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1960

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2022

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William Nolan, Sr. "Billy" Obituary

William (Billy) Nolan passed suddenly on Wednesday June 1, 2022 while doing his passion, umping a baseball game.  Billy filled his life with the love of family and friends. For 43 years him and the love of his life Bernadette created something magical - a life and love story centered on faith and complete devotion to family and the neighborhood. He was the proud father of Billy (Tina), Brian (Kelsey) and Bridget (Patrick) but he was and even prouder pop pop to the sensational seven (Shane, Mollie, Liam, Elizabeth, Nora, Erin & Grady).  Being one of 9 siblings, it was here that core strength of family was established. Billy was known throughout the Mayfair neighborhood as “Mr. Nolan” as he coached baseball and basketball for Holy Terrors and St. Matt’s CYO. Sure, he loved a win but he wasn’t most concerned with that! He knew that getting the kids on a baseball field or basketball court was the most important and the best place for them to be. He loved watching kids develop into athletes but what he enjoyed more were the personalities of each kid, the laughs that were had and the friendships that were formed. Still to this day the boys that played together are friends. What’s most remarkable about Bill though is the fact he would do anything for anyone - no questions asked. Whether it was a quick errand or a 3:00 am call for a ride home. He was just that type of guy. They say people are good and sometimes it seems like a cliche. But in this case Bill just wasn’t a good man, he was the best man. 
 
Billy is the son of the late Frank and Margaret Nolan; stepson of Eleanor. Beloved husband of Bernadette (nee Daley). Proud father of Billy (Tina), Brian (Kelsey), and Bridget (Patrick). Adoring Pop Pop of Shane, Mollie, Liam, Elizabeth, Nora, Erin and Grady. Dear brother of Francis, John “Duke”, George, Mary, Timothy, Therese, Anne Marie and the late Patricia; brother-in-law of Mary, John, Anne Marie, Thomas and Jimmy. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
 
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Monday Eve 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19114 and Tuesday at St. Matthew Church, 3000 Cottman Ave. Phila., PA 19149 from 9:15-10:15 AM followed by his Funeral Mass 10:30 AM. Interment Our Lady of Grace Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to William Nolan Sr. fundraising in support of The Superhero Project (superheroprojectinc.org)
Published by Burns Funeral Home - Frankford Ave. on Jun. 3, 2022.

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Stefani Bristol Rotter

July 28, 2022

On behalf of the entire Bristol Family we send our deepest condolences to the entire Nolan Family for your loss. We are so sorry to hear of Billy´s passing.

Karen forrest

June 7, 2022

What a wonderful mass today. What a great man, husband and father. The would would surely be a better place with more role models like Bill.

A Friend

June 6, 2022

I enjoyed talking about Baseball at the games he umped for my son's team. We used to make fun of the coaches and parents that complained about the calls. I used to hope that we had Bill for our games and loved to see him walking up. I will miss you, pal.

Kevin J Murray

June 6, 2022

Duke and Nolan Family

My sincere condolences on your loss I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time
Respectfully
Kevin J Murray

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Joe Lizzi and family

June 4, 2022

Bill was one of the best guys anyone could ever have the privilege of knowing. His love and devotion to his family was readily apparent in all he did. He'll live forever in the hearts and minds of everyone who knew him, and my family and I were in utter disbelief to learn of his passing. We are blessed to have known such a wonderful man and will truly miss seeing him around the neighborhood!

Jason Kennish

June 4, 2022

I umpired with Bill many times. He was always a pleasure to do games with and it was always about the kids first!! The world lost a great guy!!!

Eileen Everling

June 4, 2022

Bernie and family I am so very sorry to hear of Billy´s passing. Be assured I will keep you all in my prayers .

Charles and Christine McGowan

June 4, 2022

Bernadette and family, we are heartbroken and so very sorry to learn of the passing of Bill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Corrine and Thomas McKinney

June 3, 2022

Bernadette, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. We will always keep you and all of your family and friends in our thooghts and prayers. Corrine and Tom Mckinney.

Corrine and Thomas McKinney

June 3, 2022

Bernadette Nolan, Corrine and I send our thoughts and prayers for you and William. We are both truly sorry for your loss. We will have a Mass said in his memory and hope your family and friends stay very close to you Bernadette during this difficult time. God Bless. Corrine and Tom.

Terri Hall

June 3, 2022

I don´t even have words to explain how sad we are for the loss of our good friend Bill. Bern and Bill what a love story. They did everything together. Holding hands like they were two teenagers in love. Bill was always smiling adored his bride. Through the years we had great times with our families and many friends at the Valley Swimclub. Bill was always organizing stickball games or helping run events. Our kids played against each for many years in baseball and basketball. So many graduation parties communions and life events that we all shared. Bill and Bern have raised such a beautiful family. Bill will be missed tremendously.Bern Billy Tina Brian Kelsey Bridget and Pat and kids there´s nothing we can say to take away your pain. Love you all so much
Terri And Tom Hall

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Jun

6

Viewing

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Burns Funeral Home - Frankford Ave.

9708 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19114

Jun

7

Viewing

9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

St. Matthew Church

3000 Cottman Ave, Phila, PA

Jun

7

Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

St. Matthew Church

3000 Cottman Ave, Phila, PA

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