Jim was born on April 10, 1946, in Grand Island, NE, to Frank and Agnes (Branigan) Mullally. He grew up in North Bend and graduated from North Bend High School in 1964. He served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1970. After his discharge, he began his career as a telephone installer with Western Electric Installation, retiring in 1996. He then worked another 25 years in the garden center at Walmart in Fremont before finally retiring to enjoy old western movies from the comfort of his recliner. He also enjoyed searching for bargains at garage sales and collecting Volkswagen Beetles and memorabilia. Known for his kindness and generosity, Jim was always willing to lend a helping hand.
He married Marlene Stuehmer on October 25, 1969. They raised their four children in Fremont, NE. He was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, and an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) for 47 years.
Survivors include his wife, Marlene; two sons, Jeff (Naoko) Mullally of San Diego, CA, and Kurt (Amanda) Mullally of Detroit, MI; two daughters, Jayne (Jason) Arens of Crofton, NE, and Julie Mullally of Evergreen, CO; thirteen grandchildren: Kylie and Kona Mullally; Haley (Landon) Withrow; and Tanner, Connor, Jordyn, Rylie, Kaden, Avery, Myla, Skylar, Xander, and Braden Arens; two great-grandchildren, Wesley and Evelyn Withrow; three sisters, Sharon (Dan) Strecker of Central City, NE, Maureen ''Micki'' Walker of Lincoln, NE, and Jeanne (Vaughn) Kinney of Colorado Springs, CO; four sisters-in-law, Deb Mullally of North Bend, NE, Lisa Mullally of Columbus, NE, Judy (Vern) Schuler of Hooper, NE, and Doreen (Fred) Spath of Urbandale, IA; two stepbrothers, Gary (Marge) Desler of Las Vegas, NV, and David Desler (Mike Metcalf) of San Francisco, CA, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Agnes; stepmother, Pat; two brothers, Jack and Bob; brother-in-law, Phil Walker; and three great-grandchildren, James and John Withrow and Mariella Arens.
A visitation will be held on Monday, May 18, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with family receiving friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., followed by a rosary. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 19, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Fremont, NE, and will be officiated by Father Joseph Sund. Military Honors will be conducted at the church. Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in rural Scribner following the meal.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to NAMI at https://donate.nami.org/nami. All other memorials will be used to support Alcoholics Anonymous Fremont Chapter 5 and other family intentions.
Ludvigsen Mortuary in Fremont is in charge of arrangements. Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(5)
James Melvin Dinslage
Napa, CA Sunday, May 24, 2026 Marlene and extended family, we are wishing you all the peace and healing energy and comfort during this time of great loss. I feel we have all lost a very special guy in Jim.I hope to get to see everyone it's been so long.
All my love,
Jim Dinslage
Joe Uhlik
Fremont, NE Monday, May 18, 2026 Eternal rest grant unto Jim, O Lord, may Jim rest in peace. Our sympathy and prayers to Marlene and the family. Peace and prayers Deacon Joe & Cindy UhlikKatie Mullally
North Bend, NE Monday, May 18, 2026 Sending my sincerest thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Jim was truly one of a kind. His kindness and generosity will be deeply missed.Emily Kearney
North Platte, NE Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Marlene and family,I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of Jim. He was such a kind man, and he will definitely be missed! You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Emily Kearney (Maly)
Don & Pat Beran
Fremont, NE Monday, May 11, 2026 Please accept our deepest sympathy, Marlene and family. Our prayers are with you and your family . God bless.Don & Pat Beran