Isom "Beecher" Noble Jr Obituary

Orrville -- Isom "Beecher" Noble Jr., 91, of Orrville, died Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Orrville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation, following a period of declining health.

Beecher was born on March 20, 1935, in Sterling, Ohio, to the late Isom Sr. and Tennessee "Tennie" (Holland) Noble. He married Elphra Arthur on December 28, 1956. Elphra preceded him in death on February 12, 2001.

A 1953 graduate of Rittman High School, Beecher began his career as a salesman with Mogler Electronics. He later owned Stylecraft Furniture for a number of years before joining Bennett Appliance and Rufener's Furniture, where he worked for more than 20 years until his retirement in 1994.

Beecher was a dedicated Scoutmaster for Troop 405 in Rittman. One of his greatest sources of pride was watching each of his four sons earn the rank of Eagle Scout, a reflection of the values he instilled through his leadership and example.

He is survived by his four sons, Mitchell (Kim) Noble, Keith (Theresa) Noble, Steve (Eldian) Noble, and Wendell Noble; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and his sister, Ruth Williams.

In addition to his wife Elphra, and his parents Tennie and Isom Sr., Beecher was preceded in death by his brothers, Clifford, Clinton, Jim, and Don Noble; and his sister, Dorothy Hopton.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Rittman Cemetery in Rittman, with Pastor Michael Decker officiating.

Beecher held great respect for law enforcement, inspired in part by his father's service as a Rittman police officer, and as a Wayne County sheriff's deputy . In keeping with that admiration, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Rittman Police Department at 49 W. Ohio Ave., Rittman, OH 44270, denoted "Rittman Police Fund in the name of Isom Beecher Noble", or to Haven of Rest Ministries, an organization Beecher faithfully supported through personal contributions, at 175 E. Market St., Akron, OH 44308, or online at havenofrest.org.

Auble Funeral Home in Orrville is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences and a registry are available at aublefuneralhomes.com.