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John J. Nolan

Died April 17, 1960

John J. Nolan served in the U.S. Navy.

How He Died
Manner Natural
Cause Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
What Happened

Patrolman John Nolan suffered a fatal heart attack while at home with his family. The patrolman had been involved in a foot chase with a burglary suspect at 1:00 a.m. the day before at a Central Islip restaurant. Officer Nolan was a United States Navy veteran and had served with the Suffolk County Police Department for over two years.

Survivors
He was survived by his wife, three daughters, and a son.
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Service Record
U.S. Navy
Also Served
Suffolk County Police Department
Patrolman
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 9-E · Line 15 cut as JOHN J NOLAN
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In tribute

I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.

Patrolman Nolan gave the Suffolk County Police Department 2 years.

Thank you for your service to the Yaphank community, and for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, brother.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

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