Ray E. Noble
Ray Edward Noble passed away peacefully at his residence on March 13, 2024 with his family by his side. He was born on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 1936, to Arthur H. and Ruby C. (Ray) Noble. He attended Hobbs School from first through eighth grade and graduated from Tipton High School in 1954. He then attended Purdue University and graduated with a BS degree in Agriculture with the focus on horticulture and food science.
Ray married Cynthia Ann Warner on March 31, 1956; they were just a few days shy of their 68th wedding anniversary. They had two children, daughter, Tamera “Tami” Noble Brown and son Mark Edward (Brenda) Noble. Grandchildren, Robert Brown (Tiare) of Tipton and Patrick Brown of Seattle, Washington, Chelsea (Jon Paul) Houser of Aurora, Colorado, Jason (Kristen) Noble, Sarah (Blake) Barber, and Aaron Noble, all of Tipton; great-grandchildren, Jack, Walker and Cecilia Brown, Cade and Cora Barber and Evelyn and Ruby Noble. He is also survived by one brother, Dan Noble (Annie) Noble and three nephews. Sister-in-law and brother-in-law Andrea (Warner) and Jerry Elledge and their son also survive.
Ray was preceded in death by his mother Ruby C. (Ray) Noble, his father Arthur H. Noble, and stepmother Mildred (Teuscher) Noble; two sons-in-law, Robert H. Brown, and Don S. Havens.
Ray started his career in food processing in Dundee, Florida working for an orange juice concentrate company.
He joined the Family Canning and Farming Corporations in 1958 and became President of Ray Brothers and Noble Canning Co. Inc. in 1968 serving until his retirement in 2012. He was also Vice President of Ray Bros. Farms, Inc. Ray and Dan ran the companies together until 2004.
Ray was the past president of the Indiana Canners Association and the Institute of Professional Food Technologists. He was also on the Board of Directors for the National Canners Association. Ray was also active on the Tipton County Sheriff’s Merit Board, Elwood Visiting Nurses Association Board of Directors, Tipton County Council on Aging (Encore Center) Board of Directors and the Tipton County Economic Development Corporation. He was the Democrat Tipton County Chairperson for many years.
Ray attended Hobbs Christian Church and was active with the Madison Township Fire Department. He was a member of the Tipton Kiwanis, Tipton Elks, Tipton Chamber of Commerce, Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite and Murat Shrine. He was also a member of the Shriner’s mini-cycle club. He was an active member and the treasurer of the Tipton County RC Club.
He enjoyed playing golf in Tipton and Lake Wales, Florida where he and Cynthia had a home and wintered for many years.
Ray was very fond of his pony (a bright red Ford Mustang). He loved to hear the sound of the roaring engine. Ray was never without a joke or two to share; the jokes were always relevant to events or circumstances. We cannot close without mentioning Dolly, Dandy and Belle, his favorite furry dog companions who will be resting with him.
Ray’s family would like to thank the devoted and loving caregivers of Heart & Soul Caring for their continued care and to the staff with Paradigm Health who provided Palliative and Hospice Care.
Services will be held at Young-Nichols Funeral Home on Sunday March 17, with visitation from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the funeral at 4:00 p.m. An Elk’s Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. and a Masonic service is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. Ray will be buried in Fairview Cemetery in Tipton.
Donations in honor of Ray may be made to the The Encore Center through the Tipton County Foundation, 1020 W. Jefferson Street, Tipton, Indiana, 46072; Tipton Elks, 117 E. Madison Street, Tipton, Indiana, 46072 or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Young-Nichols Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the Noble family with Ray’s arrangements. Online memories and condolences may be left for Ray’s family on his obituary page at www.young-nichols.com.
Thank you Ray for your encouragement to us in supporting us on the mission field! Jim and Kathy Long
Peace and grace
Ray and Cynthia were lunch buddies for several years at Faye’s Northside. His pleasant outlook on life, his knowledge about the county and humorous jokes made it enjoyable. He was a good man and caring family man. We do miss you Ray.
Don and Phyllis Frawley
My heart goes out to the family. I always enjoyed speaking with Mr. Noble at The Elks.
Tho I didn’t know Ray tho I was ery familiar with his farther as my Dad, Roy Whisler, did business with the canning company in rhe 30 and 40’s taking tomatoes to the cannery by horse and wagon. He always commented on the honesty of their company. It’s good to see his son carried on the Noble work .
So sorry for the loss of Ray, prayers for Cynthia and family.
Much Love and Many Prayers to the Noble Family
In my mind’s eye I still see young Ray/Cynthia at THS “going steady” all those years ago. That mind’s eye is one of the best things about old age!
Rest in peace, Ray. Sending my condolences to the Noble family.
Sidenia Stace
My condolences to the family and friends of Ray.
Our condolences to Cynthia and the wonderful Noble Family. He was always such a joy to be around. He truly loved his family and his community.
Ray and Cynthia were one of Faye’s Northside groupies with Phyliss and Don Frawley, Dan & Annie Noble and others we loved his Smile and few jokes. RIP Ray you have a special place in my heart. ❤️ ❤️❤️
Condolences to all of the family. You will be in my prayers.
My condolences to the Noble family.
Ray was one of the first customer to introduce himself to me when we owned the Hardware store in Tipton.
He frequented the store often and always had a funny story to tell.
I enjoyed his company and learned a lot about the culture of Tipton through him.
I know he’ll be missed but not forgotten, there too much history to tell.
Dear Tami & Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies and condolence’s .
Our thoughts and prayers are with you .🙏
God bless.
Our sincere condolences to Ray’s family. Will miss Ray’s jokes and smiling face and so much more. His love of his family and his community was one of his greatest gifts. God Bless.
What an honor to be a friend of Ray Noble. Always enjoyed our conversations and visits.
May he rest in peace. Dave Berkemeier
Sorry for the loss of Ray, Prayers to the Noble Family. Will miss Ray at the Barber shop talking about his Mustang.
Tami and all of the Noble family, we’re sending so much love to you all. Ray was a great man. I loved getting to know him through the years at family gatherings. ❤️
I have many good memories of Ray. Some of those that I will always remember are the many times he would stop by and “inspect” the various projects I had in progress in Buttonwood Field. I appreciated his comments, questions and conversation. You will be missed Ray!
Sending much love and many prayers to Cynthia and all the Noble family. Ray was one of the good guys and will be greatly missed by so many.
Deepest condolences to dear Cynthia, Tami, Mark and all the Noble family on the passing of Ray. Neigbours in Lake Ashton Florida, Ray was a kind and gentle man who loved the game of golf, his little dogs, and his cars. We will miss Ray, his distinctive laugh and wonderful memories we have shared. Love Lowleen & Jim
Ray will always be remembered as an icon of this community, but we will always remember him for being so genuine and friendly to us. Our condolences and prayers to all the Noble family.
Our sympathy to Cynthia, Tammy, Mark and family. Ray lived a full and fruitful life. He will be missed and the positive impact he made on our community is a wonderful legacy.
To all of the family, our deepest sympathy to you all. Ray was a great man & friend.
Max & Jane Henderson
Gae & Gene Matchettr