Edward Eugene Nugent Sr.

Edward Eugene Nugent Sr. peacefully passed away at home in Pace Florida 12 May 2025 at the age of 93. Born in Leavenworth, Washington 28 August 1931 the son of Paul Nugent and Sarah Fisk Nugent.
He was the loving husband for 68 years of Rebekah Huff Nugent. He was the devoted father to Cheryl Ann Nugent, Edward Nugent Jr and Sandi Nugent. He is survived by his sister, Pauline Nugent Peterson, nieces, nephews, granddaughters Amber and Tamara and two great grandchildren Nova and Miles.
Edward served in the Navy from 1949-1969. His service was as an Aviation Boatswain 1st Class, then as a Cryptologist, Linguist. Ed attended the University of West Florida obtaining two degrees in political science and history. He worked in several different positions which included time in the state and county probation system. Ed was involved in several civic organizations. As an Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America, a retired Naval Chief, and a citizen of this great country, he believed we were privileged to be an American
To know Ed was to know his love of sharing stories. He authored several military history articles and wrote family history and Santa Rosa County Histories. Ed shared his love of Jesus through music, by being the song leader in church or singing specials and sharing the story of Jesus.
A Homegoing Celebration will be held 17 May 2025 at Christ Methodist Church, 5983 Dogwood Dr. Milton FL
His passing leaves a void in our lives that can never be filled. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christ Methodist Church and will be divided between Christ Methodist and Faith Chapel Assembly of God for their Missionary Fund.
For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord's. Romans 14:8.