JAMES TIMOTHY NOEL, II, 45, of Weirton, WV passed away suddenly at his home. He was born in Weirton on January 11, 1979. James was a 1997 graduate of Weir High School and worked throughout his life as a welder. Those who knew James would say he was a free spirit, never wanting to hurt anything and enjoying his life. He loved his family and had a special affinity for his favorite four-legged friend and best buddy, El Guapo. A Pitbull that was his true companion and was by his side through many happy years of his life. James was a hard worker and enjoyed gardening and was an admirer of various types of artworks and traveling to music festivals around the area, he found his most enjoyment while traveling and following the Grateful Dead. James was preceded in death by his grandparents Bill and Betty Ford. Left to cherish his memory and remember him fondly are his mother Shelly (Ken) Sparks, brother Eric Noel, nieces Gabrielle and Elliana Noel, and his Uncle Bill Ford. James’s request for cremation has been honored. He was cremated at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home Crematory, Weirton. No services are planned currently.