Jim Wassberg Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jim Wassberg of Manhattan, Kansas, who passed away on April 21, 2026, at the age of 78, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Jim had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Jim may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ivan John and Gertrude Lola Wassberg. He is survived by: his wife Linda Hoober; his daughters, Jamie Nutt (Wayne) of Grapevine and Janna Wassberg of Denver, Colorado; his grandchildren, Taylor and Connor Nutt; his brother John Wassberg; and his nephews, Eric and Tom Wassberg.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Jim to the Sunset Zoological Park and Wildlife Conservation Trust.