Thomas A. Nolan, Sr.

Thomas “Tom” Aloysius Nolan Sr., age 87, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on February 21, 2024.

Tom attended Sacred Heart Elementary School and graduated from Catholic High School in 1955, where he was an all-star athlete. He played football for Tulane University and graduated from Louisiana State University. He was an entrepreneur who worked as a political consultant, real estate developer, and restaurateur. Tom attended Our Lady of Mercy and Sacred Heart Catholic Churches. He was an avid CHS and LSU sports fan. Tom was a loving husband and father, and he adored his only grandchild, Nolan. He knew many people and had many friends who were very dear to him. Those who knew Tom had many interesting stories to tell, but most of all appreciated his generosity and love of life.

Tom is survived by his spouse, Angela Leggio Nolan, his son, Thomas “Tommy” Aloysius Nolan Jr., his daughter, Rhonda Nolan Levy, her spouse, Darryl “Alex” Alexander Levy, his brother-in-law, Gregory John Leggio, his spouse, Laurie Stoliker Leggio, his grandson, Nolan Alexander Levy, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Joseph “Doc” Charles Nolan Sr., his mother, Jessie Petro Nolan, his brothers Joseph “Junior” Charles Nolan Jr., and Michael “Mickey” Quinn Nolan.

Visitation will take place beginning at 9:00 am at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, on Wednesday, February 28th, 2024. A Catholic Liturgy of the Word will be held at 11:00 am. Inurnment will follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.