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L. Nunley Obituary
Ruidoso - L. Ray Nunley, 81, of Las Cruces and formerly of Ruidoso passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2019 in Las Cruces. He was born October 21, 1937 in Jacksboro, Texas. He graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1962 and moved to Ruidoso in 1965 and owned and operated the Nunley Pharmacy from 1965 until 1982. He also worked at the Walmart Pharmacy from 1986 until 2014.
He served as County Commissioner for Lincoln County from 1992 until 2002, Ruidoso Village Council from 2002 until 2006 and Mayor from 2006 until 2010. He served on the Board of Nursing, Agency on Aging and the Board of Pharmacy. He was awarded Distinguished Alumnus Lifetime Award, Pharmacist of the year award and Regional Pharmacist of the year award. He attended the First Christian Church in Ruidoso.
He is survived by his wife, Carole of Las Cruces; two sons, Don Nunley of Payson, AZ and Lon Nunley of Mesa, AZ, their two wives, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Lee Nunley in 2011 and his daughter, Robin LeAnne Nunley in 2014.
L. Ray Nunley was an endearing husband, caring father and devoted community member.
His funeral service will be Friday, October 25, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at First Christian Church in Ruidoso.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.lagroneruidoso.com
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September 21, 2019
Ray was a darn good man. He and his family were close personal friends of me and all the Parks family. He was a really a huge community servant. We will miss him and remember him fondly.
Dave Parks and all the Parks family
Neal Johnson
September 21, 2019
Ray was a Distinguished Alumnus and an example for other pharmacists. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
September 19, 2019
Ray always made my day when I would see him in Wal-Mart. He would be truly missed.
Briana Mallet
September 18, 2019
L.Ray was a great guy. I've known him since I was a kid. My mom worked with him back years ago and I even got the pleasure of working with him. He will definitely be missed.
William Morris
September 18, 2019
L. Ray, rest in peace, and condolences to all of your family.
Gail Wheeler
September 17, 2019
Ruidoso has lost an iconic legend. My prayers and condolences to the family. God bless you.
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