Edward Russell Nunnally Jr., born in Gadsden, AL, to the late Adale Linka Herzberg and the late Edward Russell Nunnally, Sr., passed away at age 79 on October 12, 2018 in Plano, Texas. He graduated from University of Alabama and Southern Methodist University School of Law. After graduating, he began his litigation career in Dallas, TX with Coke & Coke, Johnson & Swanson and retired from his practice, Bell Nunnally & Martin LLC, which is recognized among the 20 largest firms in North Texas, and among the 50 largest firms in Texas.
Russell joined the Air Force from 1960 to 1969, ranked Leutinant Colonel in Aero Navigation. He served in the Vietnam War. He continued to serve in the Air Force Reserves from 1969 to 1983.
He was preceded in death by his loving sister, Emma Dale Norman. He is survived by his wife, Pat Nunnally, his daughter, Nikki Vlasek and husband, Scott Vlasek, and daughter, Reagan Nunnally and husband Anthony Napolitano; and grandchildren: Jessica Vlasek, Kate Vlasek, Truett Napolitano, and Russo Napolitano. He also leaves behind his adored puppy, Carly.
Russell enjoyed all things family, travel and sports, especially Alabama football. Roll Tide! He was a member of Phi Gamma Delta. He is a former Mayor Pro Tem and Councilman of Saint Paul, TX. He was a devout, dedicated Sunday school teacher at Wylie United Methodist Church, and February 22nd has been declared "Russell Nunnally Day" by the Town of Wylie for all of his local effort to the community.
The family invites donations in Russell's name to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Friends and family members may attend the memorial service, officiated by Pastor Wally Williams, on Monday, October 22 at 2:30 p.m. at Wylie United Methodist Church, 1401 FM 1378, Wylie, Texas, 75098
