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Richard Noel Obituary
Celebration of life: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Chapel, 5725 Colleyville Blvd., with Pastor Willie W. Hunt officating. Interment: Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. A luncheon will follow after the service at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 4200 Denton Hwy., Fort Worth 76117.
Mr. Noel was born on Nov. 5, 1925, in Thief River Falls, Minn., to Inga Brooten Noel and Clifford Noel. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in March 1943, prior to graduating from high school, and served in the Pacific.
Following his honorable discharge, he attended the University of North Dakota, graduating in May 1950. He married Lois Rezlloff in July 1953. She preceded him in death in December 1995. On Feb. 14, 1997, he married Nancy Elgin of Kansas City, Mo.
Richard began working for Chevron Chemical Company, Ortho Division, in Omaha, Neb., in 1965 and held various positions before retiring as district manager in 1985. After retirement, he enjoyed building model ships, doing stained glass work, and traveling. He was a member of bowling leagues in Watauga and Euless. He was a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Fort Worth.
He was preceded in death by three daughters and six brothers.
Survivors: Wife, Nancy Noel; daughters, Sherri and Kristi and her husband, Robert; grandchildren, Kristen and Kade; and sisters, Norma, Dorothy, Virginia and Beverle.
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Robert Steffes
May 12, 2010
It has been about a year since your passing and I still miss u. I guess I always will.
May 29, 2009
I personally truly enjoyed Dick's good felowship and dry humor. We were both District Managers before I was transferred to the home office in San Francisco...Dick will always be remembered as a "good guy"..a blessing to us all. Jerry & Adeline Smith-Denver
Laura Hunt
May 20, 2009
I enjoyed Richard's smile, his warmth and his hugs. Know that he is embraced by the loving arms of God.
Sandra Avina
May 20, 2009
May God's peace be with the Noel family during this time of loss. May God's comfort and strength be with you always; and His strength in you bring Him glory.
In Jesus name
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Douglas Vibrock
May 20, 2009
When sorrow comes into your life find comfort in our Lord and Savior.
I have never been much of a neighbor in all the places I have lived but Dick was special. He always had a minute to ask how I was or where you been. Always a kind word. Dick; you will be sorely missed. dv
May 20, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy goes to all the family. I know how hard it isto lose a parent. May the memories keep him alive always in your heart. Know he's with our Lord. God Bless you all,
Love, Bonnie and Neil Cabelus
Matt and Tammy Wilson
May 20, 2009
We are thinking of your during this difficult time. May God bless and keep you in the coming days.
Always,
Julie Parrott
May 20, 2009
May you find peace and comfort in the knowledge that Richard is with the Lord. What better reward for a life well lived.
Alan & Sarah Bennett
May 20, 2009
God's peace Noel and Steffes families. We are here for you
Steve, Jane, Maddy & Chloe Witt
May 20, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Arthur, Shana and Paris Stephens
May 19, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Leslie Brashear
May 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jane Steffes
May 19, 2009
You were always so gracious to invite me to visit when I came to see my family in Texas I appreciated the welcome so much you always made me feel part of your family too, I feel I have lost a great friend but know you are with my Dad and Jesus and are not in pain anymore. We will miss you dearly. I will pray for all of us at this time of grief.
Michael and Laura Lee
May 19, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Reza and Nadiah Rostami
May 19, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Shahida Abdullah
May 19, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Chuck Noel
May 19, 2009
Coming from such a large family, it is rare when two brothers become so close as Dick was with my dad. It was this closeness that gave me the opportunity to enjoy Dick's knowledge and humor. Dick was a role model for me during my life. I always admired his balance between work and the love of his family. I really appreciate his support and advise. Dick always spoke very highly of me - clearly more than I deserved.
Dick is now in heaven with his other brother's Don, Dewey, Billy, and Charlie. I'm sure they are still sharing the war stories from the past. He will be missed by all that are left behind.
God Speed Dick.
Jeanne Kastler
May 19, 2009
Comfort and strength to the family of Mr. Noel in this time of obvious sorrow. Inscriptions by all are so tender that one can tell this was truly a great man!!
Andrea Johnson
May 18, 2009
Nancy...sending love and prayers your way.
May the presence of friends and family give you courage and strength during the coming days.
Love, Annie and Dave
Kade Steffes
May 18, 2009
Grandpa: You were always kind and nice to me.You always cared for me and loved me.All the times you had made a joke everyone would laugh.You were one funny guy.Grandpa I love you.I only wish I could of said goodbye.I will miss you but I know you will be looking down from Heaven at me as I grow into a man.
Bodie & Kristin Fitzgerald and Rylee Frazier
May 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Robert Steffes
May 18, 2009
Pops,on Friday May 15th you took your final breathe here on this earth and your first breathe with Jesus.Pops you have finished the race..Your were courageous.You fought to the vary end.Now,enjoy eternity no more pain and suffering.Your family was there to usher you into the kingdom of God.
I will miss you Pops with all my heart.You were my Dad here in Texas.you treated me like your son and showed me how to be strong during hard times.I will miss coming over and talking to you about sports.Being able to watch the Super Bowl with you and taking you to the Cowboy and Ranger games.What I will miss most of all is sitting by you in church and when we played your favorite song Just a Closer walk with thee and you would change the words to say just a bowl of butter beans.I promise you I will take care of Nancy,Kristi,Kristen,Kade and Sherri.No more worries for you you have given such joy to me for the last 21 years and given me some tools I will be able to use until I meet you face to face in Heaven.Relax,enjoy you have made it Pops you are safe in the arms of Jesus.Our Lord and Savior.I will seek you in prayer and I will always know you will be right by my side..I love you Pops.
Grandpa and Nancy came to visit me in Austin!
Kristen Miller
May 18, 2009
Grandpa,
You welcomed me into this world as a little baby, you kept me out of trouble while I played in the streets of your neighborhood, you celebrated my achievements in middle school and high school, and you supported me in my decisions as a young adult. You modeled principles of dignity and personal responsibility that have shaped my values. Your actions let me know that you saw great potential in me, and that motivates me to want to fulfill my potential and purpose in this life. Without embellishment, I can truly say that you have given me a solid foundation for life, and have shown me the importance of family and education. I am so grateful that you and Nancy continued to express your love and care for me and gave me an opportunity to do the same before you left this world. I see you as the pillar of strength for our family. I will honor your memory by living the principles you modeled for us. Stern and smart, you grew tender and kind in your old age, and I cherish every laugh, every dinner, every silly face you made to make us smile. The last time I saw you, you threw a penguin at me! I am at peace knowing that you are no longer tired. I love you, Grandpa. Thank you for taking care of our family for so many years. You will be missed dearly. I really cannot believe you are gone.
kristi miller
May 17, 2009
As a young Child you held my hand and wiped away my tears.
You saw me through some difficult times and watched me grow with the years.
You spoke of love and life and dreams and helped to ease my fears.
I want you to know, my Father, it's admiration and love in my tears.
You helped to inspire and form my life and I will miss you as I would.
But I want you to know, my Father, by example you taught me good.
I saw in your heart and body the fight and through that experience you gave me insight.
It was an honor holding your hand through the night, to dream your dreams and try to make it right.
I knew in my soul what we must do to bring you home for your final flight.
But I want you to know, my Father, you are still my guiding light.
I can see you now coming round the bend, eyes at peace, as your soul shall be.
My message to you, as I help you go, is I love you with all of me.
I want you to know my Father, in this place your soaring free.
Even though not spoken enough, I appreciate all you did do.
Gratitude is all I feel, for having a Father like you.
I hold in my heart your image so clear; it was a gift to see you through.
I want you to know my Father, in my heart you'll be - so true.
Nothing but love and light and peace - my wish for you this day.
I want you to know, my Father, this is what I pray.
Love Kristi
Bill and Lois Morton
May 17, 2009
Rest in peace my dear friend. You have been such an important part of my live for almost 59 years. Lois and I will never forget you, and we are so happy that you passed our way.
Bill and Lois Morton
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