Johnny W. “John” Carel, 61, of Beatrice, died Friday morning, May 2, 2025, at his home.  He was born on March 18, 1964, in Beatrice to Elmer and Karen (Johnson) Carel.  John attended Beatrice Public Schools and received his GED. On June 15, 2002, he married Teresa Bair. John worked for Ten Toes Tow Truck and operated JB Pet Waste where he was loved by his customers and their pets.  He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, driving “Big Bird,” and especially his pet chihuahua, Chic.

Survivors include his wife, Teresa Carel of Beatrice; his children, Johnny Cary-Carel and fiancé, Tabitha, Melinda Cary-Carel, and Case Carel; two grandchildren, Emily and Leah; siblings, Eric (Lori) Carel, Angie (Scott) Miller, Annabell Carel and Billy Kyonggon Kim, Tony (Michelle) Carel, and James Carel; step-mother, Sally Anne Carel; brother-in-law, Craig (Teresa) Bair; uncles, David (Ciana) Carel, Kenny (Linda) Johnson and Gale Carel; nieces, nephews, and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his father, Elmer; mother, Karen; grandparents, Velmer and Mary Johnson, Elmer and Clara Johnson, and Elmer and Rose Carel.

Cremation has taken place and the family plans to celebrate John’s life at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established to the family’s choice.  www.foxfuneralhome.net   Arrangements entrusted to Fox Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Beatrice.