Jimmy Nolen

Born James Berkley Nolen on Sept. 15, 1939 in Beaufort NC. He was educated in the Carteret County School system where he attended Queen St. High in Beaufort. He was very talented in sports especially football. In almost every game he was astounding with his quickness and intelligence as he brought the home team to victory. He was celebtated weekly because of his great feats on the football field. He graduated from high school with honors. Later on in life, he married the lovely Mary Willoughby and they had two wonderful children Derria and James Jr.. He was employed at Cherry Point Air Station for 30 years. When both children were out of college and and gainfully employed, he retired from Cherry Point where he held the title of E&E. Most of his adult life he has been a member of Hero Lodge #248.He is past Worshipful Master, and he also served as Patron of the Order of the Eastern Star, Ruth Chapter #255. He is a most faithful member of his Masonic organization and is deeply committed to it. He is a member of Mt Zion Missionary Baptist Church where he serves as a member of the trustee board. He is a member of the 4Th Wed. Haircut Club. and a member of the 2nd Tue. Luncheon Club. He has just recently joined himself to the membership of the Leon Mann Enrichment Center.(The senior Citizens Club). He enjoys his easy laid-back lifestyle. He enjoys his grandchildren, of which he has four. Dana, (the only grandaughter), Dreu, James and Jonathan. He has one foster grandson, Andre Jones, with whom he spends quite a bit of time. He and Mary have just celebrated their 41st wedding anniversary. His motto is: "The Lord is My Shepherd" He is much loved by his family and friends who enjoy being in his presence whenever he comes around. He has reached a point in his life where he wants his life to "be a sermon".