Charles E. Nunley

Dr. Charles Eugene Nunley, 94, of Jupiter, FL passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Monday, October 2, 2023. Charles was born in Chillicothe, Ohio, to parents Charles Daniel Nunley and Myrtle Marie Hoselton Nunley on November 1, 1928, and was the second of ten children. Charles would demonstrate his determination and drive to succeed early in his life. As a teen, he proudly achieved the highest award in scouting, Eagle Scout. Charles earned 18 merit badges, and his mother had the honor of pinning his badge on his uniform. He was a dedicated student and graduated from Huntington Township (Ohio) High School; Ohio University, B.S. Ed. 1956, M.Ed. 1958; Bowling Green State University, Ed. Specialist 1964; and University of Akron, Ed.D. 1970. In 1956, Charles married his wife, Ann, and they would have two children, Terri and David. Charles went on to serve as a teacher, principal, and superintendent of schools in Ohio, New Jersey, and Virginia school districts. He also served as an adjunct professor for Ashland College and Virginia Tech NOVA campus and as the director of a national private school program. Charlie was a lifetime member of the National Association of School Administrators and the Ohio Education Association, and one of his listed greatest accomplishments was being selected by peers as an “Outstanding Educator.” During his professional career, Charles served on various community organizations, including Rotary and Chamber of Commerce. He was, also a Life Member of the Masonic Lodge of Toledo, Ohio. And, in retirement, he served on the Arlington, VA Habitat for Humanity Board and the Jupiter Thelma Pittman Jupiter Pre-School Board. Charles, being the well-organized administrator, listed for us his fondest memories and how he would like to be remembered. His fondest memories include a trip to Israel with baptism in the Jordan River, family fishing trips on Lake Erie, watching his four grandsons grow and develop, and picking blackberries as a child and as a senior adult- his favorite dessert was blackberry cobbler! Charles’ hobbies and interests included a love for travel and the enjoyment of old cars. He enjoyed collecting model cars and antique woodworking tools. Charles and Ann are members of Grace Immanuel Bible Church of Jupiter, Florida, where Charles was formerly a member of the church choir while Ann has been a member of the Friday Morning Lady’s Heart-to-Heart Bible study. Charles expressed, “I want to be remembered for “My love for Ann, our children, and grandchildren, keeping students’ welfare paramount during my career and not holding a grudge against adversaries.” Charles is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Ann Lynn Darby Nunley; his daughter, Terri Lynn Nunley Edwards (Bob); his son, David Charles Nunley (Gay); and four grandchildren Jesse Nunley Edwards; Brady Andrew Edwards; Jackson Darby Nunley; and Alex Christopher Nunley. His siblings Hilda Nunley Pyles; Virginia Nunley Beeler; Eldon Wayne Nunley; Rev. John M. Nunley; Judi Nunley Dempsey. He is predeceased by his siblings; Howard Edward Nunley; Samelia Jane Nunley; Carol Sue Nunley Sams; and Charlotte Nunley Elliot. The family will receive visitors beginning at 3 PM, followed by a Funeral Service at 4 PM held at Taylor & Modeen Funeral Home in Jupiter, FL, on Thursday, October 5. Charles will be laid to rest at the South Florida National Cemetery, with Military Honors, at a future date to be scheduled. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Charles’ memory to the Thelma Pittman Jupiter Pre-School, at 17593 Cinquez Park Road, W. Jupiter, FL 33458. You may view the livestream of the service using the link below: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY5NjM3MTcyMDI3NDYzMCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==

Charles E. Nunley

November 1, 1928 - October 2, 2023