Noel Antonio Morales, 43, was born on January 24, 1983, in Dallas, Texas, and passed away on June 4, 2026, in Arlington, Texas.

Noel grew up in Grand Prairie and Arlington, where he attended Rockford Elementary School, Shackelford Junior High, and Lamar High School. He later completed his high school diploma at Fort Worth Can Academy.

After high school, Noel worked in cargo at the airport, a job he often said was his favorite. During that season of life, he developed many meaningful friendships with his co-workers and enjoyed the relationships he built there. Noel also worked as a warehouse manager and was skilled at operating a forklift. Most recently, he was employed with RDO Equipment, where he used his experience working in the warehouse.

Noel was truly a kid at heart. He loved playing with children and had a playful, goofy spirit that brought joy to those around him. He loved the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers, enjoyed playing video games, and treasured board game nights and movie nights with his family.

He especially loved taking his boys fishing. Noel found joy in the simple things: morning coffee and quiet time, taking naps, cold weather, sweet bread, tablitas, ice cream, grilling, gardening, and spending time outdoors. He loved plants and enjoyed tinkering in the garage, often taking something apart even if it did not always get put back together.

Noel also had a special love for birds. He recently bought his mother a bird feeder with a camera, and he loved watching the birds that came to visit. He would excitedly tell his mom what he saw, and he even named a red cardinal that visited often “Rojita.”

Colorado and the mountains held a special place in Noel’s heart. He especially loved Breckenridge, Colorado, where he and Amy spent their honeymoon. Noel and Amy first met while working at the airport, and they were married on January 27, 2018. Together, they built a life filled with love, family, laughter, and faith. Amy will always cherish the many wonderful memories they shared, especially time spent together with all of their children.

Family meant everything to Noel. One of his family nicknames was “Mommy’s Treasure,” a name that reflected how dearly he was loved. He loved Christmas and being surrounded by family. One of the family’s favorite Christmas Day traditions was Noel’s famous breakfast sandwich, lovingly called a “heart attack between buns,” made with thick-cut bacon, two eggs over easy, and lots of cheese. He also enjoyed grilling and was known for frying turkeys on Thanksgiving.

One of the special joys of Noel’s life was sharing his birthday with two of his children, his twins, Junior and Gloria. That unique bond was a gift he treasured deeply.

Noel had a strong faith in the Lord. He made time to read Scripture, spend time with God, and grow in his walk with Christ. Noel and Amy had been members of Fielder Church since 2021. He was part of the Tuesday Night Men’s Group at Fielder Church and attended the Encounter Wednesday night prayer meeting. Noel could quote Scripture and was not afraid to share his faith with others. He had courage, conviction, and a heart that desired to point people to the Lord.

Noel enjoyed all kinds of music, from ’90s rap and ’90s rock to Spanish music and praise and worship. His personality was full of warmth, humor, tenderness, and love. He was soft-hearted, loving, and had a good heart. Those who knew him will remember his goofy smile, his gentle spirit, his love for his family, and the way he brought joy into everyday moments.

Noel is survived by his beloved wife, Amy Morales; his sons, Maddox and Noel Jr.; his daughters, Isabella, Gloria, and Rori; his mother, Maribel Reyes; his stepfather, Armando Castillo; his brother, Alex Castillo; his sister, Elliana Martinez and husband, Noel Hurtado; his niece, Sasha Hurtado; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members, church family, and friends.

A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12, at Wade Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, at Fielder Church – Pioneer Campus. A graveside service will follow at Arlington Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Noel’s life was marked by love for his family, joy in the little things, a playful spirit, and a sincere faith in the Lord. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved him.