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Dorris Nolan

 Dorris Bury Nolan  1918 - 2020
 
 
Dorris Bury Nolan died in Brookhaven on May 24, 2020, after a full, rich and rewarding life.

She was 101 years old, and she was very well-loved.
 
Born in 1918, a midwestern girl, her early years were happily spent in a small town in Missouri.

There she weathered snowy winters and the Great Depression with grace, good humor, and warm memories of simple pleasures.

She had a wonderful mother and father and close, life-long family friends. She attended Lamar High School and Cottey College,

a private girl’s liberal arts college and “finishing school”, where she excelled in drawing and design.
 
Following her education, she worked for several years in Kansas City before moving south to

New Orleans to assist in a cartography office with the development and drawing of World War II military maps.

It was in New Orleans that she met her husband, Edward Nolan.
 
They moved to Brookhaven in 1953 where she raised and guided a daughter and pursued an

accomplished career as a legal assistant at Cohn, Hobbs & Hobbs, ultimately becoming

Executive Office Manager and Librarian for Nalco Chemical Company until her retirement.  
 
Over the years in Brookhaven, she established and enjoyed a wide circle of valued friendships.

She participated as a charter member of Brookhaven Little Theater and “starred” in several early productions.

She was an involved member of Willing Hearts Circle and served for years on the Board of Directors of  King’s Daughters Medical Center.

She was an engaged congregant in Faith Presbyterian Church where she taught Sunday School and many various  Women’s Circle groups.

She had a passion for animals of every distinction and gave beloved pets, in particular succession of Siamese cats, very good homes.

Most importantly, throughout her life, she was a devoted student of the Bible,  a sound Christian counselor, and a deep and trusting lover of Jesus.  
 
She was intelligent, capable, and handled her life with steadfast dignity. She always looked beautiful, had real originality and a very discriminating eye. 

She was beyond reproach in every aspect of her life. She recognized quality in people and in things.

She painted, baked from scratch, sewed expertly, and made a lovely home where everything always seemed somehow special.

She was the best and most fun Mom in the whole world.
 
She is survived by her daughter, Tonie Nolan, and son-in-law Maury Montaldi of Washington, D.C.
 
Memorial services are pending and will be planned and announced as our churches reopen.

9 comments

  • Comment Link Susan Laird Thursday, 04 June 2020 12:12 posted by Susan Laird

    Tonite, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Praying for you and thinking of you.
    Susan Lea Laird

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  • Comment Link Karen Britt and Peggy Holmes Wednesday, 03 June 2020 18:23 posted by Karen Britt and Peggy Holmes

    She was an amazing lady! My mom and I cleaned house for her many years ago. She was always the sweetest person. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.

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  • Comment Link Barbara Davis Tuesday, 02 June 2020 18:15 posted by Barbara Davis

    She was so sweet, caring and genuine. What a great role model for you and for your friends that had the pleasure of her presence. I will cherish fond memories of her when visiting you in her home. I loved her style, her sweet manner and her precious laugh. May God bless you and comfort you during the days to come. ❤️? Barbara

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  • Comment Link Marji Barron Monday, 01 June 2020 10:01 posted by Marji Barron

    I am so sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories of her. She was such a sweet person and so devoted to you. A true southern lady. Praying for you and your family. God bless.

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  • Comment Link Judy Spence Thursday, 28 May 2020 19:39 posted by Judy Spence

    What a blessing to meet her on her 101 birthday with her dear friend ms Jimmie. Her smile lit up the room. Prayers for you and your family. It was a honor to visit with her and watch her and ms Jimmie laugh about thier years of being best friends. She will surely be missed .

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  • Comment Link Susan Collinsworth Allen Thursday, 28 May 2020 17:38 posted by Susan Collinsworth Allen

    So sorry for the loss of your mom. Sending love and prayers to you.

    Susan

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  • Comment Link jbullard Wednesday, 27 May 2020 17:42 posted by jbullard

    What a great role model she was for Tonie and for me!!! She will LIVE in our hearts forever!!!! I will forever hear her voice saying..."TONIE----You girls get back here!!!!!". She was a very funny, kind and loving southern lady. She will be missed! Mike & Joyce

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  • Comment Link Margie Parsons Wednesday, 27 May 2020 09:11 posted by Margie Parsons

    One of the sweetest ladies I have ever known. God has received another angel May you rest in peace my dear friend.

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  • Comment Link Pamela Case Tuesday, 26 May 2020 18:11 posted by Pamela Case

    My heart is broken.... Mrs. Nolan was such a sweet lady and dearly loved. It was an honor to be her housekeeper at Diversicare. God bless your family

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