Obituary for Tanner Nunnery
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of
David Tanner Nunnery, who left this world on November 29, 2025, at the age of 34, in Oviedo,
Florida. Though his years were far too few, Tanner filled his life—and the lives of those around him
—with joy, laughter, generosity, and steadfast devotion.
Tanner is survived by his beloved son, Levi Elliott Nunnery who was the center of his world, his
loving mother Kimberly Hamil; and his siblings Taylor Bennett, Garrett Hamil, and Ciarra
Hamil, Ashley Nunnery and maternal grandparents Nita and Fred Johnson. They, along with
countless family members, cousins, friends, and neighbors, will forever feel the imprint of his warm
heart and unforgettable presence.
Tanner is reunited with both of his fathers Robert Hamil who shaped his life profoundly and Wesley
Nunnery his biological father both of whom he loved dearly.
Tanner’s personality was unmistakable: fun-loving, always smiling, always willing to lend a hand.
He was the friend everyone wished they had, and we were the lucky ones who truly did. Whether he
was making someone laugh, offering a helping hand, or easing a worry with his steady reassurance,
Tanner had a gift for lifting the spirits of anyone who crossed his path.
Behind his easygoing charm, Tanner carried a sharp and talented business mind. Most people never
knew just how quickly he could turn an idea into motion—he had a natural ability to see possibilities
where others saw obstacles. And he was, without a doubt, the best salesman around. Tanner could
reason you into the best deal of the century—he could save you money by persuading you to spend
more of it, and you’d thank him afterward.
His greatest passion, though, was unquestionably his son, Levi. Every decision Tanner made centered
on being the best father he could be. He never tired of spending time with Levi, and their bond was
the purest expression of Tanner’s heart. His love for his son guided him, grounded him, and brought
him immeasurable joy.
When he wasn’t with Levi, Tanner found peace on the St. Johns River and Lake Jessup—fishing,
relaxing, or simply taking in the quiet. He loved being outdoors and seemed to know everything
about everyone in his neighborhood. It wasn’t unusual to look up and see him strolling through a
backyard with a fishing pole, or showing up unexpectedly to repair something he had noticed needed
attention. Fixing things was one of his love languages.
Tanner’s talents ran deep. He worked as a carpenter and a mechanic—skills taught to him by the
people who loved him most—and he used them selflessly. Whether someone needed their car
repaired, a home project finished, or simply a reassuring presence after a long night, Tanner was
always there. He never hesitated. He never complained. He never said he was too tired or too busy.
His response was always the same: “What do you need? I got it. Don’t worry. I don’t mind. I
don’t have anything else I need to be doing.”
Tanner lived by a belief that family and friends come first—always. There was never a moment when
he wasn’t available to help, comfort, guide, or simply show up. He lived his values not through
words, but through action after action, day after day.
Among the memories that bring both laughter and warmth is the story of Tanner and his brother
Garrett setting the pasture on fire—an incident retold countless times, always with the same grin that
Tanner himself would wear when the story came up. It’s a reminder of his mischievous spirit, his
love of adventure, and his ability to turn even trouble into a memory worth keeping.
Tanner’s loss leaves an ache that can never fully be eased, but his love—boundless, steady, and ever-
giving—will remain with us. His legacy lives on in his son, in his family, in the countless lives he
helped, and in the simple, everyday moments he made brighter just by being present.
We will miss him beyond measure, but we will carry him with us alway.
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