Age 70, passed away on March 7, 2021 at home with family, after an 8-month battle with pancreatic cancer.
Tim leaves behind daughter, Emily Nolan-Collier (Cliff), son Timothy J. Nolan, Jr., twin brother Thomas J. Nolan (Linda), sister Tish E. Schmidt (Jerry), nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, cousins, in-laws, friends, neighbors and his beloved Golden Retriever, Tater. He is joyously reunited with wife, Ann St. Jean Nolan, who passed in September 2018, parents Bill and Eileen (Sweeney) and brother Bill (Mary).
Born May 9, 1950 in South St. Louis, Tim attended St. Cecilia’s grade school and St. Mary’s High School where he formed friendships that would last a lifetime. A proud St. Mary’s alum, he enthusiastically followed the Dragons’ athletic program and participated in many of their annual golf tournaments.
Tim served in the Missouri Air National Guard, 110th Tactical Fighter Squadron, and spoke often of his experiences in service.
Tim retired a well-respected auditor after 26-years with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. His work required extensive travel throughout the United States and Canada. Never lacking a joke or an amusing story, his affable nature led to friendships across the organization.
Tim enjoyed many things throughout life. Athletic by nature, he took up running, completed a half-marathon and played indoor soccer for many years. A golf enthusiast, he loved watching it and playing golf with his buddies. He enjoyed hosting Sunday dinners for his family and spoiling his Golden Retrievers. He cherished the trips with Ann to Florida’s gulf coast where they would walk on the beach, cook seafood and simply appreciate the sunsets together.
His family and friends will remember cocktails and dinners, where he told stories and inevitably quoted his favorite movie lines. We will also remember how generous he was with his time, his possessions and his thoughtfulness. Whether it was helping to paint a room or lending a golf club or simply buying something he believed you must have, he never hesitated to give to others.
He was a unique and special man who will be dearly missed.
Services: Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 16, 2021 from 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at Kutis Funeral Home, 10151 Gravois Road, St. Louis, MO, 63123. Memorial Mass will be held Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Providence Catholic Church, 8866 Pardee Road, St. Louis, MO, 63123.
The Mass will be available online for out-of-town family and friends. Go to olpstl.org and click on the livestream link under Father Schilli’s picture.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, St. Mary’s High School, Humane Society of Missouri, or the charity of your choice.
Such a sad loss of a wonderful person.
Sincere condolences to Emily, Cliff and the Nolan family.
Heaven just got another angel. A true Irish gentleman, thank you Tim.
Emily and Cliff,
I was so sorry to see this sad news. Emily, your dad was very blessed to have you as a daughter, and Cliff, to have you as a son- in-law. I wish you peace and my thoughts and prayers are with you…
Stephanie
Missing you…
Tim was a great guy, very generous and a loyal friend.
When Tim was diagnosed with cancer, he faced it bravely and fought the good fight.
RIP my friend. You are already greatly missed.
Tim was an admirable friend to have. Relentlessly funny when on a roll, one walking into a casino bar at a Teamsters convention, hearing persistent crowd laughter, might easily bet they’d find Tim as its source. Both smiles and regret flow from my memories of him. Having lost track in recent years since Ann, some comfort lies in the belief they are forever together again. I regret not having had opportunity to say thanks for your friendship and Godspeed.
Tim was a great guy and generous with his friendship and love for our extended family. He will be missed. I’m sure Anne is welcoming him home. Godspeed.
Such a huge loss! Tim will be missed dearly! Rest In Peace my friend
I cannot even begin to find the words to say how I feel. I am crying as I write this. I worked with Tim many years and we became close friends. I loved him and Ann so much. I have so many great memories. I can find comfort in knowing he is with Ann (the love of his life). My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family. He will be so missed.
Mike Carey
Dave Shelton on December 8, 2021at 2:20 am
Tim,
Sorry I’m late. You’ll be with Ann, now. You were always so proud of Emily and Timmy. I’ll miss our golf together. You were always a dependable friend, a generous host, a strong Democrat and a good Irishman. I loved talking about old movies with you. I think about you often and I smile every time. Don’t worry, there will be plenty prayers coming your way.
Your Buddy,
DKS