David Edward Nobbe

David Edward Nobbe, 73, of Carpentersville, IL, passed away February 8, 2026 in Chicago, IL. He was born on June 5, 1952 in Red Bud, IL.

He is survived by his beloved wife Nancy (nee May), sons Nathan (Emily), grandson Wesley, Nicholas, and Jesse; sister-in-law, Carol Nobbe, nephew Austin (Lindsi) Nobbe, great nieces and great nephew, Adelyn Nobbe, Charlie Nobbe, and Tinslee Hernandez, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbert and Mildred Nobbe, and brothers Dane and Daryl.

David earned a Ph.D. in Psychology from SIU-C, with a background in Animal Sciences. His career was spent in the caring and nurturing of horses and service to their communities. He managed three large horse farms, including the former Horizon Farms of Barrington Hills, IL, breeding, foaling, and training Thoroughbreds, Standardbreds, quarter horses, and hackney ponies.

He served on state-wide boards, including The IL Breeders and Owners Foundation (ITBOF), Horsemen's Council of IL (HCI) for many years, and wrote authoritative articles for their publications. He was a member of the Jockey Club, The United States Trotting Association, the American Quarterhorse Association, the IL Equine Research and Promotion Board.

He served as a State Equine Investigator identifying Thoroughbreds through their markings, and learned their owners and farms through this connection.

David was a part-time realtor for many years and sold "horses and houses".

An avid outdoorsman, he shared his love of camping, fishing, riding, and hunting with family and friends. He was a hard-core fan of classic and acid rock, outlaw country and alternative rock, listening to favorites at every opportunity.

David will be deeply missed by many.

As an expression of sympathy, the family prefers memorial contributions to:
American Heart Association
or the American Lung Association

Visitation:
4 PM to 8 PM Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL
9 AM to 10 AM Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL

Funeral Service:
10 AM Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL
      Pastor Tony Troup officiating
Interment will follow at SS Peter & Paul Cemetery in Waterloo, IL