Presented By/Date: Connie Nunes and Family on June 26, 2023
Date of Birth: July 2, 1951 Date of Death: October 20, 2017
Dates of Military Service: 1968 to 1971
Service Branch/Stations: United States Marine Corps
Highest Rank & Primary Job/Position: Lance Corporal - Materials
Veterans Hometown: San Jose, California
Who is this Veteran?
Rickie S. Nunes was a Vietnam Veteran who served in the US Marine Corps.from Oct 1968 - Oct 1971.
Born July 2, 1951 in Palo Alto, CA. He always said he was born to be a Marine. He was a proud American and wanted to serve his country, so he elected to enlist at age 17 when the Vietnam War was on and served two tours. In 2001 he moved to Central Point with his wife and kids. He was not only a resident but he became a business owner and owned the Napa Auto Parts in Central Point, OR. He enjoyed living in Oregon until his passing in 2017. Rick loved his family deeply and lived life completely.
About this Tribute Tree: Black Tupelo / Sour Gum
Planting Date: November 2023.