Noble A. Spruel, 89

Noble A. Spruel, 89, entered eternal rest on Aug. 12, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Sarah Lee Spruel.

Born in New Jersey on Feb. 21, 1936, Noble was the son of the late David Spruel, Sr. and Rosa Lee Steadman Spruel. Before his retirement, he worked as a polisher for Assa Abloy (Sargent Manufacturing).

A faithful and longtime member of Pitts Chapel UFWB Church in New Haven, Noble lived a life rooted in faith, family, and community.

In addition to his loving wife, he leaves cherished memories with his children: Stacy R. Spell (Virginia T.), Shirlene Gibbs, Sydell Ladson, Verdell Achu, and Carolyn Renee Spruel; brothers, Vincent Spruel and Carlos Meekins; sister, Lisa Thompson; grandchildren, Stacy D., Sean A., Maya D., Symphony A., Noble S., Roy, Sarah, Paul, Jovan, Marquel, Zaria, and Nicole; 14 great-grandchildren; a special niece, Brenda Chapin; along with many other nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and friends. He was predeceased by his grandchildren, Allen and Marcus, as well as his siblings, David Spruel, Jr., Stella Hannibal, Ramona Webb, and Rosa Lee Spruel.

A celebration of Noble’s life will be held on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. at Pitts Chapel UFWB Church, 64 Brewster Street, New Haven. Family and friends may view at the church from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Burial will be private.

Professional services have been entrusted to Curvin K. Council Funeral Home, 128 Dwight Street, New Haven. An online register book is available at curvinkcouncil.com.

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