Brian Carter Nolan

Brian Carter Nolan, age 63, of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, died on August 10, 2025. He was born on February 17, 1962, in Batchewana Bay, Canada, to Frank Sr. and Charlotte (Gingras) Nolan. Brian grew up in Sault Ste. Marie, Canada. After college, he moved to the United States, where he began working at Kewadin Casinos as a Blackjack Dealer. It was there that he met the love of his life, Lonetta, and the two were married on November 15, 2008. He retired after twenty years at Kewadin. From the age of 13 until he was 48, Brian was also a professional boxer. His career took him across the world, from Russia to Africa, and even gave him the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet the Pope. Brian was a dedicated member of the Batchewana First Nation Tribe of Indians. Brian was an amazing husband and father, and loved nothing more than spending time with his family. In quieter moments, he could often be found watching the news or weather channels. Brian is survived by his wife, Lonetta; children, Brian Bradley of Mackinac Island, Michigan, Michael (Christine) Bradley of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, Laura (Adam) of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, and Jacob (Amanda) Nolan of Sault Ste. Marie, Canada, Joseph Nolan of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan; grandchildren, Zachariah Cane Smith, Aislyn Nolan, and Grady Nolan; and brother, Frank Nolan of Sault Ste. Marie, Canada. Brian was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Sr. and Charlotte; brothers, Steve Nolan of Winsor, Ontario, Mike Nolan of Sault Ste. Marie, Canada, and Henry Nolan; and sister, Deborah Nolan. Per Brian's wishes, no services will be held at this time. A private family BBQ will be held at a later date. Memorial Contributions can be made in Brian's honor may be made to Batchewana First Nation, 236 Frontenac St, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 3T3, Canada, Condolences may be left to the family at www.familylifefh.com.