RIP: 'True gentleman and great businessman' - Tributes paid to popular Carlow man

Tributes have poured in on RIP.ie following the death of a popular Carlow man who will be dearly missed by many people.

Sean Nolan of Pollerton, Carlow and formally of Banagagole Old Leighlin and Powerstown Milford, passed away peacefully, with great dignity and humour, surrounded by his loving family on October 19th, 2026 at his home.

Sean was the beloved husband of Chris, much loved father of Aisling, Aoife, Shane, David and Eric, adored grandfather of Daniel, Jack, Paige, Adam, Fayah and Enzo. and cherished brother of Maureen, Jim and Olive.

Sean will be sadly missed by his heartbroken and loving wife, sons, daughters, grandchildren, daughter-in-law Marina and sons-in-law Patrick, PJ and Mark, his brother, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives and friends.

Sean will repose at Carpenter Bros Funeral Home, Shamrock Sq, Carlow (Eircode R93 C863) today, on Wednesday, October 21st from 3pm until 7pm.

He will also repose tomorrow, on Thursday from 3 pm, with removal at 6.30pm that evening to The Holy Family Church, Askea, arriving for funeral prayers at 7 pm.

Funeral Mass will commence on Friday at 11 am followed by burial afterwards in Tinryland Cemetery, Carlow.

Family flowers only and donations, if desired, can be made to Dementia Ireland or the Carlow/Kilkenny Homecare Team.

Sean and his family have received messages of condolences from those who knew and loved Sean, and from people within the community.

Old Leighlin GFC said on social media: “Old Leighlin GAA is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Sean Nolan.

“Sean was a regular supporter of club events and fundraisers, and his presence and support will be greatly missed by all at the club.

“We extend our heartfelt condolences to Sean’s family and friends, particularly Olive Carey and his son Eric, who proudly represented Old Leighlin for many years”.

One person on RIP.ie said: “A true gentleman and great businessman. When I worked for GRT Carlow, we were in units beside each other, and he was always willing to lend you a forklift or call for a chat. Will be missed by all”.

Another person said: “Heartbreaking to hear the sad news this morning in the sad passing of Uncle Sean. Deepest sympathy to Aunty Chris, Ash, Aoife, Shane, David, Eric and all the family. Sean will be sadly missed. Great memories of Sean, a character and entertainer at many family gatherings. May you rest in peace”.

“So sorry to read this. Rest in peace Sean. Condolences to your family and extended family at this sad time. I remember the laughs and chats we had many moons ago during our school years,” another person said.