Her One Request Before the Funeral
Before ending her remarks, Christine made one heartfelt request to anyone planning gatherings or demonstrations in Nolan’s memory.
She asked that everything remain peaceful.
According to his mother, Nolan never believed in violence and would never have wanted anger to overshadow the values he lived by.
Her hope is that every tribute reflects the kindness, respect, and compassion that defined his character.
Funeral Arrangements
Christine later confirmed additional details for supporters wishing to honor Nolan’s memory.
The funeral service is scheduled for Monday, July 20, at Center Point Church in Ocean Springs.
Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., immediately followed by the funeral service.
Afterward, close family members and invited guests will gather for a private celebration of Nolan’s life at the Jackson County Fairgrounds.
Because of the large public response surrounding the case, security will be present at both locations, and attendance at the post-funeral gathering will be limited to invited guests with passes.
Christine also invited supporters to wear a specific shade of blue in Nolan’s honor during the service—a color chosen to represent his memory and the love so many continue to have for him.
The Family Continues Seeking Answers
Even as they prepare to lay Nolan to rest, his family says their search for answers is far from over.
Christine and Elmore have continued speaking publicly about the unanswered questions surrounding Nolan’s death after he disappeared during a boating trip to Mississippi’s Horn Island on July 4.
His body was recovered two days later, but many aspects of the case remain under investigation.
The family has repeatedly stated that they want a complete, transparent, and independent investigation into everything that happened that weekend.
Their attorney, Ben Crump, has also pointed to cellphone evidence, witness accounts, and other unanswered questions that the family believes deserve careful examination.
A Mother’s Final Memory
Among the most emotional moments Christine shared was her final evening with her son.
She recalled that Nolan cooked salmon for her before leaving to spend the night with friends ahead of the holiday trip.
As he walked out the door, he hugged her, kissed her goodbye, and simply said,
« I love you, Mom. »
Neither of them knew those ordinary words would become their final goodbye.
For Christine, that memory is now one of the greatest reminders of who Nolan truly was—a loving son whose kindness touched everyone around him.
As family and friends prepare to celebrate his life, they hope the world remembers not only the questions that remain about his death but also the joy, generosity, and promise that defined the young man they loved so deeply.
