Derek Nolan

To my gorgeous little brother Derek

Growing up together we fought, we laughed, we cried… but it was always that cheeky smile that shone through.
I treasure the memories I have of you, from our family trips, dancing competitions, fun nights out, Coldplay concerts, becoming
parents and most of all your love for Dean,
Dylan, DJ and princess Kenzie.
You have left a legacy in what you achieved in your career.
There was no one like you!
I feel lost in many ways because you are not here today but I will never forget you.
I know I have been blessed
to have had you as my Brother.
“You will always be our star in a sky full of stars”🌟
Love always from your big sister 💕

Derek my best friend
Until we meet again
Those special memories of you will always bring a smile if only i could have u back for just a little while.
Then we could sit and talk to you just like we use to do.
You always meant so very much and always will too. The fact thay your no longer here will always cause me pain.
But your forever in my heart until we meet again ❤️
You will never walk alone and you will always be the man in the moon 🌙 as i tell my little boy Toby that he has someone very special guiding and minding him 💙

Until we meet again. Those special memories of you will always bring a smile,if only i could have you back,for just a little while then we could sit and talk again just like we used to do.you always meant so very much and always will too . The fact that your no longer here will always cause me pain but you're forever in my heart until we meet again. Rest in peace my good friend 💔

Derek,

Growing up with you was a gift I'll cherish forever. You weren't just my brother; you were my closest friend, partner in mischief on our unconventional roadtrips sitting in the boot of the car, our fun nights out in 'The Foundry' and of course my fellow dancer extraordinaire.Remember those hilarious standoffs on the dance floor because of our endearing stubborn streak. It was a privilege and honour to be your dance partner Derek, I will treasure those memories even when you stood on my feet on purpose. Dean, Dylan, DJ, and Kenzie were a testament to your love and dedication as a dad, they were your pride and joy, just as you were the best Godfather to Josh and Uncle to Adam—they looked up to you with admiration. Your kindness and compassion touched so many lives, mine included, always looking out for me over the years. You were so determined, what you achieved in your life both personally and in your career is utterly amazing and I was always so proud of you. The world seems quieter now without your voice and the warmth of your smile. Always know you were loved deeply and are missed everyday.
Shine bright among the stars, and know you're always with me.
You'll Never Walk Alone, sweet dreams bro.
All my love,
Your little sis
♥️🤍♥️🤍

Derek our beloved son.
Something will remind us, we never know when, it might be something someone says and it all comes back again.
The times we spent together, the happiness, the fun. Once again we feel the pain of life without our son.
It's said that time's a healer, we're not sure this is true, there's not a day goes by son that we don't think of you.
Derek, you will forever be in our hearts.
We love you Always ♥️

I have known and worked with Derek for 25 years through Tesco where we were mngrs together and always enjoyed Derek’s company and was only talking to him recently where we agreed to meet up, very sad to not have met and devastated for the loss of such a decent guy. My thoughts are with you John and the whole family at this awful time. RIP Derek

Kay and Joe my thoughts are with you both.I first worked with Derek in Quinnsworth when I hired him to do the town deliveries with Perth.That was some combination .There was alot of deliveries went to the wrong houses in their time together.Derek was a good guy and a great worker.I always had the crack with him in later years about Liverpool .Derek also done his bit for charity.One of his events was a soccer match in Rathnews pitch tesco legends v Tesco Bray great crack before and after game with Derek.

Sincere condolences to Joe, Kaye, John, Margaret, Richard, Caitriona and the extended Nolan family on the sad and untimely passing of Derek. He will always be a bright star shining for you all. May Derek Rest in Peace.

From school days to nights out, your gold BMW, your “out there” dress sense that only you could get away with, Liverpool v Man Utd. matches, weddings, becoming Dads, and many great occasions in between. I was fortunate to experience all of this as your friend
Mr. Nolan! We have few go-to friends that we want to call at major milestones in life & you were one of those friends to me. One of the things you became known for over the years was affectionately calling people you knew by Mr., Mrs. or Miss, and funnily enough, I believe your nickname in Circle K was Mr. Retail, very fitting considering what you achieved and your dedication & passion for the business over almost 30 years. You worked so hard right from your school days to get the best out of life & while your life has been cut way too short, you surely got the most out of it and achieved and experienced an unbelievable amount in that time while also helping those around you to do the same. To Joe, Kaye, John, Mags, Richard, Cathy, Dean, Dillon, DJ and Kenzie, I am so sorry for the massive loss you are experiencing but I know you are and should be so very proud of the person that Derek was. Anytime I talked to Derek on the phone over the last number of years the call would always end with him saying “keep in touch” so I’ll finish by saying I’ll miss you buddy, keep in touch, from your old friend Mr. O’Toole and of course Mrs. O’Toole, Ciara & Emily xxx

Condolences to all .

Sincere sympathy to my brother Joe Kaye John Margaret caitriona & Richard on the sad passing of Derek. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Deepest heartfelt condolences to Derek’s family, I just can’t imagine the immense sadness you are going through, it’s still so hard to believe Derek is not here, everyday still expecting Derek to peep over his screen and say good morning in the office, I’ve known Derek over 20 years from Tesco to Circle K, but more so everyday for the last 8 years in Circle K working together on the leadership team, these are difficult times knowing that’s changed, but great to remember that we had a blast, we all built great trust and great friendships, work hard, play hard.

You’ll never walk alone Derek, you’ll forever be missed.

You’ll live on through your 4 fabulous children. Sending your family lots of strength, Rest in Peace xx

Its been a privilege to be your friend Derek since 1993. That cheeky, happy go lucky smile and approach took you to places most can only ever aspire to. Your parents can only ever be proud of all that you be achieved but most of all because of the person you have become. As your friend, i enjoyed the career sparring we had, the craic on the nights outs, the spilt drinks and the scrapes we would get into. I'll miss you beyind words, it doesnt feel real to not have you winding everyone up in the whatsapp group and I'm so sorry we never got that reunion night sorted in the end. What I do know is, you'll have to travel a long, long way to find another like you, Derek. If the world had more like Derek, this world would be a much better place. I will always miss you, Clink, and I'll see you in the next life for more escapades.

Sincere condolences to all Derek's family and friends at this sad time. Rest in peace.

Derek Nolan was a great guy. I enjoyed working with him at Tesco. I always learned a lot from him on every store visit. He could read a room and well and always knew when and how to lighten the mood. A sound man and a good man.

So sorry for your loss.
Derek was such a gent.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

My thoughts are with Dereks family and extended family at this very sad time. Very early on in my career you were my very first Store Manager the first Nolan boy I had the pleasure to work alongside. You were kind, generous and in Wilton we had such great craic. I'll never forget that brown suit, I know you will be missed sorely by your loving brother John (2nd Nolan I worked with), we often spoke about you. It's with sad regret I know and feel the pain of losing a brother. My deepest heartfelt sympathy to your Mam John and especially to your children. May your gentle soul rest in peace.

We are really sorry to hear about the passing of Derck.
Joe,Kay father and mother,john,Richard, Catriona, and Margaret Brothers and sisters.May he rest in peace. "It's comforting to know that James will be there to welcome Derek at the gates of heaven. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the entire family during this difficult time. Aidan,Carina, Megan, and Abbie."

My thoughts are with Dereks family in this very sad time . Derek was very generous with his time and helped me an awful lot when i was starting out as a Store Mgr . No question too silly and always at the end of the phone , ill always be grateful for Dereks guidance .

My sincere condolences to all of Derek's family. He will be sorely missed.

Sincere condolences to all of Derek's family, friends & colleagues on his sad passing. He was a gentleman and pleasure to work with. May you rest in peace

We were absolutely devastated to hear of Derek's sudden and untimely passing, Derek's friendship is something we will treasure forever, always up for the laugh a true gentleman and most importantly a fantastic father to his 4 beautiful children, Derek was not only a friend to many he was a friend to "Everyone" his generosity and endless work for charity was typical of his personality, always helping and reaching out to others, The Banter Match days were the best days ever, we made so many good friends,

Kelly Dean Dylan DJ and Princess Kenzie, to Derek's parents Joe and Kay his brother's John and Richard his Sisters Margaret and Catriona our hearts are truly broken for you all,

A Fantastic Son Brother Husband Idolised Father Work Colleague and Friend to All,

Rest in peace Derek, i am so glad to call you my Friend and that you will remain forever, To one of the kindest gentlest souls may you rest in peace

Until we meet again, "Your a Sky Full Of Stars" YNWA

I worked with Derek and his brother John in Tesco many years ago . I bumped into Derek in the Coca-Cola box in Croke park a few years ago and we had great craic and a few drinks , he was great company and will be sorely missed . My deepest condolences to all the family.

I am Devastated to hear of the passing of Derek. I started in Quinnsworth Arklow with Derek in October 1996. When I met Derek the first thing I seen was this cheeky chap with a smile that would light up every room he walked into. There was never a dull moment everyday we worked together. I could see he had drive and he worked his way up to become store manager at a very young age. He was my manager in Tesco Gorey. His brother John took over from him in Gorey, who I had the pleasure working with aswell. During his career he moved into Circle K. He was a force to be reckoned with. Derek, we used to have the best of times together and you will always be in my heart and my thoughts everyday and you will be missed. My condolences to Dereks family and relatives. This is a very sad time.

So sorry to hear this news
Good times working with Derek over the years in Tesco

Thinking of all the Nolan family

Had the pleasure to both work with Derek and live beside him in Gorey.Derek was a True Gentleman and was always willing do his best for his Kids.Derek was Taken too soo n and will be sadly missed.My Thoughts and Prayers are With Derek’s Family at this Sad Time.

I was so sad to hear of Derek’s passing, I had the pleasure to work with him over the years, he always had a smile and his cheeky laugh would always bring a smile. He will be missed by so many. May he rest in peace. My condolences and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.

Kay and Joe my thoughts are with U both,I had the honour of knowing Derek for many years from a young teenager to the man he was today.A pure gentleman always up for a laugh and always getting away with it ,with his smile. Will always be in mine and my family's thoughts.

Sincere condolences to all of Dereks family and friends on his passing. I had the pleasure of working with Derek in Tesco Naas and also with his brother John over the years. We named him "the cub" because he was the youngest member of the team. He was was always up for a laugh and was great company to be around, a gentleman. Watch down on your family and give the strength through this tough time, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Derek, you wont be forgotten.

Sincere condolences to Joe & Kay and all of Derek’s family. We are thinking of and praying for you. May Derek rest in peace.

Deepest condolences Mags & extended family. Such a shock for you all. May Derek rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Joe & Kay and all of Derek’s family and friends .. Rip Derek 🙏❤️

Sincere condolences to the Nolan and Ryan family, May Derek Rest IN PEACE,

Deepest sympathies to you Mags, your parents, brothers and sister on the sad passing of Derek.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

So sorry for your loss. To Kelly, Dean, Dylan, DJ and Kenzie. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
From United Warriors Sports Club

My condolences to all of Derek's family and friends, particularly his wife and children, on his tragic passing. I got to know Derek initially through his role in Circle K a number of years back and met him again recently via the Institute of Directors (IoD) course we were both participating in. He was a gentleman and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

RIP

Derek’s enthusiasm, passion and drive, and his bright happy smile will be sadly missed at Circle K. My sincere condolences to all of Derek’s family, and to his children.

The school community of Holy Family NS, Rathcoole wish to extend our condolences to Kelly, Dean, Dylan, Derek and Kenzie and all the family. We are thinking of you all.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal agus dílis.

Colm Byrne (Principal)

Sincere sympathy to Joe Kay and the Nolan family on the sad passing of Derek may he rest in peace our thoughts and prayers are with you

RIP Derek. Sincere condolences to the John and the Nolan Family at this difficult and sad time.

Sincere condolences John and Richard and family . Very sorry to hear about Derek . May he rest in peace .

Sincere condolences to Joe, Kay and Family on the passing of Derek. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. May Derek Rest In Peace.

Joe and Kay, thinking of you and all your family at this sad time.

To all the Nolan family, I have had the pleasure of getting to know Derek over the last year whilst doing our Director's course in the IMI, we are all deeply shocked at his sudden passing, he was respected and liked by all in the class, he was a true gentleman and a real family man. Please accept my deepest condolences. He will remain in all our thoughts. David

Condolences Kay and all your family on the lose of your son. May he rest in peace.

Am devastated to hear the sad news of Derek passing ..my thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this very sad time ..💔❤️❤️

Our deepest sympathy to Joe, Kay and all their family, on the loss of their beloved Derek. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Sincere condolences to John and the extended Nolan family on the sad passing of Derek. May he Rest in Peace.

Deepest sympathy to all the NOLAN family on the sad passing of Derek . Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

My beautiful friend Kelly and family.we are so sorry for the sudden loss of your beautiful husband Derek you both idolized each other and you both were the perfect match. Had a beautiful family Of your own and thrived in every way.❤️ My heart is in pieces for you all. Derek's legacy will live on in you and your precious children Kelly❤️ you are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in perfect peace Derek. 🙏🏼🤍💙

Sincere condolences to you all for your loss. May Derek rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to Kelly and all the family! To Big John, Heartbroken for you all. Derek brought his family values to work every day from Quinnsworth Tesco Circle K! A total inspiration to everyone he met!! That killer smile was always disarming , and was always there when needed!!The world is a lesser place with Derek’s passing!Rest in peace old Friend

Deepest sympathies to John & Lorraine & all the Nolan family at this very difficult time. May Derek rest in peace. Thinking of you all.

Our sincere sympathy to Kay and Joe and all the family on your great loss.Kathleen and Michael O Shea.nee Doyle.Co. Roscommon.

Sincere condolences to all the Nolan Family at this difficult time.
May the memories you share of Derek support you over the weeks and months ahead.

Our sincere sympathy to Kay and Joe and all the Nolan family on the sad passing of Derek. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

My sympathies to John and the Nolan family on the loss of Derek. Memories of a friendly chap in Knockbeg and always with a hello.

Dean , John, and all the family, our deepest sympathy, may Derek rest in peace. Thinking of you all at this very sad time.

Sincere condolences to all of Derek's family, friends & colleagues on his very sad passing. Too young to be taken from this world. May you rest in peace Derek. X

My deepest sympathy to Kay & Joe, Caitriona, Mags, John & Richard on the passing of Derek. Sending love & strength to you all during this very difficult time. I will always have fond memories of Derek & Caitriona
dancing together at the many
competitions we went to years ago. Thinking of all Derek's family & friends at this very sad time. May he rest in peace.