Ralston Gifford Noad, , of Norfolk St. , was born August 25, 1939 in St. James Parish, Jamaica, West Indies; the son of Uriah Noad and Esterina ( Vaughn) Noad. Ralston emigrated to the United States and became a resident of Springfield in 1982, employed as a maintenance worker in environmental services. He was a Communicant of St. Michael's Cathedral. Ralston loved to read his bible. On Monday, June 13, 2022, he departed this life at his residence. He leaves behind his beloved wife Patma Rose (Golden) Noad, and treasured family; two sons Sherventon Noad and Michael Noad; a daughter Noreen Noad; two sisters Una Blake and Hiacinth Reid all of Springfield; several nieces and nephews, 11 grandchildren, a host of great-grandchildren, other family and numerous friends to cherish his memory. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held in Saint Michael's Cathedral, Wednesday at 10 a. m. followed by internment in Oak Grove Cemetery. To to the family or in memory of Ralston Noad, please