S. Sgt Thomas L. Noel Sr. passed away June 29, 2008 at his home in Winslow, AZ at the age of 74. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Rita E. Noel; 3 sons Brian, Keith and Thomas Jr; 2 daughters Lelanda Ramirez and Sandra Clemens; 2 daughter-in-laws Lorraine and Melinda; one son in-law- Mark; 2 grandsons, 9 granddaughters, 4 step-grandchildren, 3 great- grandsons, 2 step great-grand children. He is also survived by his 2 brothers, a sister and several nieces and nephews.

Tom served 22 years in the USMC and retired as Staff Sergeant. He served in the Korean and Vietnam War Era; He also worked 20 years with ADOT. He was a member of the BPOE #536 for 30 years.

Although Tom accomplished many great things in his long life what he was most proud of is his family. He is loved by his family very much and will be missed greatly.

A celebration of his life will be 2:00 Tuesday afternoon, July 8, 2008 at the Elks Lodge BPOE #536.