Donald Harvey Nunneley, 82, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on June 28, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. Born March 30, 1932 in Pomona, California, he was the son of the late William Harvey Nunneley and Edith Maude Fisher Nunneley. Don was retired from the U.S. Navy and did concrete construction in the Tidewater area.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Irene; children, Tim Nunneley and his wife Donna, Kelli Giordano and her husband, Tom, and Patrick Nunneley; grandchildren, Jennifer Burtt-Henderson, Skylar Nunneley, and Kacie and Emily Giordano; great-grandchildren, David and Gabe Burtt-Henderson; many beloved nieces and nephews; and three very special friends, Russell Dean Green, Sr., Andre Carbonneau and Snowball. In addition to his parents, Don was predeceased by his sister, Judith Goodman.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 19, 2014, 11:00 a.m. at Oak Grove Baptist Church, 691 Princess Anne Rd. Virginia Beach, 23457. The family would like to express their deepest thanks to the Creeds Fire Department and Volunteer Rescue who were, on many occasions, of immeasurable assistance and demonstrated sincere kindness to our family. In loving memory of Don, the family kindly requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Creeds Fire Department and Volunteer Rescue Squad, 595 Princess Anne Road, VA Beach.
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Condolences to Irene, Tim, Kelli and their extended family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Don will long be remembered by those he left behind. We wish him a speedy journey on his voyage to the promise land. Hand salute! God bless!
My prayers and thoughts go out to Irene and her family. I know that Don will be missed by them all.
We shared many Key West adventures and many lunch dates both here and there. Sea stories ran rampant when he and his Navy buddies and wives got together.We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Nunneley family.
To the Nunneley Family
I love this poem as it says it all about the meaning of love and remembrance, and I hope you know how much Don is loved by all who shared his humor, good nature and love……
I’m Gone now, but I’m still very near.
Death can never separate us.
Each time you feel a gentle breeze,
It’s my hand caressing your face.
Each time the wind blows,
It carries my voice whispering your name.
When the wind blows your hair ever so slightly,
Think of it as me pushing a few stray hairs back in place.
When you feel a few raindrops fall on your face,
It’s me placing soft kisses.
At night look up in the sky and see the stars shining so brightly.
I’m one of those stars and I’m winking at you and smiling with delight.
For never forget you’re the apple of my eye.
— Mary M. Green
Mrs. Nunneley,Tim,Kelli,Patrick,and Family; So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Nunneley. My mom called to let me know. I have many happy memories of my summer job watching Tim and Kelli, and working pouring concrete with Mr. Nunneley. Mom, Dad, and family send their heartfelt condolences also. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,Sharpe-Waterfield Families
I think of your family often & all the wonderful adventures & memories we have shared.
May God bless you,
Carolyn