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of Dexter, Michigan, formerly of Ann Arbor, age 85, died Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Wellbridge of Pinckney. He was born July 23, 1938, in Corning, Arkansas, the son of Troy Melvin and Margurite Maxine (Bennett) Brown.

Noal worked at the University of Michigan for 42 years, as a Supervisor for the University stores. He was the President of the Chelsea Rod and Gun Club for 2 years. Noal enjoyed golfing and played at Radrick Farms Golf Course in Ann Arbor every Wednesday. He made bluebird feeders and houses and sold them at the Chelsea Farmer's Market.

Noal married Janet Margaret Likovich Hegadorn on January 15, 1983, in Ann Arbor, and she survives. He is also survived by his daughters, Michelle (Paul) McCormick of Florida, and Lynn (Keith) Stevens of Willis; step-children, Steve (Minh) Hegadorn of Virginia, and Christine Jalynski of North Carolina; sisters, Sharon (Will) Leino of Brimley, Dee Dee (Dave) Trembly of Alto, New Mexico, Debbie (Ken) Jones of Adrian, and Becky (Rick) Boone of Willis; brother, Tony (Ginger) Brown of Onsted; grandchildren, Mitchell McCormick, Erin McCormick, Corey Stevens, and Sara Stevens; step-grandchildren, Jeremi Hegadorn, Devan (John) Hegadorn, Tyler (Sydney) Hegadorn, and Cailin Jalynski; step-great-grandchildren, Jackson Hegadorn, and Colton and Madeline Hegadorn; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jack Brown, Norman Brown, Jerry Brown, and Gary Brown; sister, Joyce Henderson; and step-son, Keith Hegadorn.

A graveside service was held Friday, May 17, 10:00 am at Highland Cemetery in Ypsilanti. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chelsea Rod & Gun Club, 7103 Lingane Rd., Chelsea, MI 48118. 


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#3 Dorie L Nitz 2024-07-29 19:20
Janet, I'm sorry to hear that Noal passed away. He was a great boss to work for and a wonderful friend.
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#2 Karen & Ken Reinhard 2024-04-09 13:39
Janet and family,
So very sorry to hear of Noals passing! He was a wonderful guy to work with (U Stores). He and I would wait for our spouses together. The memories you have are priceless. Many hugs and love to your entire family. Blessings to you!
Karen and Ken
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#1 BARBARA FREDETTE 2024-04-08 17:17
Dear Janet,
We are so very sorry to hear of Noel's passing. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers in the difficult days ahead. Noel was a wonderful guy who always had a smile and friendly conversation whenever we saw him.

Take care dear friend,
Charley and Barb
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