Raymond

Nochta

Raymond Nochta, 89, of Corning, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2026, at the Corning Therapy and Living Center. Born on February 28, 1937, in Caseyville, Illinois, to the late George and Mary (Pejakovich) Nochta, Raymond was a dedicated farmer in the Corning area. He held a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from Saint Louis University, He had a successful career with McDonnell Douglas Aircraft Corporation and Emerson Electric Company. Raymond enjoyed working, gardening, and traveling.

On November 12, 1966, in Flint Hill, Missouri, he married Sharon (Smith) Nochta, sharing 60 cherished years together. He is survived by his beloved wife Sharon; his daughter Tricia (Blake) Johnson of Corning, Arkansas; brother Donald (Sharon) Nochta of Union, Missouri; grandchildren Chad (Kaitlin) Johnson of Corning, and Cara (Trevor) Johnson of Newport, Arkansas; and great-grandchildren Ellie, Hayes, Ava, and Cross.

He was predeceased by his brother Kenneth Nochta.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

The family requests memorial donations in Raymond's name be made by check to Clay County Extension Service, 148 E Main Street, Piggott AR 72454 place on memo line "4-H" or you can donate online at www.uaex.uada.edu

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