Shirley J. Nobles
January 27, 1931 — February 11, 2017
ALBANY- Shirley J. Nobles, 86, of Colonie, passed away peacefully at the Inn of Community Hospice on Saturday, February 11, 2017.
Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Frederick Shufelt and Harriet Sloan. Shirley was employed for many years with the South Colonie School District. She enjoyed music and adored her family and friends.
Shirley was predeceased by her beloved husband Theodore (Ted) Nobles in 2008. She is the dear mother of Theodora “Teddie” (Walter) Ruchalski, Theodore “Ted” (Dorita) Nobles and Helen (Paul) Pierce. Shirley is the sister of the late Harry Shufelt. She is the cherished grandmother of Jodi Ruchalski, Lisa (Jon) Godfrey, Susan (Jonathan) Bright, Paul (Jennifer) Pierce and Robert (Elif) Nobles. She is also survived by 6 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
The Nobles would like to thank the wonderful staff at Ingersoll Place for their kind and compassionate care.
Funeral services will be Wednesday at 12 noon at Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany. Calling hours will be Wednesday morning from 10 am to 12 noon at the funeral home. Interment will be Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Albany, 315 S. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208 or Becky’s House, 296 Hackett Blvd. Albany, NY 12208 in memory of Shirley J. Nobles. To leave a message of condolence, light a tribute candle or order flowers, visit www.CannonFuneral.com