Big John Nuhn, 68, passed away January 29, 2015 in Gulfport, MS. He was born May 3, 1946 to Wilma Sweet and he married Sandra Smith Nuhn on February 7, 1972 and she preceded him death on December 26, 1997.
He survived by 2 daughters, Betty Bragg (Corey) of Gulfport, MS and Tammy Woolsey Tripp (Cabot) of Gulfport, MS; 4 step-sons all of Illinois; 1 God son, Jason Lynch, East Peoria, IL; 4 sisters; 2 brothers; 1 God brother, Franklyn Lane (Haddie); 3 God sisters, Alta, Margaret, Juanita Lane all of Illinois; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews.
He worked his life at Peoria Truck Wrecking. He loved going to stock car races and working on them. He was also a hunter and enjoyed fishing. He was a member of the Peoria Oldtimers Racing Club.
A memorial service will be held in Illinois on a later date. He will be placed with his wife Sandra at that time. RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport served the family.
Online tributes can be made at www.riemannfamily.com