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JOHN EDWARD NOLAN  
Washington DC lawyer, Marine Corps veteran and Civil Rights Activist John Edward Nolan, 90, passed away of natural causes in the early hours of November 18, 2017 at home surrounded by his family. Survived by his wife of 67 years Joan Nolan, and children Carol Nolan Klatt (Michael), Kelly Nolan Spencer (Robert), Richard Nolan (Mary), Patricia Nolan McNeill (Christopher) and eight grandchildren David Klatt, Andrew Klatt (Faith), Elizabeth Spencer, Michael Spencer, John "Jack" Nolan, Kelly Nolan, John "Nolan" McNeill, and Henry McNeill. His eldest son John Nolan died in 1980. A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 9 at St Jane Frances de Chantel Church, 9701 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers that donations be made in his name, John Nolan, to the Red Cloud Indian School at the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, the Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA/Hospice) or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Published by The Washington Post on Nov. 21, 2017.
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My heartfelt condolences on your loss. Please know that you are in my prayers. Mr. Nolan was one of the kindest men I've ever met and I am forever grateful for the gift he gave me in sponsoring my study at Cambridge.

Aaron Haviland

December 15, 2017

Pamela B. Garde, Cousin of Christopher McNeill, Sorry to hear about Mr. Nolan. When Christopher and Patricia married in 1989, it was an honor to meet Mr. Nolan. He was a very kind and gentle person who will be missed.

Garde Pamela

December 8, 2017

The family of John David Miller, recipient of the Cambridge Scholarship for 2011-2013, wish to extend our prayers to your family with the loss of such a great man. His generosity has greatly affected our family and has indirectly gave our family experiences we never would have had. The gift you shared can never be put into adequate words. Please know we share your sadness and send our love to help you through this difficult time

Linda and William Miller

November 24, 2017

May the peace of God be with you.

Phil. 4:6, 7

November 23, 2017

Our most sincere condolences to the Nolan family, especially Carol, and the Klatts (Mike, David, & Andy).
Much love and support for a life well lived by John Nolan (Pops)!

The Reynolds

November 22, 2017

My condolences, I will miss Mr. Nolan very much. Jamie Cramer, Steptoe & Johnson LLP

Jamie Cramer

November 22, 2017

My condolences to the family. May the peace of God and the fond memories you cherish comfort and sustain you in your time of need.
-RM

November 21, 2017

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11

November 18, 2017

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