William Thurman (Bill) Nunn passed away peacefully on Friday, January 22, 2021 at BirchPointe Health and Rehabilitation in Springfield, MO at 89 years of age.

Bill was born in Walnut, Arkansas to Howard and Viola Nunn. He served his country in Korea as a US Marine and met his beloved Shirley while home on leave.  At the time of her passing in October 2020, they had been married for 68 years.

After a brief career as an insurance agent, he was hired at Lily-Tulip Cup Company where he worked in the print shop until he retired.

He is survived by his three daughters: Dana (husband Paul) Longley, Kathy Looney and Jennifer Presley; grandchildren Steven Longley, Elena Nichols, Caitlin Ball, Austin Ball and great-grandchildren; Emily, Ethan and Elizabeth Nichols, Mason and Owen Green.

A devoted member of Covenant Presbyterian Church, Bill enjoyed singing in the choir and especially appreciated getting together with his church friends for breakfast.

An avid storyteller, he delighted in sharing his memories of his early years in Arkansas and his many fishing excursions. He loved gardening and had a special talent of being able to fix just about anything.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at Greenlawn Funeral Home East, located at 3540 E Seminole St. Visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. with service beginning at 12:30 p.m. A private interment with full military honors will take place at Missouri Veterans Cemetery following the service.