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for Noel Chadbourne
Sponsored by Jason "Willyswanter" Payne.
March 28, 2015
I am an old friend, from our youth years as teens in the neighborhood. I am so sorry to hear of Noel's death. Many thoughts and prayers to Noel's family, god be with all of you
Rachael Chadbourne
July 30, 2012
I love you!!! Daddy I'm 18 now and don't live at home. Theres not a day that goes by that I don't think of u. I miss and love you!!!!
Dora Chadbourne
December 11, 2010
Love you daddy miss you sooo much today theres been so much on my mind and no one to talk to about it!! By the way I'm naming my son after you he'll be born sometime this march! love and miss u more than anything in this world
Rachael Chadbourne
October 24, 2010
i have a question. why do they take the best of our lives grandma you grandpa carl they affecting our life so bad by taking our loved ones i know ur not hurting anymore and ur in a better place but i miss u dad and want u back on friday so 2 days ago ur funeral song came on and mom and i started crying it was really sad and i wish u were here i want to c and hang out wif u again dad the day will come. I love and miss you daddy!! hope ur having fun in heaven
dora chadbourne
October 18, 2010
Dad,
Today seems to be one of those days when i really need you to talk to!!! i miss u so freaken much!and i really need a hug from u! rip love u so much xoxox
Noel spotting for Jason on Rubicon Trail 2004
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Noel spotting for Jason on Rubicon Trail 2004
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Early version of Dozer on Rubicon Trail 2004
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Early version of Dozer on Rubicon Trail 2004
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Early version of Dozer on Rubicon Trail 2004
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Early version of Dozer on Rubicon Trail 2004
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rachael chadbourne
July 8, 2010
I LOVE AND MISS YOU VERY VERY MUCH DAD!!!!
DORA Chadbourne
November 23, 2009
miss u daddy!!!! last night i was talking bout u! i miss u sooooo much!!!! please watch over the family for me! god bless u and everything u showd me! LOVE YOU
Dora Chadbourne
August 6, 2009
it's almost been 2 years now. and i miss my dad more now than ever before. Sad to say i don't think ill make it to the memorial run, but i thank everyone who will make it there. rip daddy-o.
Ken "Willyswanter's Dad" Payne
April 17, 2009
From the NorCal and SoCal Big Dawgs websites; after a suggestion on April 15th by bggrnchvy that there be a memorial run in August of this year:
FRIZZLEFRY posted August 16, 2009: We need to make this an annual run. We make it a Jason and Noel memorial run and have it every August.
Barbastard posted that same day: I love the idea and totally agree.
Therefore on the 13th through 16th of August 2009; the two clubs will be going on the first annual Dozer/Willyswanter memorial run. As many will remember, Jason had organized the Dozer memorial run in August of 2007, the run in which Jason drowned and joined his good friend Dozer.
Information available at: www.norcalbigdawgs.net
Dora Chadbourne
April 16, 2009
Thank you so much to everyone who has posted something about Noel. I just found out yesterday about this website and had to post something myself. My name is Dora, I am one of noel’s daughters. Noel though me so much in a short period of time. He and my mom got married in 2004, and to him he didn’t have step kids because to him we’ve always been his children. My dad was an amazing dad! He showed me what it meant to have god in my life. He showed my family what true off roading was about. When I needed someone to talk to he was right there to listen. When I didn’t understand some type of homework he was there to try his best to help. Whenever you were sad he was there to make you smile. The day he passed away felt as if a part of yourself had died too because he was such a big part of each one of us. I love my dad more than anything in the world, and there isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t miss seeing him run around thinking of a new rig we can make. What crazy things we can try next. Hearing his voice, getting a hug, hearing love you guys have a great day. He though me what a family was all about and I look forward using what he told me later on in life. There’s so many people that just by reading these post wish they met him, lucky I have the honor of calling him my dad!! God bless you daddy watch over our family as I know you have been. Thank you everyone for everything!!! GOD BLESS! RIP DOZER!!!!
miss you daddy-o!!!!
Gordon Cox
April 7, 2009
I knew Noel as a child; back in the early 70's. He was industrious; always welding bikes and stuff... including my own, which my grandfather didn't like. Oddly, although not close, I always wondered what Noel was doing. He lived across the street from Billy Shendell, in Millbrae. A great neighborhood that Noel contributed to as a 'helper'.
Ken "Willyswanter's Dad" Payne
March 15, 2009
I walked by the back of my truck today and saw my collection of memorial stickers for my son Jason and Noel "Dozer" and found myself talking to Noel’s sticker. I told him I hope he and J have found each other, are having a great time wheeling in the clouds and to watch over my boy.
Jason told his mom this about a month after he passed:
"I talked to Dozer today; well didn't really talk but communicated somehow but not sure how, but I'll figure it out."
When we went to J's apartment we found a hole the shape of J's fist in the wall that was made at the time he heard about Noel.
Ollie Gallardo
March 9, 2009
I met Noel in '95 at Alamden Plumbing where I got a job as a plumbers helper right out of high school. He was my mentor for nearly 3 years and was like and older brother. I had often lamented that I lost touch with him after I left California and now this news leaves me full of regret.
Noel you were a mentor, a trusted friend, and a kind soul. It was an honor to have worked by your side.
Ryan King
August 14, 2008
I was able to meet Noel only once, when I was visiting his daughter Dora. He was so happy and energetic. I was appalled when I heard he passed away. He seemed like an amazing person and it is such a shame to see him go.
Rest in Peace.
Ken "Willyswanter's Dad" Payne
May 24, 2008
I was thinking about Dozer and my son Willyswanter today and wondering what the two of them were up to. I’m sure they are wheeling and fabbing (not sure if this is a word) together as they did here on earth. Dozer was J’s mentor as J’s was mentor to many young guys in his life. I need to contact Deb and see how she is doing and stay in contact. I just noticed that Jason is the sponsor of this site for Dozer, too cool and I’m sure J was honored to do so.
Studlybilly
September 26, 2007
It's neat to read all of these replies and see how loved and respected he was (and still is). The fact that he died of a younger age, but still used those seldom years to accomplish so much friendship and leadership. Saddens me that I didn't get a chance to meet such a devout and dedicated friend. RIP Noel.
Mellowyellow
September 26, 2007
I only knew him through this and another board.
I'm sorry to hear of your loss.
I'm glad you made such an impression on so many.
God Bless you and comfort your family.
wyldstallyn73
September 26, 2007
Truly a huge loss to the wheeling community and this country. I had the pleasure of meeting him at this years TTC-- He stopped by while I was working on my rig after dark--was probably on his way to do some socializing/partying elsewhere, but stopped to ask if I needed any help- offered me parts even. From my conversations with him, I realized he was the type of person you would want as your friend, neighbor, boss, etc. Wish I could have gotten to know him better.
Propane
September 26, 2007
Amen. I will say it's nice for once to see that he was a believer and truly is home. Praise!
Ken AKA Crawln73
September 26, 2007
Noel was not only a great friend he was family. Noel and Debbie have always treated my family and I like family. The only thing that comforts my heart now is to know that he has gone to take his rightful place in Heaven.
Jesus said "I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life." Noel definetly had the light of life. He will be deeply missed. Every time I run a trail he will be in my thoughts.
Today when I walked into his shop and saw my rig sitting next to Dozer I started thinking of the good times we had together and it reminded me again that they were all good times when Noel was around.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family. If there is anything our family can do please dont hesitate.
This life is but a blink of the eye,Heaven is for eternity. see ya when I get there.Love ya Noel
Cowboyupforchevy
September 26, 2007
noel was and will always be someone special to me. We had a friendship that i will never have with another, we understood eachother on a equal plane of trucks and what could be done with them. he helped me so much with my truck, setting me up with propane which was a life saver giving me pointers on my build. he will always be in my heart especially when i am wheeling. everytime i run the tank traps i will remember walking it with him at mud in yer eye. as for the family i am so sorry he was a great father and will be missed. i will be at the services with out a doubt.
R.I.P. to the man that most just knew him as dozer.
Insanity10
September 26, 2007
I never had the privelege of meeting Noel so i can only imagine what a good man he was. From reading all the comments it became clear to me that he was the kind of person that we all wish we could be, from being not only a loving husband and father but A MAN OF GOD. That is an honor above all honors, and even though he will be missed here on this earth he is in a place where there is no sickness or pain. The angels are rejoicing his presence beside the throne of GOD. RIP brother, INSANITY
Anthony.Lee
September 26, 2007
RIP Noel. You will be greatly missed.
My condolences are with all of his family.
He will always be with us on the trail. I will never forget riding with him at Tulare and this year at Mud-N-Yer eye when we went to run Tank Trap.
Debbie if you or your family ever need anything please fill free to call.
Mudplugga
September 26, 2007
Sad to hear of a good guy going before his time, never knew him but the kind words here speak for themselves.
Tori89K5
September 26, 2007
WOW, im sadend and shocked to hear this about Noel. I didn't know him as well as some, but did get to wheel with him a few time in Hollister at a few Blazer Bash events, and last year in Moab. What a great guy. He was everything everyone has already said.
He has left an empty space in the off-road community that will be hard to fill.
RIP Noel. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Bluetorch
September 26, 2007
RIP brother.
I am very sorry to hear out your loss. if there is something the wheeling community can do fo you and your family be sure to let us know
Rubicrawler
September 26, 2007
I first met your Husband and father on the Rubicon about 5-6 years ago. I had the opportunity to run into Noel several more time over the years and he always struck me as a Man that loved live to it's fullest. Noel was a good Man and I'll miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.
RIP Noel
Ag4x4
September 26, 2007
I'm very sorry to hear this. I did not know him but its obvious he will be missed!
I was happy to see the "Got Jesus" sticker on his rig in this pic! At least we know where he is now....
Tatoo John
September 26, 2007
I loved going to his house and breaking my junk on the rock pile he had in his back yard.
Dozer and his family always made me feel at home when I was there, he is a GREAT man and I only hope I will ever be missed as much as he will be.
I am glad I got to know him, I am a better man for it.
Nate
September 26, 2007
Damn…this sucks. Noel was a really cool cat, a great guy to hang with and an awesome fellow club member. I met him several years ago at one of our earliest Blazerfests and he was ALWAYS down to help out who ever needed any help and always offered up his best stories and humor for all to enjoy.
Last year at Moab we sat around a campfire in the rain and BS’d about propane powered rigs and blowing stuff up. He even filled up my propane tanks when I couldn’t find any around camp. Then we spent an awesome day cruisin’ around the gold bar rim trail.
You will be missed Noel….but your big heart, stories and memory will live in on through your family and all the people you came in contact with.
The twister
September 26, 2007
We were able to hang out with him at hollister and had a blast. He showed us the area , explained the ins and outs of poison oak , showed us some wild spices , we heard many wheeling stories and he told us the places we need to see as well as wheel. It's a huge loss , he was a hell of a guy. My thoughts are with you and your family Debbie .He was one of those people that truely left a lasting impression.
Rest in peace Noel and thankyou for being a part of my life if only for a moment.
Daguy
September 26, 2007
WOW I am in shock! I had talked to him on the phone about some parts a week ago! We did talk about him being sick but not that he was that bad. I do know Noel Loved God and is seated in a HUGH Crawler up there blazing trails with Randy " RockHopper" Worley who we lost last year over here at 4x4Him!
RIP my Brother See Ya When I Get There!
Tweaker
September 26, 2007
i hardly got to know him. he was great people. always had advice and funny as all get up. the right words are hard to find. all i keep coming back to is once heck of a great guy. he'll be missed. hopefully his memory and legacy will wheel on. God bless and take care.
Fragz
September 26, 2007
I had the pleasure of meeting Noel and his beautiful wife Debbie this year at TTC with my husband Clayton. I have never met a kinder couple of people in my life. Clay and I loved his buggy and we were excited to meet up with him again in the very near future. This has shocked me and broke my heart to hear of this news. He showed us great generosity when he took 20 of us out for dinner one night and replied "it's no different than taking out my family!"
To Debbie & Noel's 16 children.... I am so sorry to hear of Noel's passing and I send my deepest heartfelt sympathies to you & your family during this time of need.
RIP to a kind sole... keep rock crawling in heaven, buddy. Debbie, if you need anything dont hesitate to ask
PaolAltoK5
September 26, 2007
Damn...R.I.P Noel, we'll miss you!!
Definately not what I was expecting to read today. This hits the NCOR family square in the gut. We will miss Noel's face at all of the events, dinners, wrenching parties and everything else he touched.
Deb, I hope the family is ok, our prayers go out to you and yours!! Let us know if we can help.
Mrtwster
September 26, 2007
Oh man.
I can not believe this.
Debbie, and family I am so sorry for your loss.
Please call me if there is anythig I can do to help.
Noel's one of the hardest working, hardest wheeling guys you could ever meet. Every time I saw and talked to him I was amazed by how much he had goin on, how much stuff he was building, how much he was willing to help. Just a all around great guy!!!
Jrodd66
September 26, 2007
very sorry for your loss, condolences to the family, never met him but from all that I have read here and in the past seemed to have been a great guy, always wanted to wheel with him, now will never get the chance, if there is anything that his family might need I am sure that we can come together here and help, RIP Noel
Freds40
September 26, 2007
WOW!!!
What a shock to read. Noel was one of the coolest cats I've had the pleasure to meet. Wheeled with him once through friends and 2 yrs. later when I was looking for a set of gears, he not only gave them to me but told me to bring the housing over so he could help me set them up. This was in the middle of his MASSIVE TTC rebuild so I was shocked he took the time to help with this and also let me drool over and ask all kinds of questions about Dozer. I was really looking forward to the day I got to wheel with him again. He told me to bring my rig over anytime to run his rock pile.
Noel is one of the few people that when it is said he is wheeling in a much better place, I have no doubt about it. He was a saved Christian and he was working hard to bring his 16 children to the Lord. He never hid his religion from anyone (as shown on the old hood of Dozer). He even told me he didn't know why God had given him all the children but that he felt blessed to be called their father.
Debbie, I've only met you a couple of times but if there is anything I can do to help, by all means let me know. Also, if you decide on a public service, please post the info so I may attend.
Look forward to wheeling with you soon Noel.
Brian Wakefield
September 26, 2007
R.I.P. Noel
I was there to see Noel on sunday last week. I was shocked to get the call on sunday morning, and getting the bad news.
You will be missed and loved by ALL
Dodgen
September 26, 2007
Never met him before but after reading the post I wish I had met him at some point. My prayers go out to the family.
Bubba Ray Boudreaux
September 26, 2007
I first met him in 2003 at the last Blazerfest I attended, ran into him in 2004 right before I left Cali and then I saw him again last year at Blazer Bash. If there was one guy in this sport that made the Top 3 of folks who I would want to wheel with, it was Noel. For the short time that I knew him, he always stood out. From the rigs he drove to bringing out the brooms come raffle time, Noel always made an impression on folks.
If I ever get back into the groove to semi-attending NCOR events, Noel's face will be sorely missed........................................
PhantomEB
September 26, 2007
Nothing but my condolences to the family and all his freinds, definitely seems like there were many who were blessed with his presence and character.
Kyle AKA Bggrnchevy
September 26, 2007
Noel was really nice to me even in my newbness and would talk with me and answer any question I had. He was always stopping and helping fix whoever was broken with all the tools at his disposal.
I'm saddened to hear of his passing, as well as shocked. I really hope he was recieved well and can continue wheeling in the life after life. RIP Noel.
Geaoff AKA Cracker
September 26, 2007
Noel was a very generous man that would come to the aid of those lucky enough to meet him. He offered the use of his shop to help friends get their rigs out on the trail because this was more than a hobby to him. My thoughts extend to his huge family.
Rest in peace Noel.
88Flexj
September 26, 2007
I got the chance to meet him at TTC this year. Hell of a guy. Rest in peace Noel. Hope there are big rocks in Heaven
Rockcrawler101
September 26, 2007
im sorry to hear this he will be for ever remimbered!!!
Showtime33
September 26, 2007
Definitely praying for you, and your family. In Christ, Showtime
BCzuk
September 26, 2007
Rip
Jopes
September 26, 2007
RIP Noel.
Billetproofcj
September 26, 2007
I have known Noel for the Better part of 10 years... meeting him in the old chevy pick-up he quickly turned it into what is now the long since sold tweaker. He soon built dozer, not once but a couple times and this is the rig im used to seeing today. Three weeks ago we went to coyote lake, i never would have guessed that would be dozers last outing. It's hard to put this all together but everyone has been so supportive and i can only be thankful that i got to spend as much time as i have had with noel, and his family. These last couple of days have been so hard and only by remembering the great times and constant family hugs from noel and debbies beautiful children have i been able to cope with losing my friend.
Jason AKA ZCARZCAR
September 26, 2007
Noel was the best person I have ever met on the trail, it was a true pleasure wheeling with him. I was disappointed that I didn't get to wheel with him at the hammers this past season due to various reasons, but I will always remember him being there and giving me support and credit for building my first buggy. I wish I could make it to the memorial service, but Noel will ALWAYS leave a lasting impression when I go wheeling, he was one of the best, and it sucks that he had to leave us way too soon. RIP Noel, you will be remembered forever.
Brendan AKA FREDS40
September 26, 2007
I met him a couple of times and got to spend some time wheeling, wrenching in his shop, screwing around and also some time in some pretty serious discussions. Noel was extremely passionate about wheeling and building the baddest trucks he could imagine. Most people that enthusiastic about a hobby tend to neglect their family but from what I saw, Noel still put his family before his hobby. He always boasted about how great it was to be the dad to 16 kids. (I just had my 2nd and I get wiped out as it is). I was hoping to wheel Swamp again with Noel once I get my Rocks under the Cruiser but I guess it will have to wait a bit.
Ryan AKA RyanB
September 26, 2007
Real sorry to hear the news, my condolances. Frown
Noel was an awsome guy, anyone could learn a lot from him.
I know he taught me a lot about wheeling.
I really enjoyed wheeling with him, and he will be deeply missed by everyone. It won't be the same without him.
He would always be there to help anyone on the trail, especially in this club, even if it was the first time he met you.
The first run i brough kevin on, before he was a club member he got stuck at the end of jungle trail, and Noel spent a good hour helping and winching..
He was the only guy i know that would drive up a tree and flop his truck over just for the hell of it at midnight.
I broke last year at blazerfest and Noel came over and lent us his onboard welder, help, and advice for half the day instead of being out on the trail.
I think i still have a can of WD-40 in my trail box he let me use..
He drove all the way to Morgan Hill for the pacific fab BBQ.
He bought us all dinner in Moab the first night we got there,
all you could eat pizza.
These are just some of the good memories i have of him, that show what kind of a great guy he was.. He will be missed and i'll never forget him.
Nate AKA Barbastard
September 26, 2007
Noel was a great guy with a huge heart...anyone that ever met the guy could tell that within the first 30 minutes of chilling with him.
My deepest sympathy's go out to his family and to all his children. I can only imagine how rough it must be for them right now. I have no doubt Noel's up there teaching the "big man" how to drop it in 4 lo and pipe it!!!
e west
August 22, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
DOROTHY HAMMOND
August 18, 2007
NOEL I MET YOU THROUGH GRANT AND CAROL HAMMOND(MY BROTHER IN LAW AND SISTER IN LAW) I HAVE SUCH GOOD MEMORIES OF YOU. YOU WILL BE MISSED TREMENDOUSLY. GOD PLEASE KEEP HIM SAFE AND LET HIM KNOW HOW MUCH HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT KNOW AND LOVE HIM.
Michele Skorstad
August 18, 2007
I wish I could of seen Noel in recent years but it wasn't meant to be. It would of been nice to of known him as a man instead of just a young boy. I am his foster sister. He also leaves behind such a great family, his mother Betty from Fl. took me in when i was just a youngster myself. Noel's sister Lynne is my bestfriend from childhood and we have alot of great memories of our family time.
Noel's heartbroken big brother Peb is here from Alaska and is a great support for his family. Rest in peace Noel. You will be missed by too many to count.
Clayton Kraatz
August 16, 2007
Noel it was a lifting experience to meet you. A breath of fresh air.I've lived my life much the way you do but was starting to doubt it did any good. You my friend refreshed that for me .Your generosity , good nature ,your laugh . The stories and knowledge you shared so easily . I'm sad to have not gotten to know you better but am so glad I had the honor and privelage of meeting you .
CAROL HAMMOND
August 16, 2007
Ive known Noel since he was 16 years old and he had grown to be a great man , loving father and husband. You'll be in our hearts always. Love Carol Hammond
Tony Persons
August 16, 2007
Noel was the epitome of COOL! Although I only had the opportunity to hang out with him a couple of times before his passing I felt like we had been friends forever.
I am a teacher at BHS. His greatness is seen in the wonder of his kids. I am proud to be one of their teachers. I LOVE THE CHADBOURNE FAMILY!
RIP DOZER.
Jennifer Hammond
August 16, 2007
Noel it was a pleasure knowing you and having you around when i was growing up. You were a great friend to my dad and our family. You will forever be in our hearts.
Sharon Yorks (Azevedo)
August 16, 2007
I worked at Almaden Appliance for 22 years and had the GREATEST of pleasure to work with Noel for a few of those years. He always had a smile on his face and no matter how rushed we made him, he had all the time in the world to talk personally to each of his cliets. Everyone loved him. He was truly a great person. We'll all miss you....rest in peace.
Grant Hammond
August 16, 2007
I can't believe this has really happened. Noel you were one of my best friends. Even though we lost touch in the last couple of years you were always on my mind and always in my conversations. You were one of the smartest and creative people I have ever had the pleasure to know. When did we meet I think when you were about sixteen. Man thats a long time to remember all the fun and crazy stuff we did. I have lots of great memories of you. You will always be in my thoughts and in my prayers. You can rest in peace now buddy. May god bless you. Your Friend Grant
Toni Morris
August 15, 2007
Wow, what to say. I know that Noel is now in peace and in heaven with my dad, Tony. Noel was a dedicated, hard working and honest man that worked for my father. I'll always remember Noel with a smile on his face and one to always want to help someone out. What a beautiful obituary in which I can feel how much he was loved. Noel sure will be missed. Life and our time here is so precious to our loved ones. Rest in peace Noel.
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