Birth: 1926, Minneapolis, Minnesota Death: 2009, Scottsdale, Arizona Burial: St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Parents:
Mathew J. Nolan (1889–1929)
Beatrice Crombie Nolan (1893–1977)
Siblings: Marian, William, Rosemary, John Matthew, Patrick Joseph, James “Bud,” Matthew James (“Mutzie”), Catherine “Katie”
Spouse: Margaret Catherine “Midge” Clarity Nolan (1926–2006)
Joseph Patrick Nolan was part of the second generation of the Minnesota Nolans — the nine children of Mathew J. Nolan and Beatrice Crombie, whose family became a central pillar of the Nolan–Crombie lineage in Minneapolis. Born in 1926, Joe grew up in a lively Irish‑Catholic household defined by humor, loyalty, and the unmistakable Nolan spirit.
His life took him from Minneapolis to the warmth of Arizona, but his roots — and ultimately his resting place — remained firmly in Minnesota.
Born into the heart of the Nolan–Crombie family during a period of strong settlement in Minneapolis.
Grew up in a large, close‑knit household where resilience and family loyalty shaped daily life.
Lived through the Great Depression, World War II, and the post‑war boom that transformed Minnesota.
Married Margaret “Midge” Clarity, forming a strong and enduring partnership.
Later relocated to Scottsdale, Arizona, where he lived until his passing in 2009.
Remembered for his warmth, humor, and the deep bonds he maintained with his siblings throughout his life.
Joe’s marriage to Margaret Catherine “Midge” Clarity brought together two long‑established Minnesota families. Their home remained connected to the broader Nolan–Crombie network, even after moving to Arizona.
Children:
Joseph, Daniel, William, Mary Pat, Margaret, Paul, Colleen
Joseph Patrick Nolan rests at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Minneapolis, alongside his wife Midge and many members of the Nolan, Crombie, and Sexton families. His return to Minnesota for burial reflects the enduring strength of his family ties.