Carl J. Nowlan
June 7, 1970 - April 26, 2026
Funeral Details: June 7, 2026 Essa Centennial Park (5862 20th Sideroad, Utopia, ON, L0M 1T0) from 1-4 p.m.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Carl Joseph Nowlan on April 26, 2026 at the age of 55.
Carl was a hard working and dedicated man who had recently retired. He enjoyed camping, entertaining friends, playing guitar and singing around the fire. He had a larger-than-life personality and left a lasting impression on everyone that who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Carl is survived by his loving partner Annie Gaudet and his brother Alyre Nowlan. He was predeceased by his parents Gilles and Judy Nowlan. He is now reunited with his twin brother Claude Nowlan.
Carl will be remembered with love, laughter and many cherished memories by his family, friends and all who knew him.
A celebration of his life will be held on June 7, 2026 from 1 - 4 p.m., at the Essa Centennial Park at 5862 20th Sideroad, Utopia, ON, L0M 1T0.
Donations in memory of Carl can be made to The Edward MacDonald, Branch 499, of the Royal Canadian Legion (15 Fraser Street, Angus, Ontario) or to a Royal Canadian Legion of your choice.
Memories and messages of condolence may be left below
Peaceful Transition Simcoe
Janice Mooney
Posted on: Friday, May 1, 2026My sincerest sympathies to Alyre and the rest of Carl’s family & friends. I had hung out more with Claude back in the day. Nice to hear Carl had continued the music – such a big part of their family indeed. Rest easy Carl.
Lori & Frank MacAulay
Posted on: Friday, May 1, 2026Our sincere condolences Alyre, Charlene, Annie and all who knew and loved Carl! I can still picture him in the school halls! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all 🙏🙏🙏 Rest high on that mountain Carl. 🙏
Jorge Da Silva
Posted on: Friday, May 1, 2026My deepest and heart felt condolences to all the family.
I had the pleasure of working with Carl many times over the years and he always had a smile on his face, we shared many memories and he always told me how much he loved his partner Annie which he said resembled Shania Twain
He will be missed
God Bless
Peggy Oschefski
Posted on: Saturday, May 2, 2026My deepest condolences to Annie and the family. Cherish your all your memories. May Carl rest in peace.
Valerie Dever
Posted on: Saturday, May 2, 2026Sorry for your loss. Carl was truly one of a kind. Look up in the sky and you will see a shinning star watching over you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Big hugs Annie
Howie Hipwell
Posted on: Saturday, May 2, 2026Carl was a great friend and I will always remember the laughs we shared. I will also forever remember us dancing at the campground, each one of us trying to out do the other. Rest in peace Carl. Brenda and I send our sincere condolences to Annie and all his family. On behalf of all Executive members of Legion Branch 499 Angus, we express our sympathy to all family and friends.
Susan Campbell
Posted on: Sunday, May 3, 2026I played in a Band ( Sundown with Carls father Gill many times the boys would hang around when we would be practicing. He is the image of his dad
Rest in peace
Tracy Duncan
Posted on: Sunday, May 3, 2026So very sorry to hear He was a great guy. Sending my condolences to his family.
Kimberly Gaudet-Morris
Posted on: Sunday, May 3, 2026My sincere sympathy Alyre, my thought and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Lisa Creamer
Posted on: Wednesday, May 6, 2026Gone too soon but never forgotten. Had so many laughs 😃 with Carl that I cherish. He was larger then life and may he shine on in heaven. Deepest sympathy 🙏
Iona Anderson
Posted on: Thursday, May 7, 2026Carl
I can remember if someone was down on their luck you could pick the up in seconds and make them laugh on the other hand you could make them laugh so hard they would cry.
Your music was heavenly sent.
Please do me a favor You and Jim sing a song for Annie and me like old times
And light up the heavens/sky’s And I hope the Angel’s Chorus greet you in heaven
Goodbyes is not forever My Friend until we meet again Thanks for all the good times with you and Annie.
Stay where you’re at , Till I come where you are at!
My Condolences goes out to Annie and the family.