of Hot Springs, AR
January 9, 1939 - September 6, 2025
William ''Bill'' Victor Nery, a resident of Hot Springs, AR went to his heavenly home on September 6, 2025. Bill was born on January 9, 1939 in Chicago, IL to Willard and Marie Nery.
Bill retired from the US Air Force as a Vietnam Veteran, where he was a crew chief for fighter jet planes. He also retired from the San Diego Police Department as a department supervisor. In his later years he was the co-owner of Professional Tours with his wife, Dee.
Bill was very involved with his church, First Freewill Baptist and loved his church family dearly. He loved the RV travel life and is a lifetime member of the Good Sam RV Club; where he spent 3 years on staff and served 10 years as the Director of the Arkansas Chapter of Good Sam. He also enjoyed assisting his wife in the cruise industry. He was passionate about cars, airplanes, trains, clocks and all things military.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Joyce Nery and daughter, Jackie Kyyra (Matt).
He is survived by his wife, Dee Nery of Hot Springs, AR; daughters, BJ Baxter of Sherwood, AR and Tiffani Shae Tate (Chris) of Bono, AR; grandson, Joseph Baxter (Tonya) of Cabot, AR; granddaughter, Brittany Baxter Nelson (Jeff) of Sherwood, AR; grandson, Esvin Tate Pyles of Bono, AR; grandchildren, Nick, Heather, Brandon and Justin of Rochester, MN; as well as several great and great-great grandchildren.
Bonus sons are AJ Trosclair (Karen) and Robert Minnick (Karen).
Special honorary pallbearer is Larry Collier.
Honorary pallbearers include Wayne Thomas, Ray Golbert, Doug Lutrell, John Shuffield, Buddy Ray, George Prichett, Doug Tinkle, James Hairston and Jack Godwin.
A memorial service will be held at First Freewill Baptist Church in Hot Springs, 901 W St. Louis, on Wednesday, September 10th at 1:00pm with Pastor Doug Jones officiating and Pastor AJ Trosclair assisting.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that Memorial Contributions be made to First Freewill Baptist Church, 901 W. St. Louis Street, Hot Springs, AR 71913.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 15013150700.
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20 Condolence(s)
Marilyn and Tom Pretti
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Bill was a very special individual who had many talents. One was making people feel welcomed. We treasure our memories of RV rallies spent with you both. Also cruising to Alaska. Thank you for letting us share a little of his time. Prayers for you, Dee, and family. May God be your comforter.
Marie Hopson
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
So sorry for the loss of such a good friend !!
Dee, my thoughts and prayers will be with you during this very difficult time!!
Love you!!!
George Pritchett
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Bill will be missed.
Bill & Carolyn Temple
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
So sorry dee . Will be praying 🙏 for you and your family. Will never forget our good sam years. You both were so sweet to us in our RV DAYS. It's hard when you have to give up one of your loved one. We just laid my Brother Kenneth Hamby to rest yesterday. God is good both of them will have no pain. Love you Dee
Bettye Francis
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Dee,
I am so sorry to hear about Bill. He was suck sick a good man-always happy and positive about life! He loved you dearly!
Many hugs and prayers for you and family.' 🙏'
Bettye
David & Mary Lou Stroup
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Prayers of peace and comfort for Dee and the families.
Tim & Susie Zich
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Dear Dee and family, We are both saddened by the news of Bill's passing. We will always remember his warm smile for everyone, and all the fun we had at Good Sam gatherings, not to mention the cruise adventure. You are in our thoughts and prayers as we know how much you will miss him. May God bless you and grant you His peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Carl & Rosemary Underwood
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Bill was a good friend and awesome leader for the Arkansas Good Sam camping organization. We enjoyed traveling with Bill and Dee on cruises and in our motorhomes. Rest in peace, Bill. Dee, may God wrap His loving arms around you and give you comfort and peace.
Evalyn Tate
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
My sympathy to you and your family,Dee!
May Gods comfort you as you go through this difficult time.'🙏
Ruby P Wortham
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
As time passes, you can look back with joy in your heart for all that you And Bill were able to share. I know what a good man he was and I have so many good memories of times that we shared camping. Dee , Sending love and prayers.
Vicki Kocour
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
So sorry for your loss Dee. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
Dana Dalton
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Ms. Dee my condolences to you and your family. You all are in our prayers🙏
Pamela Harrell
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
So sorry your loss Dee and family. I really enjoyed working with y'all as a Good Sam Staff member. Lots of good memories made.
Betty and Geno Dunn
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers 🙏 are with you and your family '. Love Betty and Geno
Bobbie Wheeler
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Dee,I'm so sorry my love and prayers to u sweet friend 🌹🙏
Bob and Peggy Bundy
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Mr. Bill will be missed by many. Our prayers are for you and the family as you start a new journey in life without him, but with the assurance you will see him again. Love The Bundy's
Audrey Baker
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
So sorry for your loss, prayers God be with you daily! Love you
Audrey
Joyce Marrow
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
I am so sorry Dee. Will keep you in my prayers. Love ❤️ you
Gail Kay hulse
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
So sorry dee . Will be praying 🙏 for you and your family. Will never forget our good sam years
Darlene Stout
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
My condolences to Dee and the family.
Bill was a very sweet man and a great Christian. He will be truly missing by all.