Willard R. Noble Jr.

Willard R. Noble Jr. of Niles, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2018 at 11:18 p.m. at his residence. He was 80.

Willard was born in Kinsman, OH on February 10, 1937, the son of the late Willard R. Sr. and Althea Janson Noble.

He was a graduate of Warren City School Systems. Mr. Noble retired as a truck driver for Taylor Steel. Earlier in life he was employed for ITT Grinnell and Gennaro Pavers.

Mr. Noble found enjoyment working in his yard, especially tending to his garden. In his spare time, you would find Willard working on cars in his garage.

He is survived by a 2 sons, Bill Noble of Niles and Bret Noble of Crossville, TN; a daughter, Brenda Carey of Crossville, TN; a brother David (Evie) Noble of McDonald; a sister Jean (Tom) Smith of Paris Twp.; 4 grandchildren, Samantha Noble, Bret Noble, Charlie and Michael Ulrich; Willard is also survived by his care giver with whom he made his home the past 11 months, Sis Noble of Niles.

In addition to his parents, Willard was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Bob and Barney Noble.

Friends and family may view the obituary and send condolences by visiting www.NicholasFuneralHome.com

The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the nurses and aids of Crossroads Hospice and Willard’s personal care givers. Their kindness and support meant the world to the family.

Calling hours will be on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Wm Nicholas Funeral Home & Cremation Services LLC 614 Warren Ave. Niles, OH 44446. A prayer service will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home.