Leonard Nolen

Leonard Nolen, 90, of Athens, Alabama passed away Monday, July 6, 2026, at Athens Health and Rehab. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Lawrence Funeral Home. The graveside service will be at 1:30 PM on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Union Hill Cemetery with Micah Reed and Wayne Dotson officiating.

Born on August 18, 1935, to Agbert and Lula Martin Nolen. Leonard was such a caring, loving, humble, and Godly Man. He was a painter for many years and an Army Veteran. Leonard was a Pastor at Living Faith Church for 36 years where he ministered to many people and later a member of Open Arms Ministries.

Survivors include his daughter, Tammy Martin; grandchildren, Paige (Joel) Evans, Preston (Hannah) Martin; great-grandchildren, Hogan Evans, Barrett Evans, and Ava James Martin; sisters, Marie Jackson and Eleanor Borden; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, Agbert and Lula Nolen; wife of 57 years, Faye Nolen; son, Tim Nolen; grandson, Cody Nolen; sister, Letha Shields; brothers, Theo, Ray, and Leo Nolen.

Pallbearers will be Preston Martin, Micah Reed, Eli Reed, Evan Reed, Jeremiah Cole, Roger Renfro, and Austin Renfro.

The family extends special thanks to the nurses and staff at Athens Health and Rehabilitation and Hospice of North Alabama.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Open Arms Ministries.