Jim “Moose” Daniel, age 77, of Muleshoe, Texas, died Aug. 16, 2025, in Muleshoe. He was born Sept. 11, 1947, in Gorman, Texas, to R.J. and Margie Fae (Wright) Daniel. He married Lynn Miller in Quanah, Texas, on Oct. 20, 1973.
Jim was a member of the First Baptist Church in Muleshoe. He dedicated 35 years to teaching social studies and agriculture, where his passion for education and his deep care for his students left a lasting impact. He dearly loved his family and treasured every opportunity for family gatherings.
Jim served his community faithfully as a Bailey County Commissioner for over six years.
Known for his voice, Jim announced Muleshoe Mules football games and served as announcer for the Bailey County Stock Show. Outside of work and service, he enjoyed roping, rodeo, and spending time with his horses.
He was preceded in death by his parents. Jim is survived by his wife, Lynn; his three sons, Chance Daniel and wife Lauran of Anton, Texas, Colby Daniel of Muleshoe, Texas, and Kutter Thomas of Muleshoe and his two daughters, Stephanie Rumsey and husband Ray of McKinney, Texas, and Summer Jones and husband Jake of Granbury, Texas. He is also survived by three sisters, Paula Vaughn and husband Earle of Comanche, Texas, Iris Kerley and husband Bill of Dublin, Texas, and Patsy Conter and husband Bill of Sidney, Nebraska; a brother, Denver Daniel and wife Kim of San Saba, Texas; and his 15 grandchildren. www.legacy.com
