Noel Francis Stahl, age 68 of Nashville, TN passed away Thursday, August 11, 2016 in Nashville. He was born January 12, 1948 in Fargo, ND to Leon Francis Stahl and the former Rosemary LaBreche.
Noel grew up in Detroit, MI and attended St. David’s Parish School through 12th grade. He attended Vanderbilt University, playing football on scholarship from 1966-1969, graduating with a BA in 1970 and his JD in 1973. He served his country as a Captain in the United States Marine Corps Office of the Judge Advocate General from 1973-1977. He was a proud member of the Tennessee Bar Association for 43 years and a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers. He was a litigator with Cornelius and Collins, Miller and Martin, and Butler Snow law firms in Nashville.
He served as President of the Nashville Youth Hockey League and coached a number of teams. He served as President of the Sequoia Swim and Tennis Club when the pool was expanded and the diving well was added. He was a much loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, counselor, leader and friend. He valued his family, his fellow lawyers, the doctors who were his clients and expert witnesses, and hockey – especially the Detroit Red Wings. His special interests included history, the outdoors, working in the woods, and his golden retrievers.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leon Francis Stahl and Rosemary LaBreche Stahl; and three sisters, Alice Ann Stahl Femminineo, Leona Stahl Feighner and Rosemary Stahl Buchtel.
Noel is survived by his wife, Sandy Page Stahl; sons, Peter Stahl and wife Tara McCarthy of Winchester, MA, Andrew Stahl and wife Chloe Stahl of Nashville, TN, Michael Stahl and wife Heather Davidson of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Audrey Stahl, Nora Stahl and Ingrid Stahl of Winchester, MA and Grady Stahl, Phoebe Stahl, Olivia Stahl and Gus Stahl of Nashville, TN; brother, Dan Stahl and wife Mary Ann Stahl of Whitmore Lake, MI; sisters, Loretta Stahl Thielen and husband David Thielen, Fraser, MI, Susan Stahl of Reston, VA, brother-in-law, Michael Page and wife Sue Page of Herndon, VA; brother-in-law, Steve Page and wife Karen McCall of Chapel Hill, NC; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Noel’s life will be conducted at a later date and arrangements will be announced when they become available.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the following organizations or a charity of the donor’s choice. Click the link to be forwarded to a page where donations can be made online or mail donations to the address provided.
Alive Hospice, 1718 Patterson Street, Nashville, TN 37203
Nashville Youth Hockey League, please contact nyhldonations@gmail.com for instructions.
St. Thomas Health Foundation, 4220 Harding Road, Nashville, TN 37205
Thistle Farms, 5122 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209
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Sherif Barsoum
August 18, 2016 at 3:57 pmMy deepest thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this difficult time. Sandy stay strong and God bless always.
Katherine Lorenzo
August 19, 2016 at 7:31 amSo very sorry for your loss. Noel and I went to high school together. I will always remember him as the football star and one of the most popular and nice people at St. David.
Patti DeFauw
August 19, 2016 at 7:40 amUncle Noel was such a wonderful person. He was such a loving and fun person. He loved his family, friends and dogs tremendously! He will be missed deeply. Watching the Detroit Tigers and the Red Wings just won’t have the same meaning anymore. I won’t have someone as devoted as he was to discuss the games with anymore! Also, when my birthday comes around, it just won’t be the same because he shared the same day and we would always joke saying that it should have been a holy day! We all know that he is up in heaven having some debate and at peace. Lots of prayers for Aunt Sandy, Peter, Andrew, Michael, their wives and the most loved grandchildren at this very difficult time! Lots of love to all of you! Patti
Chuck Caroselli
August 21, 2016 at 9:36 amI played ball with Noel back in high school. Noel always stood out as a true leader. I can see he lived a life true to form. Let his memory live on through your family and all the people he touched to bring you comfort in your time of sorry. God Bless you all. (Danny, we know in Noel God is well pleased.)
Joe Caroselli
August 21, 2016 at 12:48 pmSorry to hear of Noel’s passing. I played football with Noel and his brother Dan at St. David’s. Noel was a great leader as a young man. I am moved by his many accomplishments; and am grateful for having known him.
Doni Princehorn
August 21, 2016 at 4:14 pmSandy and family –
Tim and I want you to know how sorry we are about Noel. It has been a long time since we were neighbors on Stillwood Drive but we have happy memories about both of you and your three boys. Please know we are thinking of you.
Doni and Tim Princehorn
David C. Strong
August 22, 2016 at 1:36 pmSandy,
So sorry to hear about Noel’s passing, but I’m certain he’s in a better place. I can’t help but smile when I think of “Mo”. He had a sharp mind and great wit, which shined still in my recent visit to your home. I hope to be able to attend his Celebration of Like. Please keep me informed.
Best wishes,
David C. Strong
Joseph R. Wheeler
August 22, 2016 at 2:43 pmDear Sandy and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and we pray that God’s comfort and peace will be with you constantly.
Christine Krause English
August 22, 2016 at 3:46 pmI’m so sorry for your loss. Being neighbors of the Stahl family and attending St. David’s, it’s wonderful to hear of Noel’s personal accomplishments & community service. Those Detroit years focused us on faith and family, and of course weekend football played at De La Salle field! My prayers are with his family, and I’m thankful for the positive impact of his legacy on us all.