Susan Nolan

Susan Nolan obituary, Clinton, MA

Susan Nolan

Susan Nolan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Philbin-Comeau Funeral Home on Feb. 17, 2026.
Clinton-Susan J. (Bennett) Nolan, 79, passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, February 15, 2026. She is survived by her husband, James Nolan; their children and spouses, James Nolan & Kristin, Melissa Pasquale & Anthony, Bryan Nolan, and Mandy Burke & James; 9 grandchildren, Derek, Andrew, Ryan, Brandon, Kaylynn, Nolan, Cameron, Brady, and Bryan; and 2 great-grandchildren, Francis and Delaney. She leaves her sister, Holly Miller, generations of nieces, nephews, extended family and many dear friends. She is pre-deceased by her infant son Keith Nolan, grandson A.J. Pasquale, and siblings, Barbara Mecum, Linda Michalak, Bruce, Larry, Bobby and Dianne Bennett.

Daughter of the late Lawrence & Helen (Johnstone) Bennett, Susan was born, raised, and educated in Clinton, and was a graduate of the Clinton High School, Class of 1965. She achieved her Licensed Practical Nursing certification from David Hale Fanning Trade School and spent her lifelong career in healthcare, working for the Clinton Hospital and Coachlace Nursing Home before ultimately retiring from her dream job, as the school nurse for the Clinton Elementary School. Following retirement, she and Jim enjoyed many winters at their home in Largo, Florida. Among her many hobbies and interests, Susan enjoyed playing golf, computer games, bowling, and knitting. Above all, she was a proud family matriarch, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.

Calling hours will be held from 4 until 7PM on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 in the Philbin-Comeau Funeral Home, 176 Water St., Clinton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10AM on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at St. John the Evangelist Church, 80 Union St., Clinton. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Susan Nolan to: Barbara J. Mecum Foundation, 80 Shrewsbury St., Boylston, MA 01505. Online condolences may be placed at www.philbincomeaufh.com

**Susan's Funeral Mass will be live streamed from St. John the Evangelist Church at 10AM on Wednesday, February 25th and available for remote attendance by clicking on the WATCH EVENT tab below**

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Jean Wickes

February 23, 2026

We´re very sorry to learn of Sue´s passing. Smitty and I visited Sue and Jim in Largo several times - we always went out for a meal. Sue was a fun and kind person.

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