Gary David Nutting

Gary David Nutting obituary, Monona, IA

Gary David Nutting

Gary Nutting Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home & Cremation Services - West Union on Sep. 23, 2024.

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Gary David Nutting, 86 of West Union, Iowa passed away Monday, September 23, 2024 at Gundersen Palmer Hospital in West Union, Iowa. He was born February 19, 1938 to William and Doris (Lyon) Nutting in Brainard, Iowa. Gary spent his early years in Brainard and later moved to West Union, where he graduated high school.
Gary proudly joined and served in the United States Navy from August 1957 to August 1961. He was a Military Photographer and photographed Alan Shepherd, the first man in space. After returning from the service, he moved to Grundy Center and worked as a Welder and later as a Postal Clerk. Gary married and had a son. They later divorced.
Gary was saved through the song, Jesus died for me. Those left to cherish his memory are, Jim and JoAnn Nutting, Judy and Wayne Sutter and his nieces and Nephews.
A Graveside Service and Burial with military rites will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at West Union City Cemetery in West Union, Iowa with Jim Nutting as the officiant.
Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service of West Union, Iowa is assisting the family with services.

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