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Nancy Bunker

October 20, 1949 — May 8, 2022

Nancy Jean Bunker, 72, passed away on May 8th, 2022. She was born on October 20th, 1949 to Joseph and Veda “Francisco” McDonald in Manilla, Iowa. Nancy graduated from Manilla High School in 1967. She moved to Des Moines and worked as a secretary. She later met her husband Orville (Bunk) Bunker at United Federal where they both worked. They married in 1975. Nancy enjoyed traveling, spending time with family, drinking coffee while reading, and socializing with her friend groups. She is survived by her children Matt (Sara) and Orville (Kim) Bunker; grandchildren Austin and Molly Bunker; sisters Joan Lee, Kathy (Roger) Davidson and Mary (Rich) Lomax; brother Tom (Sandy) McDonald; and brother-in-law Bill Preston. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, and sister Linda Preston. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 11th, 2022 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory, 8201 Hickman Rd., Urbandale, IA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, May 12th, 2022 at 11:00 am at St. Mary of Nazareth Catholic Church, 4600 Meredith Dr., Des Moines, IA. Burial will follow at Glendale Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Hope Ministries or Doctors Without Borders.

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

5:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)

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Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory

8201 Hickman Road
Urbandale, IA 50322

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Thursday, May 12, 2022

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Thursday, May 12, 2022

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