Herbert Nolden

Herbert J. Nolden Jr., 82, of Fairview Heights, IL, born Monday, August 3, 1942, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at his residence in Fairview Heights, IL.

Herbert worked as an HVAC technician and was known for being Mr. Fix-It. He enjoyed spending time playing cards and games with his family and friends. As an animal lover, he handed out treats to the neighborhood dogs, kept birdfeeders filled and hummingbirds fed. He was a member of the Belleville/Swansea Moose Lodge #1221, a member of the Belleville P.S.O.P., and a proud U.S. Army and National Guard veteran.

He was preceded in death by his:

• Parents, Herbert J. Sr. and Margaret C., nee Frain, Nolden
• Brother, Thomas E. Nolden

Surviving are his:

• Wife, Sharon L., nee Irvin, Nolden of Fairview Heights, IL
• Children:
  • Herbert J. (Jim) Nolden, III of Maryland Heights, MO
  • John T. (Deanna) Nolden of Mascoutah, IL
  • Angie L. (John) Maher of Troy, IL
  • Kimberly M. Nolden-Johnson of St. Louis, MO
• Grandchildren:
  • Maxwell (Sarah) Riff
  • William Nolden
  • Jacob Nolden
  • Nicolas Nolden
  • Shauna Maher
  • Sierra Maher
  • Savannah Maher
  • River Johnson
• Great grandchildren:
  • Caylie Tinsley
  • Aziza Hess
• Sister, MaryAnn (Leonard) Fuchs of Gilbert, AZ
• Sister-in-law, Janice Nolden of Fenton, MO
• Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family
• Dear friends including Carol Schwartz and family

Memorials: Memorials may be made to Illinois Mom’s Demand Action, American Cancer Society or Unity Hospice.

Services: According to his wishes, cremation was held with private family services.