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Preston Noel Obituary

Preston S. Prett Noel Jr., 69, of Carver, died May 9, 2011. Son of the late Preston and Virginia (Grindell) Noel, he was a lifelong resident of Brockton until moving to Carver 8 years ago. Preston served many years as a K9 officer for the Brockton Police until his retirement. He also ran Pretts Auto Sales at 703 North Main St. in Brockton and enjoyed restoring and detailing old cars. His love for automobiles led his passion for collecting diecast and Nascar memorabilia. He enjoyed family camping trips, wintering in Clearwater, Florida and was always on the lookout for that I just cant pass it up deal. He will be sadly missed by family and friends including his beloved wife Elaine of 48 years, daughters Lisa Riley and her husband Joseph of Maine and Kim Novak-Luongo and her husband Paul Luongo of Avon, grandchildren Risto Smith, Joseph Jr., Megan, Autumn, Holly and Preston Riley, Brittany Novak, Paul Luongo and great-granddaughter Destiny Riley and his late grandson Steven Smith. Following cremation, memorial calling hours were Thursday, May 19 from 3 - 6 p.m. and prayer service at 6 p.m. in Waitt Funeral Home, 850 North Main St., Brockton. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Preston S. Noel Jr., Charitable Fund, c/o Mutual Bank, PO Box 811, Carver, MA 02330. See www.waittfuneralhome.com or call 508-583-7272.

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Published by Carver Reporter from May 15 to May 22, 2011.

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Kim Noel- Luongo

May 9, 2012

One Year Dad...feels like an eternity! I pray youre well and happy and watching over all of us! You are thought about everyday and missed so much! I love you with all my heart! Give Stevie a huge kiss and hug from us all! Love you Dad!

Kim Novak-Luongo

May 9, 2012

Hi Dad....I cant even imagine another day without you! This is so hard and getting harder everyday. I miss you so much! I am always thinking of our good times (and there were many!) Especially DisneyWorld! Those were my favorites! I remember being there and all our memories as they will be with me forever...it was the getting ready, and getting there that was crazy,lol...and getting back. But we had the times of our lifes while there!! You were alot of fun with no stress around Dad! I miss that! I miss you! I love you and you will always be a huge part of me! Til we meet again! Love you Dad! Kimmy

Lisa

May 2, 2012

Just thinking about you dad....it's been almost a year now and things haven't gotten any easier....I still miss Stevie like crazy too. I truly hope you are at peace now and that Steven is keeping you good company. Give each other a hug from me and know that I think of you both everyday!! I love and miss you!!

Lisa Noel-Riley

June 14, 2011

I love you Dad and miss you more than you will ever know!!

Jolynn Noel Winland

May 26, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss and will be keeping you all in my prayers.

Kim (Noel) Novak-Luongo

May 17, 2011

My Dad..4eva..My Hero...you just don't know how sadly you will be missed. There's a huge hole in our family now Dad w/out you here w/us. I will always cherish the memories of you Dad..ones noone but you, Mom, Lee& I will ever know. You had a loving, sensitive side not many people were lucky enough to know. You have a huge heart& always took care of your family. We will do the best we can to continue it all for you Dad. I love you infinity&beyond...4eva & always...pls be@ peace Dad..until we are 2gether again, your Kimmy xoxoxoxo :*( no daughter could possibly love their Dad more than I do you!

Risto Smith

May 15, 2011

Pup, I don't even know were to began this is so hard, I still cannot believe that your gone because it still feels like your around me, you taught me so much everything I know is because of you and you know that I'll work my hardest and make sure things at the house are in order and I'll take care of grandma, I wish I could tell you in person but I let that opportunity pass me by , you once had told me that I'm like the son you never had I will remember that forever I love and miss you!

to family and friends we got to stay strong and I love you all!

I created a memorial page check it out at http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Memorial-Page-of-Preston-S-Noel/206405242733779

Until we meet again,

Your Grandson

Risto Smith

Paul Duncan

May 15, 2011

Prett you will be missed dearly. Life can be a struggle at times but we are strengthen by the people we encounter along the way. I feel much stronger having known you and will miss you. My condolences to your family and friends, I am truly sorry for your loss.

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