Thomas E. Nunley, 50, a resident of Plymouth for the past six years, died of natural causes at 8:59 p.m. in St. Joseph regional Medical Center, Plymouth, on Thursday, January 19, 2012.
Tom was born on November 30, 1961, in London, KY. He was the son of James G. and Sarah E. (Young) Nunley, his mother survives living in London.
He graduated from John Glenn High School with the class of 1979 where he played football and enjoyed all sports.
Tom enlisted in the United States Navy and served for six years.
On August 6, 2011, at The Cross in Rochester IN, Tom and Teresa A. Mohammed were married.
He was the manager of Rent-a-Center in Plymouth for 10 years until 2010, when becoming disabled.
A big fan of Notre Dame sports and the Chicago Bears, Thomas was known as a great father with a big heart.
He was a member of the Walkerton VFW Post 2239.
Tom is survived by his wife, Teresa, and by three sons: Josh T. (Ashley) Nunley, London, KY., Tyler J. Nunley, Plymouth, and Mike Curry, Tampa, FL. Grandchildren include: Jaxon, Ally, Lucas and Ella. Four step-sons also survive; Eric Fogle, Brandon Mohammed, Christopher Mohammed and Terrance Hooten, all of Plymouth.
Tom’s siblings include three brothers; Chuck (Liza) Nunley and family of Apopka, FL, Jim (Kathy) Nunley and family of London, KY, Dave Nunley and family of Charlotte, NC and two sisters; Barb Nunley Smith of Daphne, AL and Susan Nunley (James) Lea and family of Manning, SC. Tom’s father preceded him in death.
Family services have taken place and interment in London, Kentucky will be at a later date.
Memorial gifts in Thomas’ memory may be made to the American Lung Association’s – Freedom from Smoking Program 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Suite 800, Washington DC, 20004.
Clyde Gaw says
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Tom. He was a good friend of our family and he will be sorely missed. I remember Tom had the heart of a lion and was fearless when he wrestled and played football for the Falcons. I am so sorry to hear of Tom\’s passing. He was a friend to all. My heart goes out to all of the Nunley Family on the loss of your wonderful Brother.
My deepest condolences and warmest wishes,
Sincerely, Clyde Gaw
Linda Emenaker says
TJ – We were very sorry to hear of your dads passing. Your in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything we are here for you. We love you! George, Linda and Kyle.
Marc Hayden says
Our family would like to express our sympathy upon hearing the news of Tom\’s passing. Wonderful man with a loving spirit. We appreciated his visits to C.R. and Mags during the summer. Special thoughts and prayers during this difficult time to the entire Nunley family.
Marc, Diane, Danielle, Zach and Vince Hayden
Carolyn Stiles says
I can not believe so much time has passed. Tom was the funniest, nicest man and a very good friend. I have many great memories of Tom. He will be missed.
Clyde Gaw says
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Tom. He was a good friend of our family and he will be sorely missed. I remember Tom had the heart of a lion and was fearless when he wrestled and played football for the Falcons. I am so sorry to hear of Tom\’s passing. He was a friend to all. My heart goes out to all of the Nunley Family on the loss of your wonderful Brother.
My deepest condolences and warmest wishes,
Sincerely, Clyde Gaw
Linda Emenaker says
TJ – We were very sorry to hear of your dads passing. Your in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything we are here for you. We love you! George, Linda and Kyle.
Marc Hayden says
Our family would like to express our sympathy upon hearing the news of Tom\’s passing. Wonderful man with a loving spirit. We appreciated his visits to C.R. and Mags during the summer. Special thoughts and prayers during this difficult time to the entire Nunley family.
Marc, Diane, Danielle, Zach and Vince Hayden
Carolyn Stiles says
I can not believe so much time has passed. Tom was the funniest, nicest man and a very good friend. I have many great memories of Tom. He will be missed.
gregg ballatore says
Hi…I was looking up tom on FB, and I saw his mother’s post. I’m sorry for your loss and it certainly shook me. We met in Chicago on 0ct 21 1979, our last days as “civilians”
before flying to San Diego for boot camp. We completed it with pain an joy, then we’re were both assigned to the uss lasalle. we were bunked together and assigned to the same division. We spent virtually everyday together for a little over 3 years. Persian gulf and philly shipyard was terrible
and tough duty we worked our tails off. tom however, made the duty lighter due to his 24 /7 hilarious sense of humor and fast talking quick wit, great work ethic. I think about him from time to time, his love of God and all things “indiana” and especially basketball. he was and is a fine man and gentle spirit. The last time I saw him was 1983 when he left for corpsman school at great lakes. It’s my pleasure to know him. I’m sure he’s missed. Gregg Ballatore