Kathy obtained her elementary education at Drew Elementary in Monticello, Arkansas, and later attended Jefferson High School in Portland, Oregon. She graduated from Drew High School in Monticello, Arkansas. Following high school she moved to South Carolina to attend college.
Growing homesick she moved back to Monticello and attended the University of Arkansas at Monticello where she met Charles Noble whom she married in 1975. Charles enlisted in the Army and this is where Kathy's journeys began. She was a high spirited person who loved to travel and loved to tell about her ventures to France, Germany, Ft. Lewis and Seattle, WA, San Francisco and Oakland, CA, Milwaukee, WI, Louisiana, Hawaii, and the Bahamas.
Kathy was torn between her two homes; Portland, OR and Monticello, AR, she frequented between the two. She graduated from International Air Academy in Vancouver, Washington. After graduation she moved to Seattle, WA where she worked for Horizon Airlines. Kathy later moved back to Portland, Oregon where she decided to try her hands at foster care and made a home for Jermaine and Anthony. They traveled with her on many trips to Arkansas.
Kathy was a faithful servant of the Lord, while in Portland, Oregon she was a member of The House of Prayer where she worshiped under the ministry of Pastor Marcia Taylor. Later she obeyed the gospel and became a member of the church of Christ at Kennedy Boulevard in Monticello, Arkansas where she remained until death.
Kathy loved fashion, styling, and modeling her nice apparel. She didn't need for anyone to tell her how good she looked, she would tell you first. She was a social butterfly; she loved participating in any social events. She was known from Portland to Monticello as an enthusiastic card and domino player.
After retiring in 2014 from SEACAC Head Start she moved back to Portland to spend her final days with her family. As her days neared Kathy traveled back to her final resting place, Monticello, Arkansas where she departed this life on Monday, June 22, 2015.
Kathy was preceded in death by her Grandparents: Earnest and Lucy Mae Haynes, James Walton, Everline and James Jacobs; Father, Foster Jordan; Brother, J.T. Lambert; Aunts, Earnestine Clary, Sarah Haynes-White, Minnie Haynes-Jackson; Uncles, J.D. Haynes and Ernest Haynes, Jr. and a host of other Uncles and Aunts.
Her family will forever cherish her memory. She leaves to mourn, Parents, J.D. and Lonzella Lambert; Sisters, Janice Lambert-Gordon (George), Brenda Lambert-Smith (Donnell), Loretta Lambert, Jennifer Lambert and Brother, Dwayne Lambert, all of Portland, OR; Brother, Rudy Caba of Maui, HI, and Sister, Quavelyn Owens of Dallas, TX; two Godsons: Tracy Haynes, Anniston, AL and Eric Lamb, Conway; Aunts: Betty Jean Haynes, Milwaukee, WI, Linda Haynes, Little Rock, Lillian Brooks, Monticello, Betty Martin (Robert), Johnsville,, Ruby Frazier (Thomas), Atlanta, GA; Uncles, Bobby Haynes, Fayetteville, NC, Eddie Haynes, Alabama, Roy Haynes, Monticello, George Lambert (Elaine), Portland, OR, Issac Lambert (Kathleen), Maryland, Charles Jacobs (Vickey), Monticello; a host of other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, family members and friends.
Funeral Service will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 27 at Kennedy Blvd. Church of Christ in Monticello with burial in Kennedy Blvd. Church of Christ Cemetery. Arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(25)
Latrecia Drake
Ellenwood, GA Monday, February 1, 2016 I love my Aunt. She was one of the sweetest people I have had the pleasure to know. Rest in heaven. Love you.Sandra Drake
Ellenwood Ga 30294, GA Monday, February 1, 2016 I met Kathy in Germany in the bowling alleyin the early 80s it would that me a lifetime to share our relationship Kathy was my sister and very dear to my heart words cannot express what I feel right now all I can say she was very dear to my heart and she will be surly missed, to the family I leave this with you that earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal may God bless and keep each and every one of you not only in this time of sorrow but always God Bless you All!!! Sandra,Patrick, Latrecia, and Shawondras, and her baby girl Laila and boy Chris was what she called him/ you were truly Loved and we all will miss you deeply!Sandra Drake
Ellenwood Ga 30294, GA Monday, February 1, 2016 I met Kathy in Germany in the bowling alleyin the early 80s it would that me a lifetime to share our relationship Kathy was my sister and very dear to my heart words cannot express what I feel right now all I can say she was very dear to my heart and she will be surly missed, to the family I leave this with you that earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal may God bless and keep each and every one of you not only in this time of sorrow but always God Bless you All!!!DeWeese Williams
Rancho Cucamonga, CA Sunday, June 28, 2015 I called Zenobia Jordan Noble by Aunt Kathy. She was my moms best friend for over 35 years. I wish we could have been there to celebrate the life and home going of Aunt Kathy, She was full of life and such a joy to be around. We will miss her deeply. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.Regina Faye Jacob
Monticello, AR Saturday, June 27, 2015 Dear Family:Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Jacob Family
James & Belinda Wells
Monticello, AR Friday, June 26, 2015 Please accept our sincere condolences.Nothing or no one could have prepared you for the loss of your beloved "Kathy." Take comfort in knowing that her transition is only the beginning of eternal life. She is now in the arms of our Lord. May her soul rest in everlasting peace with Christ Almighty.
Angelia J Christian
Omaha, NE Friday, June 26, 2015 Kathy, you will be missed. Vinger Hill will not be the same with you gone! RIP.Pastor Marcia L. Taylor
Portland, OR Friday, June 26, 2015 Sister Noble never met a stranger and her whole life seemed to about helping others. She had an inspiring personality and loved to praise the Lord. Her favorite song was "Call Him Up and Tell Him What You Want". She loved her family and always wanted to do what she could for others. She will be greatly missed, but always in our hearts. Surely we lift up the family and friends at this hour of sorrow.Pastor Marcia Taylor
The House of Prayer Church Family
Sandra Crowell
Monticello, AR Friday, June 26, 2015 Kathy will be missed by or family as well as her church family. She could LIGHT up any room with her smile and style. She had such an outgoing personality. So thankful we had the chance to sing and pray to her before her passing. I know that JESUS was there to welcome her in. Rest in Peace my Sister till we meet again.Your Sister in Christ,
Sandra Crowell
Terry Miller
Monticello, AR Friday, June 26, 2015 We got a chance to meet and enjoy each others company at get togethers and do sing alongs with each other I truly am grateful for those good times Rip lovemaryland shaw
monticello, AR Friday, June 26, 2015 prayers for the familyCharlette Cross
Warren, AR Friday, June 26, 2015 I met Zenobia when she began working for SEACAC Head Start as I work there as well. We hit it off immediately with her calling me her "Sistah" without even knowing me. And yes...she told everyone in that room that she WAS indeed fashion-conscious! That began our friendship in which we began spending time together that included going to movies and out to eat. I enjoyed her company and her enthusiasm. She was a very supporting friend and I appreciate her attending my daughter's high school graduation with me. I began calling her my best friend to my friends and family. I will miss her dearly.Lonzella Lambert
Portland, OR Friday, June 26, 2015 The bond between a mother and daughteris so strong that even death cannot break it.
No mother should ever have to walk this
lonely and painful road.
The death of my beautiful daughter
is just too heavy of a load.
Dear God, please take care of my daughter,
the one with big eyes, and soft brown curls.
She was special, as we all know.
I really didn't want to see her go.
Mom Lonzella Lambert
Loretta Lambert
Portland, OR Friday, June 26, 2015 A thousand words won't bring you back;I know because I've tried.
Neither will a thousand tears;
I know because I've cried.
Your sister Loretta Lambert
Janice Lambert-Gordon
Portland, OR Friday, June 26, 2015 My Sister I am someone who loves you from the heart,It doesn’t matter that sometimes we didn’t agree
We could never be torn apart.
As tears stream down my face, I miss you sister with
all my heart. and this pain is tearing me apart.
I wish I could hug you and just see your face.
But now I only have memories which can’t
be replaced.
You are gone but not forgotten.
Know that I will keep you in my heart forever.
Suffer no more my Sister, Rest in Jesus Arms!
Your Sister Janice Lambert-Gordon
Annette &Mark
, TX Thursday, June 25, 2015 Our thoughts and prayers to the family during this difficult time....Kathy will be truly missedRoberta Gardner
, AR Thursday, June 25, 2015 Fly HIGH with the ANGELS Zenobia...You were always so full of life, and so well put together and truly loved being fashionable! You are now wearing the most fashionable thing ever...."YOUR WINGS"....until we meet again. Rest in the arms of our Heavenly Father.Marilyn Matthews
Sherwood, AR Thursday, June 25, 2015 Thinking of all you that are Zenobia's family. May God give you peace at this time.Mary Jones
Crossett, AR Wednesday, June 24, 2015 I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Zenobia's family. I met her through work and church. She was a sweet person and fun to be around. May the memories that you shared and God's word help you through this difficult time. Praying for the familySarah Christian-Mitchell
, TX Wednesday, June 24, 2015 Extend my deepest condolences to the family of Zenobia, my dearest friendSarah Christian-Mitchell
, TX Wednesday, June 24, 2015 Extend my deepest condolences to the family of Zenobia, my dearest friendKaye Christian Lindsey
Calabasas, CA Wednesday, June 24, 2015 Presiding Elder Roosevelt Lindsey and I offer our deepest condolences to the Family of Zenobia, our dear friend.Jantell Lucas
Portland, OR Wednesday, June 24, 2015 Knowing that you are no longer in pain put’s my heart at ease. I will always remember your beautiful smile and cherish our entertaining moments shared. You will truly be missed, I love you & may you rest in peace Aunt Kathy. Love Always Jantell and JaeDyn-Your NameSake.linda Spurlock
Milwaukee, WI Wednesday, June 24, 2015 With loving thoughts, we have memories together. love u. LindaYvette Binns
monticello, AR Wednesday, June 24, 2015 Rest in Peace. Love you Sis Cathy.