David Ray Noble, White House, TN, also known as “Santa Ray”, “Papa Ray” and “The Trophy Man” April 23, 1954-January 24, 2026. Survived by his wife of 35 years, Constance Ruth Kirschbaum. Born in Nashville, TN, he graduated from Hume Fogg High School in 1972. Ray worked for Golden Flake, Airbourne Express and Fed Ex. In 2004, he opened his own business here in White House, TN, retiring in 2021. He served several local schools and teams in the area, along with businesses and corporations. Ray’s motto was always appreciation deserves recognition. He was a member of the White House Chamber of Commerce and several networking groups. His biggest thrill was being Santa for the White House Christmas Parade for several years, as he loved all the children. Preceded in death by his father, John “Jack” Michael Noble, Sr. and mother, Clara Inez Law Noble; brother, John “Jackie” Michael Noble, Jr. He is survived by his wife, Constance Ruth Kirschbaum of White House; brother, Larry (Marilyn) Noble of Seymour, TN; sister, Tina (Jimmy) Castro of Gallatin, TN; children, Jeremy Lee (Melissa) Noble of East TN, Jennifer Lynn (David) Gann of Clarksville, TN and Hope Noble (Garrett) DeRosett of Madison, TN; granddaughters, Jessica and Shiloh Noble and Great-granddaughter, Aislyn Gann. Ray loved gardening and children very much. He also loved to decorate for every holiday. A Celebration of Life service is scheduled for Friday, February 27, 2026 at 7 pm in the chapel of Austin and Bell Funeral Home in White House. Visitation will be held from 5 pm to 7 pm prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to Shriner’s Hospital or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for children. ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO AUSTIN & BELL 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188 (615)672-5000 www.austinandbell.com
