher
Fremont, NE Monday, February 7, 2011 I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I always considered him one of the good guys. We missed seeing him at our class reunion this summer. Everyone asked about him. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace and your memories bring you some comfort.Sean and Deb(Steenblock) George
Elkhorn, NE Monday, February 7, 2011 Sean and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. Sean thought of Jim as a big brother and deeply respected him all the years they worked together and the years to follow as friends. This was an unimaginable blow to hear to us, we cannot possibly put into words how we feel for Jims entire family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers and we wish you the best while you try to find the best of memories and deepest comfort!Betty McDonald George
Fremont, NE Monday, February 7, 2011 Dear Nancy and the Clausen family, I just heard about Jim's passing and my prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Jim and I went all the way from K-12 and he was one of the most wonderful guys I knew. Rest In Peace Jim. Sincerely, Betty McDonald GeorgeSandy (Knudsen) Cockerham
Barefoot Bay, Fl Monday, February 7, 2011 I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the family of Jim. I had graduated with him. May he RIP.Diane Buhrig Sandeen
Fremont, Ne Wednesday, February 9, 2011 My deepest sympathy to the family of Jim and his wife's family. My heart goes out to all of you. I went to grade school and high school with Jim. Memories of Jim and Rick always brought a smile to one. I still have a picture with Jim and Rick in it I took out in Colorado the summer of 1970. Not sure how the 2 of them ended up out there when we went to visit a friend of my friend. But never a dull moment while they were there. Jim could always make one smile. Know I am here in thought and prayers for all of you.Tom Matteo
Fremont, Ne Tuesday, February 8, 2011 Heaven has a beautiful angel in Jim. From all of the Barons, he will be missed! Blessings and peace to his family.Cherrie Beam-Clarke
Fremont, NE Tuesday, February 8, 2011 We are so shocked and feel terrible about Jim's passing. JIm and I were classmates and a group of us that lived in the same neighborhood use to walk home together after school. When I started dating Jim Clarke, later my husband, we were all part of the Barons motorcycle club. There were so many good times. When Nancy and Jim married we gathered for a lot of friend's parties. What I remember most about Jim is his sweet smile and calm nature. He was such a big guy with a big heart. Jim truly was a gentle giant. We're crushed he's gone. We care deeply about all Nancy and Jim's family is going through. Cherrie Beam-Clarke and Jim Clarke. .Roy McDonald
Fremont, NE Tuesday, February 8, 2011 I've known Jim (Kenny) since we were kids and also worked with him until his retirement. He was always such a good friend and fun to be around, at work and at play. He will be greatly missed. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Nancy and all the family. RIP 'Kenny'