William H. Nolan Sr.

William (Bill) H. Nolan Sr. died in Ormond Beach, Florida on May 10th 2012. Bill was born on June 26th 1925 in Montclair, New Jersey. Upon graduation from Immaculate Conception HS in 1942 he joined the US Navy and served as a submariner and radioman until his discharge in 1946. Bill later graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Finance from the Wharton School in 1951. He was a successful investment advisor and stock broker for over 45 years. He retired from his management position with Prudential Securities in 1993. During his entire adult life Bill actively served his church and residential communities of Montclair, NJ, Wheeling, WV, and Ormond Beach, Florida where he had retired to in 1997. Over the years he received numerous awards from both his church and civic organizations recognizing him for his time and productive efforts on their behalf. Bill is survived by his wife of 59 years Dolores (nee Ciullo), two sons, William H. Jr. (Jenifer) of Wheeling, WV, John (Anna) of Alexandria, VA, and four daughters Carol Roman of Danville, CA and Mary Beeson (Justin) of Martinez, CA., Patricia Rosengard (Steven) of Marlton, NJ, and Barbara Pitts (David) of Naples, FL. He leaves 8 grandchildren; Kellee, Kristin, Adam, John, Jason, Kiersten, Lauren, Andrew, and 2 great grandchildren; Ryan, and Isabella. He also leaves his sister Susan Nolan Burgi of Moorestown, NJ. Bill was the epitome of a fine, loving and giving person. His example affected the lives of so many people, in so many special ways. He has and always will be, worthy of our eternal love and admiration. Visitation will be at 1:00 pm until time of Mass. Memorial Mass celebrating the life of William will be held at 2:00 pm Thursday, May 17th in the Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 600 S. Nova Rd., Ormond Beach, FL 32174. In lieu of flowers any donation to the Knights of Columbus Council 8791 at Prince of Peace Church, 600 South Nova Road, Ormond Beach, FL 32174 would be appreciated. Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.volusiamemorialfunerals.com. Arrangements are under the care and trust of Volusia Memorial Funeral Home, Ormond Beach, FL.