Noah Thomas Black

Noah Thomas Black, 19, of East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI, died suddenly on Saturday, January 31, 2015 in Hyde Park, NY. Born in San Francisco, California, he was the loving son of Thomas and JoAnn (Warnke) Black. When he was an infant, Noah and his family moved to Portsmouth, where he and his brother Sam grew up. He was an energetic kid, always quick to smile. He enjoyed the beach, playing baseball and being outdoors. Noah loved music: he played both the trombone and the piano. He was a member of the PHS Jazz and Marching Bands throughout high school. He participated in several band trips and events including the 2013 Presidential Inaugural Parade. He also participated on the PHS swim team. At 16, Noah began a summer job at the Hour Glass Brasserie in Bristol, RI. It was here that he discovered his passion for the Culinary Arts. After his graduation from PHS in June of 2013, Noah attended the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. At the time of his death, he was a sophomore about to participate in an Associate's Degree celebration, prior to continuing on for a Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Science. Noah dearly loved spending time with his family and friends. His aptitude for science and his love of nature lead him to be passionate about sustainable energy and community-based farming. He enjoyed hiking and planned a trip this summer on the Appalachian Trail. He is survived by his parents Thomas and JoAnn and his beloved brother, Samuel all of Portsmouth, his paternal grandmother Carolyn Black of Westboro, MA, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Richard and Jill Warnke and his paternal grandfather William Black. Calling hours will be held on Friday, February 6, 2015 from 3-7 pm in Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Road, Portsmouth, RI. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 11 am in St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI. A private burial will take place at a later time.Memorial donations may be made to The Appalachian Trail Conservancy, New England Regional Office, PO Box 264, South Egremont, MA 01258. Cemetery Details Private AK, Visitation FEB 6. 03:00 PM - 07:00 PM Connors Funeral Home 55 West Main Road Portsmouth, RI, US, 02871 info@memorialfuneralhome.com http://www.connorsfuneralhome.com Service FEB 7. 11:00 AM St. Barnabas Catholic Church 1697 East Main Road Portsmouth, RI, US