J.W. Noble

J.W. Noble, 91, of Claude died Monday, August 10, 2020, in Claude.

Graveside services were held on August 14, 2020, in Claude Cemetery in Claude with Rev. Dick Gravley, officiating.

Arrangements are under the direction of Robertson Claude Chapel.

J.W. was born November 14, 1928, in Beaver, Oklahoma to Wesley and Dorothy Henry Noble. He married Ida Frances Turner on June 5, 1949, in Erick, Oklahoma. J.W. also known as “Buddy” and “Tabby” was a longtime resident of Amarillo before moving to Claude in 1979. He had worked at Pantex and retired after 39 years in November 1993, where he finished his career as the Department Head of Metrology. While living in Amarillo, He coached youth through Kids Inc. He served on the school board at River Road ISD for 8 years and served as President of the board. While on the school board at River Road, he was a part of getting the new High School built. J.W. served on the ANSI committee as Secretary and Chairman for several years and was president of Hocheim Insurance board for several years. He loved all breeds of horses especially race and quarter horses. He also enjoyed farming and ranching. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Claude.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, on September 18, 2008; and two brothers, Winston and Tommy Noble.

He is survived by his son, Mark Noble of Amarillo; his daughters, Nancy McNeer and Sharon Haffey and husband Rex all of Amarillo; a sister, Lorena Renick of Kansas City, Missouri; four grandchildren, Jeremy Noble and wife Sarah, Dr. Amy Nailling-Cobb and husband Jimmy, Amber Hensley and husband Justin, and Steven Haffey and wife Allison; and 12 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be sent to Claude EMS.