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Tannehill Cemetery
Pittsburg, Oklahoma
Bishop Funeral Home
Submitted by: Carol Spear Rice
James Homer Nolan, Sr., 81, of McAlester, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 20, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by the love of his family.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 23, 2026, at North Side Assembly of God Church, officiated by Rev. Brian Smith. Burial will follow at Tannehill Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be James Nolan, Michael Nolan, Kevin Lowery, Andrew Garcia, Trenton Nolan, and James Dankof.
Honorary pallbearers include Daniel Nolan, Alfredo Nolan, Ray Brown, Bryndan Dugger, Tanner Dugger, and Carmen Nolan.
James was born on November 4, 1944, in Brewton, Alabama, to Willie Acey and Mamie Lee (Gillman) Nolan. He was raised in Alabama and Florida, where he developed a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for family.
On July 7, 1972, James married the love of his life, Teresa Thompson, in Mobile, Alabama. Together they built a life rooted in love and devotion, living in Arkansas before making McAlester, Oklahoma their home in 1993.
James worked as a painter for a manufacturing company until his retirement in 1995. He took pride in his work and carried that same dedication into every aspect of his life.
He found great joy in the outdoors, whether fishing or tending to his yard. Above all, James cherished time spent with his family. His children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were truly his pride and joy, and he leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and kindness. James had a special place in his heart for his pet dogs, especially his beloved companion, "Taco."
James was a faithful member of North Side Assembly of God Church, where his presence and fellowship will be deeply missed.
He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, and two sisters.
Survivors include his beloved wife, Teresa Nolan of the home; his sons, James Nolan, Jr. and wife Sanjuana, and Michael Nolan and wife Jennifer; his daughters, Kathy Garcia and husband Antonio, and Patricia Dankof and husband James; his grandchildren, Daniel Nolan, Alfredo Nolan, Kevin Lowery and wife Leah, Andrew Garcia and wife Blair, Gloria DuBroc and husband Tyson, Jennifer Cloud and husband Delton, Ray Brown, Bryndan Dugger and wife Star, Tanner Dugger, Trenton Nolan, Carmen Nolan, and Dede Nolan; his great-grandchildren, Raider Garcia, Hadleigh Lowery, Karson Garcia, Gannon Lowery, Taelynn DuBroc, Blakelynn Cloud, Remington Dugger, and Addison DuBroc; his sister, Myrtle Brigan; his brother, Rannie Nolan; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and many other family members and friends who will cherish his memory.
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