Noble McGinnis

Gary Noble McGinnis passed away peacefully in his home on Monday, March 11, 2024. Noble, the son of the late H.L. and Wanda McGinnis, was born on November 5, 1943. Growing up in Terrell, Noble was very active in athletics, especially football and track, during his high school years. After graduating from Terrell High School, he attended Navarro Junior College where he played football. After a year in Corsicana, Noble moved back to Terrell to work in the family business, McGinnis Lumber Company. On June 6, 1964, Noble married Robby Dudley and in 1967, they welcomed their first daughter, Amy. Three years later, in 1970, they welcomed their second daughter, Anna. Noble and Robby made Terrell their home for 30 years where they were business owners in the community. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed spending time at Oak Grove Country Club with many of his close friends. During these 30 years, Noble continued to grow the lumber company started by his grandfather and was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Noble and Robby moved to Sugar Land, Texas in 1990 where he was the manager of Home Lumber Company and then went on to work for BMC West in sales. In 2013, Noble retired and became the “school bus driver” for his grandchildren. During this time Noble was also inducted into the Terrell High School Hall of Fame for his athletic achievements in high school. A devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend to many, Noble’s legacy for his family will continue to be forever cherished. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Robby McGinnis; his daughter Amy Garrey and husband Bill Garrey; daughter Anna Desormeaux and husband Michael Desormeaux; his four grandchildren: Joe Garrey, Kate Garrey, Alex Desormeaux and Abby Desormeaux, all from Sugar Land, Texas; brothers Bud McGinnis and his wife Paula of Plano, Texas; Scott McGinnis and his wife Linda Kay of Melissa, Texas; Brad McGinnis and his wife Linda of Henderson; and Clint McGinnis and his wife Melinda of Gilmer, Texas; his sister-in-law Lea Ann Cooper of Grapevine, TX; and brother-in-law Wesley Killian of Terrell, Texas along with nieces, nephews, other extended family and many friends each of whom will greatly miss Noble. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Campground Cemetery or First United Methodist Church of Terrell. A Memorial service is scheduled for Friday, March 22, 2024, beginning at 5 p.m. A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held one hour prior to service time.

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Noble McGinnis

March 11, 2024