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Noble, Tom age 82, cherished husband of Marge for 32 years, loving father of Margaret Ann Noble, Mary Kay (Ed) Dombrowski, Maureen Noble, Tom (Karen) Noble, Patty Noble and the late Michael (Angie) Noble, devoted grandfather of Monica, Kevin, Jason, Mallory, Brendan and Evan, dear uncle of many nieces and nephews, and he leaves behind an army of friends. Twenty five years ago, Tom founded the "Old Has Beens". Member of the Chicago Catholic League Hall of Fame, Mt. Carmel High School Hall of Fame, Central Officials Association Hall of Fame, Recipient of the National Football Foundation Distinguished American Award, Univeristy of Michigan Champion of the Year Award and All American Football Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award. Tom played professional football for the Philadelphia Eagles and will be remembered as a teacher, coach, referee (basketball and football) and football recruiter for Purdue University, Northwestern University, University of Michigan and the "unofficial" recruiter for Mt. Carmel High School. Visitation Saturday, 3 to 8 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m., at Smith- Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave. Family and friends will gather at St. Mary of the Woods Church, 7033 N. Moselle, Sunday, December 15th, at 6:30 p.m., for Mass of the Resurrection. Interment will be Monday, 10 a.m., at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials to Mt. Carmel High School, 6410 S. Dante, Chicago, IL 60637 would be appreciated. 773-736-3833. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Dec. 13 to Dec. 15, 2002.

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Anderson Family

December 13, 2024

Marge,
Thank you for all the support and kindness you and Tom have given our family over the years.
Tom Loved you deeply and has been looking out for you and your family every day since his passing.
In recent years my mom mentioned a few times that the night before Tom departed, he came to her in a dream, and protectively said:
"TAKE CARE OF MARGE"
It shook her then, and she did not know what to make of the dream, but she remembers it to this day (somewhat like Matthew 1:20).
There are very few things in the universe that can not die. Pure Love is one of them.
Tom's Love for you was Boundless and Eternal, and he will forever be with you.
Until you all meet again, may God bless you, and your entire family.
Love
The Anderson Family

Anderson Family

December 13, 2024

Marge,
Thank you for all the support and kindness you and Tom have given our family over the years.
Tom Loved you deeply and has been looking out for you and your family every day since his passing.
In recent years my mom mentioned a few times that the night before Tom departed, he came to her in a dream, and protectively said:
"TAKE CARE OF MARGE"
It shook her then, and she did not know what to make of the dream, but she remembers it to this day (somewhat like Matthew 1:20).
There are very few things in the universe that can not die. Pure Love is one of them.
Tom's Love for you was Boundless and Eternal, and he will forever be with you.
Until you all meet again, may God bless you, and your entire family.
Love
The Anderson Family

Susan C. Noble (Roth)

December 26, 2005

To the Noble Family, I saw this in the SunTimes obits and could not believe what I was reading. I have not heard or seen from any of you in more than 30 yrs. I am so sorry for your loss, and have some very sad news for you, as well. My sister, Beverly, passed away in California on December 1st at the age of 53 yrs. I would welcome hearing from any of you, please, as I am so saddened by her loss, and now my Uncle Tom. I always wondered what happened to all of you, as well as Mary and my siblings. Please email me. Love, Susan

Tom Noble

August 31, 2003

Hi Dad.....

It's been a while!

Football season has begun...Brendan is anxious and excited, yet frustrated that he is not starting! Of course, this is old news to you from your vantage point! I just remind him to be patient and ready to demonstrate his skill..his time will come! He has dedicated his season(s) to you! He thinks of you often, and misses you not being there, but I remind him that you are and always will be there with him!

I understand you have a new member on the staff...Coach John Hoerster!

I'm sure you and Mike shall show him the ropes....

Keep us in your thoughts and prayers, as we do you, and drop a line to the Lenti's to give Brendan a chance...You know they will not be disappointed!

Love and miss you!

Tommy

Tom Noble, Jr.

June 16, 2003

Dad.........

A computer glitch delayed this...



Happy Father's Day....

I'm sure Mike has you fishin' by now!

All is copesetic here....Except the weather! We need a break!

If you get the opportunity to use your Noble charms, please ask the Big Guy for some nice weather for us mortals....It's June after all!



I miss our birthday lunch....always enjoyed that gesture! I thought about those many great birthdays we were able to spend together, and I now know the value that they were worth! You just can't put a price on love or the bond between father and son! I'll never forget!



Brendan is at Wolverine "Go Blue" FB Camp, so keep a watchful eye his way...He has dedicated himself and the remainder of his HS/College football career to honor your memory! I know he'll do his best, but any assistance will be greatly appreciated! He misses the fact that you can not be there at his games, but I reminded him that you will always be there and that you are very proud of him!



Hope you and Mike had a great day!



Love,



Tommy

Tom Noble, Jr.

March 27, 2003

Hi Dad.....

I miss our daily phone conversations, but more assuredly our ability to speak and brighten one another's days!

Know that you are dearly missed by all! Both family and friends alike!

Say hello to Mike, et al, and please keep a watchful eye on Evan and Brendan...They're getting so big...They miss you very much!...

Although our conversations are limited to peaceful thought and reflection, I still cheerish them! I think of you daily! Rest easy!

Love,

Tommy

Anonyms

December 28, 2002

"My First Christmas"



I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below,

With tiny lights, with Heaven's stars, reflecting in the snow.

The sight is so spectacular,

please wipe away the tears,

For I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.



I hear the many Christmas songs that people hold so dear,

But these sounds of music cannot compare with the Christmas choir up here.



I have no words to tell you,

the joy these voices bring,

For it is beyond description to hear the angels sing.



I know how much you miss me, I see the pain inside your hearts,

But I am not so far away,

we really are not apart.

So be happy for me,

you know I hold you dear,

Be glad I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.



I send you each a special gift, from my Heavenly home above

I send you each a memory of my undying love.

After all, love is the gift, more precious than gold,

It is always the most important thing in the stories Jeasus told.

Please love and keep eachother, as God the Father said to do,

For I cannot count the blessings he has for all of you.



So have a merry Christmas,

and the happiest of New Years,

please wipe away the tears,

And remember,

I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

PJ Lavelle

December 26, 2002

In death, comes life. For me, I know because it's been hard to let go. But during the past thirty year's of grief, I have found peace. Peace in knowing that one day soon we'll all be together again...just like it used to be. Knowing that day is coming, keeps me going.



Please share a big hug with your family, all of my cousins, your sisters and mother. Let them know that there's never a day goes by that my prayers are with them.



God bless!

Meg Earley

December 24, 2002

Dear Tom and Family,

I was so sorry to hear of your fathers death. What a wonderful tribute to him in the paper. I am sure you are all so proud of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Take good care and Happy Holidays. I am sure Heaven is having a festive feast with all the wonderful people we all miss so!

Meg Geary Earley

JOHN MAZZIOTT

December 21, 2002

TO THE NOBLE FAMILY,



I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF YOUR FATHER, I KNOW THE FEELING MY DAD PASSED AWAY DEC. 18, 1979. TAKE WITH YOU ALL THE FOND MEMORIES AND KNOWLEDGE THAT YOUR DAD PASSED ON TO YOU AND REJOICE.OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME. LOVE THE MAZZIOTTI FAMILY.

Kevin Walsh

December 16, 2002

Best wishes and happiness through the holiday season and there after.

FRANK STROCCHIA

December 15, 2002

MARGE



COACH -THANK YOU FOR YOUR FRIENDSHIP AS MY COACH, FELLOW OFFICIAL AND DEAR FRIEND. WILL ALWAYS THINK OF YOU AS ONE OF A KIND.

BULL DOG

Rich Bertoni

December 15, 2002

Marge,



Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Later on I will have a story or two to tell but for now I want to say I was very forunate and blessed to have Tom cross my path, because up until that time, I was fourteen, I had no idea where my path was going. Tom's life has been a gift to everyone he knew and loved, we will all cherish.

Love

Rich & Marie

Richard Ewert Sr.

December 14, 2002

Please accept my sincere condolences.

Nancy Lodge

December 13, 2002

Marge, How wonderful for you and your family to see and hear the passionate tributes for Tom. I will be thinking of you and cannot express deeply enough how sorry I am for Tom's death.

Cynthia Ellis

December 13, 2002

Marge,



My condolences to you and your family. May the presence of God watch over you and your family in your time of sorrow.



Cynthia

Tom Noble, Jr.

December 13, 2002

Marge...

You know that my heart, as yours, has broken! My Dad loved you very much, and you made him very happy!

I thank you for your love and friendship towards my Dad, and feel blessed that you were a major part of his life!

Dad will be greatly missed by so many that it is hard to fathom the enormity of this event! He has touched so many lives, and his legacy shall be forever!

Please know that Karen, Brendan, Evan and I extend our deepest sympathies, and will always keep him in our hearts and thoughts! And know that you are, and always shall be, in our hearts and thoughts equally!

With much sadness and love,

Tommy

duke anderson

December 13, 2002

marge,

the passing of tom is a loss not just to you but to all those he touched in life. in my case he was more than a friend and in death the friendship will never end. please accept my deepest sympathy in your monment of need.



duke

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