Eugene R. Nobles Sr.

Sergeant First Class, Eugene R. Nobles Sr., passed away on March 6, 2023. He was born on August 15, 1936 in Boston, Massachusetts to the late Mattie Johnson and Mims Nobles Sr. He was the tenth of eleven children who all preceded him in death. Laura, Mathew, Isabelle, Mims Jr, Emma, Maurice, Annette, Earl, Lawrence (Larry), and Wilbur (Willie). Eugene accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age. He was a dedicated member of Twelfth Baptist Church in Dorchester, Massachusetts. After graduating from High School, he met and fell in love with Beatrice L. Bruce who preceded him in death. They were married on September 6, 1958, and out of that union they bore four children. He entered the U.S. Army serving stateside, and multiple tours of duties overseas including: two tours in Vietnam, Italy, Germany, and Africa, in which he became very fluent in speaking Italian and French. While in Africa, Eugene made history by becoming the first black American to have an office in the Ministry of Defense building of the Empire of Ethiopia. He was also, an assistant to Haile Salassie, the Emperor of Ethiopia. During his tour in Africa, Eugene survived a horrific head injury after being hit by a bus. Eugene continued to serve his country for over 27 years being stationed from Fort Meade, Maryland to Fort Ord, California and back to Georgia where he retired, and became a faithful, dedicated Deacon of the Dixon Grove Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor James E. Harris. Thou he was dedicated to his career; he was just as dedicated to his family. He always took time to attend dance recitals, ball games and graduations. Eugene suffered a near fatal stroke in 1988 while working as a United Stated Postal Carrier. Against all odds, he survived. In spite of his health challenges over the years, he never lost hope, he continued to be a prayer warrior. Eugene encouraged, motivated, and inspired anyone who came in contact with him. His family and friends will cherish the memories and his legacy will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew him. Eugene leaves to cherish his memories: three sons, Eugene R. Nobles Jr. (Rita), Jeffrey D. Nobles Sr. (Delivial), and Gregory L. Nobles Sr. (Charisse); one daughter, Gail F. Nobles; twelve grandchildren; one great grandson; two special nieces, Suezanne Tavares and Antoinette Nobles.

Eugene R. Nobles Sr.

August 15, 1936 - March 6, 2023