Thomas Brian Nolan passed away on April 14, 2019, after a brief, but brave battle with esophageal cancer. He was born in Evergreen Park, Illinois, on May 22, 1958, to Thomas and Teresa Nolan. They later moved to Tinley Park, Illinois, in 1973. There, Tom attended Carl Sandburg H.S. in Orland Park, Illinois and graduated in 1977. He then continued his education at Moraine Valley Community College, where he obtained his Associate degree in Mechanical Drafting. Tom married his wife Deborah, of 32 years, in 1986. They would have two sons, Sean and Patrick. He enjoyed watching the Notre Dame College football and compared notes long distance with his brothers on how good or bad they were doing. He also had a Love/Hate relationship with the Chicago Cubs. His favorite pastime was relaxing on the weekends fishing on our dock and just enjoying living at Lake Kiowa. Tom worked for the Andrew Corporation, which brought him to Texas, and call it home for many years, they were sold and presently worked for ASC Signal as a Designer, SATCOM Engineering Division, Plano, Texas. He took great pride in working for this corporation. Tom leaves behind his wife Deborah, sons Sean and Patrick; brother, Kevin and Dawn Nolan, and their children Kara Nolan and Brian Nolan; brother, Tim Nolan and his son Raymond Nolan; Uncle Robert Nolan and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Teresa Nolan; infant sister, Mary Nolan; brother Michael Nolan; Grandparents, Frank and Bridgette Fitzpatrick; and beloved Aunts and Uncles. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, May 4, 2019 at the Meador Funeral Home Chapel, Gainesville, Texas. Visitation is to be from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm prior to the service.
Tom: I enjoyed working with you these past three years at ASC Signal / CPI and have learned quite a lot about this industry. You always took the time, stopping what you were doing, to answer questions or explain something. I will miss doing the NHL Playoffs fantasy league with you.
May God’s Peace bring comfort to your family. Until we meet again. — Brad
I just wanted you to know how deeply saddened I was to hear about Tom’s passing. I proud to call Tom my friend and co-worker.
I am feeling your pain and sorrow at this difficult time. Deb and family, you have my sincere sympathy.
Heartfelt condolences and best wishes to the Nolan family. Though we are all very saddened by Tom’s passing, it is really not possible think of his life and stay sad for very long. What an amazing blessing and joy it has been for me to know and work with him closely over the past 14 years.
Tom, you are a prince of a guy; 100% class. Thanks for being my good friend. Rest in peace.
My thoughts and prayers for the family.
Many well wishes to the family. I worked with Tom at Andrew in Texas in the late 90’s and throughout the 2000’s. Tom was always willing to help me when I needed support in the field and later when I moved to Customer Support in Plano TX. He will be missed.
Tom…you were a good friend and co-worker. I loved your humor and laugh. You will be missed. May God bless your family.
God bless and rest in peace my good friend Tom. Working with him the past 27 years has been a lesson in dedication and humility.
I had the pleasure of knowing Tom and working with him for many years. We had a great deal of fun together and shared a few long island ice teas. Very sad to hear this news and our thoughts and prayers are with Deb and the boys.
In just the few short years we got to know Tom he became a good friend and neighbor. So kind and thoughtful. We enjoyed his humor and fun personality. He will be missed very much. Our deepest sympathy to Debbie, Sean & Patrick.
Deb and Family,
You have my heartfelt sympathies. Tom worked with my husband, Steve, for many years at Andrew Corp. He had an infectious smile. He adored his family and always showed kindness to everyone. Tom’s legacy lives on through the many lives he touched.
I pray that God provides serenity and peace that you need to get through this.
I met Tom back in ’84 when I started at Andrew. We’ve been friends ever since.
He was a very dedicated and talented designer. I’m going to miss talking sports and shop with Tom, especially football. We played a lot of golf together and although we both weren’t all that good, we sure had a lot of fun. I always thought we would get one more round in.
My condolences to Deb, Sean and Pat.
Tom: I had the distinct pleasure of working with you (albeit long distance) for the last 15 or so years and am grateful to for your kindness & friendliness over the years.
To the Nolan family, my deepest condolences to you all and know that he will be missed very much.
“Like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow.” – Robert Louis Stevenson