Burton "Gene" Noble Age 78, of Canton, passed away Sunday afternoon, Nov. 6, 2011, in Manor Care of Belden Village. He was born in Canton, a son of the late Albert and Gladys (Lilly) Noble, and was a life resident. Gene retired in 1995 from The Timken Co., after 33 years service, where he was a grinder and trainer. He was a member of Caldwell Lodge #330, F. & A.M. in Bolivar, and McKinley Eagles, Aerie #2370. Gene had volunteered for the Edgefield Fire Dept. Preceded in death by a daughter, Gail Noble and a brother, James Foracker. Survived by his wife, Joan L. Noble, with whom he celebrated their 56th Wedding Anniversary on June 18th; two sons and daughters-in-law, Gary and Dorothy Noble, of East Sparta, and Scott and Trina Noble, of Greentown; four grandchildren, Seth, Christian, Celeste, and Carson; one sister and brother-in-law, Carol and Eugene Williams, of Canton. A celebration of Gene's life will be held on Thursday at 9 p.m. in Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home with Fr. Joseph Zamary officiating. Friends may call Thursday 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gene's memory may be made to the Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank, 350 Opportunity Parkway, Akron, OH 44307. His family wishes to express their appreciation to the Arcadia Unit of Manor Care for the love and wonderful care they gave to Gene. Formet-Clevenger & Gordon (330) 456-4766 www.gordonfuneralhomes.com