Constance Nolan

NOLAN (Russell),

Constance Joyce

On October 20, 2024, Constance Joyce Nolan (Russell) (affectionately known as Connie, Mom, and Nana Connie) of Roswell, GA, transitioned to the Heavens.

As the story has been told, when she came into this world her mother, Sophie, held her in her arms and heard a song on the radio with the lyrics "Constant Joy." Hence, her name.

In the Summer of 1954, Mom fell in love with Richard E. Nolan (Rich, Richie, Dick, Dad, Pop-Pop Richie). Dad spent summers as a lifeguard on the beach in the resort town of Lavallette, NJ. "He had a great smile and nice legs" according to Mom! They were married on June 10, 1956, and spent over 68 years together as husband and wife. Dad cherished the ground Mom walked on. He loved spending time with her. From the simple Sunday drives after church and lunch, to the extensive travel to over 32 countries (we have the videos to prove it!), they most enjoyed their excursions to the casinos! They never won big, but they loved it!

"More than the greatest love the world has known

This is the love that I give to you, alone

More than the simple words, I try to say

I only live to love you more, each day"

Mom was gifted with a great sense of humor and a devilish spirit. We oftentimes felt like we were living with Lucy and Ethel! She was funny, told great stories (dialects included). She was the life of the party and always made you feel welcome and wanted to know everything about you. She was the perfect compliment to funny man, Richie Nolan! And to top it all off, man was she a "looker!"

She is survived by her husband of nearly 69 years, Richard E. Nolan; daughters, Lynn Holcomb of Boca Raton, FL, Gail Terrell-Crane (Michael) of Alpharetta, GA, Jill Morris (Robert) of St. Johns, FL; and son, Ken (Betsy) of Cumming, GA; grandchildren, Chase (Lindsey) Holcomb, Taylor Holcomb (Juan) Tapia, Ryan, Berkley and Carson Nolan, Reeves and Trace Terrell, Bailey Morris (Joe) Sera, Brooke Morris; and great-grandsons, Landon and Liam Holcomb; a third great-grandchild is due on her birthday, March 13, 2025; sister-in-law, Cathy Russell; many cousins, with whom she remained very close to throughout her life; many nieces and nephews who adored her.

She was preceded in death by her father, Henry E. Russell (1971); mother, Sophie E. Russell (2005); and brother, Kenneth H. Russell, who passed on October 1, 2024. We hope she won't be too angry with us when they run into each other in Heaven, as we never had the opportunity to tell her!

The family would like to express its gratitude and thanks to all of the compassionate care givers at Northside Forsyth Hospital and Capstone Hospice who attended to her every need over the past few weeks. And a special thanks to Father Paul Flood for being there for her. Thank you for giving us additional time.

Moja droga, ja cie kocham means that I love you so.

Kocham ciebie calym serce means Love you with all my heart.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you consider a donation in her name to one of her most beloved charities: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Shriners Hospitals for Children, Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

A Memorial Mass, officiated by Father Paul Flood will be held on Friday, November 8, 2024, at St. Brigid Catholic Church, 3400 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek, Georgia 30022, beginning at 11:00 AM. There will be a reception following at St. Ives Country Club, 1 St. Ives Country Club Drive, Johns Creek, Georgia 30097.

Services provided by Roswell Funeral Home, 950 Mansell Road, Roswell. GA 30076, 770-993-4811.