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NOBLES, JAMES E., JR. (JACK), passed away 9/27/08. Born in Gainesville, FL 1/11/27, family moved to Miami when he was 9. Graduated Miami Sr. High School in 1944 and went into U.S. Army during WWII. He graduated from Emory University, Atlanta, GA in 1950 with Degree in Journalism. He managed radio stations in Atlanta, Savannah, Memphis TN, returning to Miami in 1954 when he took over Radio Station WMIE-AM. He later opened WEDR- FM station. He became a pioneer in Spanish Radio Broadcasting when WMIE became WQBA. Spanish Radio, programming to the thousands of Cubans who had fled Castro's Cuba. WQBA became the leading Hispanic station not only in Miami, but the entire east coast. Mr. Nobles was an integral part of this exciting time in Miami's history. One he always cherished. He was especially proud to go to Washington to receive, on behalf of WQBA Radio, the commendation from Pres. John F. Kennedy, for turning over their facilities to the Voice of America broadcasts into Cuba during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was a member of The Greater Miami Broadcasters Assn. and a past Pres. of the Miami Assn. of Food Trades (MAFT). In 1975, Mr. Nobles purchased the Florida Grocer, a newspaper for the Florida food industry, as an advertising arm for the radio station. It later became TODAY'S GROCER. He was Publisher until 2006 when he sold it. Mr. Nobles is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mineva, who was his partner in life as well as business. He was preceded in death by his older son John, in 2000. His survivors are a family of which he was very proud - son, Randy Nobles (Robin) and five grandchildren, Joshua, Melissa, Audrey, Jordan and Ross; sisters Enelle Pfluke and Mona Merle Blissett (Ronald) of Dothan, AL, and nieces and nephews in AL and CA. Visitation will be held on Friday Oct. 3, 2008 from 9:00am -11:00am with a service starting at 11:00am at VAN ORSDEL - CORAL GABLES 4600 SW 8 St 305-446-4412 Family Owned Since 1924 To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Oct. 1, 2008.

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Gene Katz

October 22, 2008

I have nothing but fond memories of talk, jokes, sharing confidences and "My Three Angels".

Pat (Gissing) Evans

October 12, 2008

Minnie & Randy,
I'm sad to hear of Jack's death. I always admired his fairness and generosity. He liked to bargain hard, but had a kind heart I think.
I know he'll be missed.

Enelle (Nobles) Pfluke

October 7, 2008

Thinking of you every day....even if we talk on the phone. We all will miss Jack. It seems to me that he is just away for awhile. I will miss his stories and jokes (even if I'd heard them before). I remember so many life things I learned from him. He was always so kind and generous. His halo may have tilted on occasion, but he had a big heart and was a good soul. I chuckle to myself when I think about the little desk plaque I gave him one time that read "please don't talk while I'm interupting". I will always have so many good and happy things to remember about him to keep me "keepin' on" as Pop use to say. Remember that you are very much a part of the family and have always been so and we all love you very much. God Bless Jack and keep him with Him.

Jack's sister, Enelle (Nobles) Pfluke
Enterprise, Alabama
E-mail: [email protected]

David Gray

October 7, 2008

A great man who's positive impact remains with all he knew.

October 7, 2008

Dear Enelle and Mona Merl,
I am so sorry to learn of Jack's passing.

Ii have fond memories of being at your house. Dottie Kane gave a surprised birthday party for me at your house. I did not know Jack, but I rmember your parents who always drove us to Band practice. My deepest sympathy to you both.

I have lived most of my life in Ohio since graduating from medical school, but I do get home to see my Brother Eddie and my children and grand children in Ft. Myers.

With deepest sympathy.

May Jewel Gong Ciemins

Marian McEwen Hutchison

October 6, 2008

To Jack's Family:
My memories of Jack go back to our high school days at Miami Senior High. He was a good friend and fun classmate. He was such a good dancer - and my prom date! It was good to see him after many long years and to meet his wife at our first Class 0f '44 reunion in 1994 and to see that he had not changed! He was always a fine person and destined for success. I am sure he has touched many lives and will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathy to his family.

Maria Cristina Ruiz

October 6, 2008

Dear Minnie: I worked with Jack starting in 1979..what a person..teacher; mentor I learned a lot from him, and later your son. God rest his soul, and God bless you and your family during these trying times.

Mario M. Taboada

October 5, 2008

Dear Minnie,

I had the pleasure of working with Jack at WQBA AM/FM on 27th Avenue, right out of high school. He was always very kind to me and I learned a lot from him.

Through the company, he made arrangements for me to purchase a beautiful bedroom set and enjoy a wonderful honeymoon trip to Mexico...as wedding gifts in 82.

His approach, knowledge and work-ethics in National Sales is a rare thing to see these days...but I was blessed to have witnessed it, and therefore I'm able to continue his style today.

May you find comfort in the words of old friends.

Adios amigo, que Dios te bendiga.

Michael West

October 4, 2008

Rest in Peace dear Friend, you are greatly missed.

Joshua Nobles

October 4, 2008

Amid the sadness of these days lay a glimmer and comfort in tomorrow. The glimmer becomes a vibrant beacon while time passes, as the sadness is soothed. It is his memory in heart which burns so brightly in our skies, while the thoughts of time shared comfort tomorrow.

You shared much with me in many different forms. Passing on wisdom with interesting stories, and demonstrating compassion in dark times; this is why, while I live, your memory will never fade and will forever burn in my sky.


Love your Grandson

Josh

Lourdes Diaz

October 4, 2008

Dear Minnie:

Jack and I worked together when I was just starting out in my career. He was my teacher, my mentor and most important, a true friend. He will always be in my heart.

God Bless,

Julio Rumbaut

October 3, 2008

Dear Minnie:

We are very saddened to learn of Jack's passing.

Jack and all of you are and will always be very special to us.

I remember first working with Jack when I joined WQBA as a young salesman, when he was National Sales Manager.

I fondly remember the time, interest and care that he took to guide me in my career...guidance and help which truly had a very positive impact in my life.

With the progress of time he ended up working under my direction at the radio station and later at WSCV-TV.

It is truly heartwarming to remember and it says a lot about the kind of man he was, that at that later time, he took the exact same genuine interest in guiding me.

I will always treasure having known him so well.

Our prayers are for his peaceful rest and for God's strength for you.

Julio, Connie, Elisa, Leslie, Sarah, Madison and Lynsey Rumbaut

Sergio Fuentefria

October 3, 2008

I remenber him as a good person we have personal relation in the time I was in W.M.I.E, and W.Q.B.A.
Very heplfull whit all.
God bless him.

Carole & Ted Hepburn

October 3, 2008

Dear Minnie - We were saddened to learn of Jack's passing and our prayers are with you. We have many fond memories of you an Jack dating back to 1966 when we first met.
Love, Carole & Ted Hepburn

Audrey Nobles

October 2, 2008

We love you very much Grandma! You are the foundation to our whole Nobles clan. I love Grandpa and will miss him very much. I know he had a wonderfull life with you beside him.

Carlos Coton

October 2, 2008

Minnie,
Our prayers are with you.

Joel Ierien

October 2, 2008

There is a hole in my life now, and he will be missed greatly. I'll drink a martini in his honor. God will be with you, Minnie, Randy, Robin and kids. Love to all, Cousin Joel.

Mona Merle Blissett

October 2, 2008

You are blessed with many good friends and family. We love you dearly. Mona Merle and Ronald

Sheila Chomor

October 1, 2008

Minnie my prayes are with you and your family at this time.
Love, Sheila

Ted and Micheline Gaudet

September 29, 2008

He had a long but courageous struggle. May he rest in peace. We met him with Ron and Mona Merle for a memorable evening in Miami. Our sympathies go to the family.

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