Bonham, Texas -- Noble Ray Unger, Jr. age 82, of Bonham, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025. Born on July 13, 1943, in Virginia, the son of Noble R Unger, Sr. and Bertha DeHaven Unger. Noble was raised on an apple orchard, where he developed a work ethic and appreciation for nature that stayed with him throughout his life.
Noble was a graduate of James Wood High School, Class of 1962. He spent many years in management positions at Coca-Cola and Valley Protein. After retiring from Valley Protein, he spent the next 10 years driving a trolley for the City of Pigeon Forge TN, where his co-workers and people he met along the way became cherished friends. He was a man of great character, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Noble had a profound love for the outdoors, often embarking on camping trips, the mountains being one of his favorite destinations.
Noble met his beloved wife, Mary Campbell, while she was traveling in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, attending a conference. Together, they created a world filled with love and adventure, cherishing the time they spent as husband and wife. He attended church at the First United Methodist Church in Bonham with Mary.
He is preceded in death by his parents, former wife Jane Aiken Unger, and sister Nancy Unger.
He is survived by his beloved wife Mary Campbell, daughter, Jacqueline Unger Olinger, son, Jeffrey Unger, grandchildren, Jonathan Olinger, Corey Triplett (Becca), Krista Wittig, and Ashley Wittig, great-grandchildren, Taylor Olinger, River Olinger, and Breonna Metcalf, brother, Richard Unger (Alice). Noble will be missed by all that knew him.
A memorial service will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Bonham on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM, officiated by Rev Julie Henson.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Franklin Graham Charity | Samaritan's Purse- donations can be made online or mailed to PO Box 3000 Boone, NC 28607.
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