William Harry Munyon Jr.

William "Harry" Harry Munyon Jr., age 80, passed away peacefully in Surprise, Arizona. Born on February 20, 1945, in Panama City, Panama, Harry was the beloved son of the late William Harry Munyon Sr. and Ruth Ligia Hyde Munyon. Harry graduated from Balboa High School, Panama Canal Zone, before earning his degree in International Politics from Tulane University in 1967. He was Battalion Commander in the Naval ROTC, on the Navy Rifle Team and a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. He entered the US Navy and served his country with pride and distinction on active duty for six years, and then in the US Naval Reserves, where he retired as a Commander. He continued to compete in rifle matches, attending the US Naval War College (1984) and the Armed Forces Staff College (1985). Following active service, he graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Architecture degree in 1978, having received the prestigious Producer's Council prize for Design Excellence ( 1977).and the Henry Adams Award ( l 978). His career focus on criminal justice architecture led to award winning facilities and friendships across the country. A man of many passions, Harry was an avid writer and storyteller who infused personalities into his many pets throughout the years, often making them the stars of his stories. For many years, he collected O-Gaugc Lionel trains, Britains lead toy soldiers, and enjoyed sports cars. He enjoyed music, reading, and celebrated holidays with abandon. He had a natural curiosity and zest for life that touched everyone who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents, William Sr. and Ruth. He is survived by his loving wife of five years, Christiane Munyon, and his dear sister, Sioux Munyon Swort, as well as by a son, William Scott, whose stepfather adopted him as a child. Hitrry was deeply loved and will be remembered fondly by family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His legacy of kindness, creativity, and service will live on in the hearts of those he leaves behind. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of William Harry Munyon Jr., please visit our Tree Store.