Melvin Curtis "Football" Green

Melvin Curtis "Football" Green

Melvin Green Obituary

Published by Chiles' Funeral Home, Inc. from Nov. 16 to Nov. 19, 2008.
GREEN, Melvin Curtis "Football," departed this life on November 14, 2008. He is survived by his devoted wife, Casonja Green; two sons, Melvin Jr. and Joshua Green; mother, Josephine Green-Roney; father, James Richardson Sr. (Claudette); three brothers, Keith Green, Corey and James Richardson Jr.; three sisters, Belinda and Latasha Roney, and India Richardson; mother and father-in-law, two brothers-in-law, two sisters-in-law, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where the family will receive friends Wednesday (tonight) from 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, November 20, 2008, at From the Heart Church Ministries of Richmond, 2401 Byron St. Pastor James Ranson officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery. Remains will rest in church one hour prior to service.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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November 14, 2009

casonja & joshua green posted to the memorial.

November 30, 2008

Louise (Lou) Mayo posted to the memorial.

November 25, 2008

KIM CREECH posted to the memorial.

casonja & joshua green

November 14, 2009

Melvin I want to let you know that you are still the apple of my eye and that Joshua and I love you very much you are greatly missed. God had better plans for you than here on earth with us and he knowns whats best.

Louise (Lou) Mayo

November 30, 2008

To the Green and Roney Family,
I send my condolences, and may God be with you, Melvin was a angel, and God need all his angels with him, so Melvin is in a very good place where he is needed, his work on earth is done, but you will see him again. May God Bless you all.

KIM CREECH

November 25, 2008

Dearest Green Family,

I worked with Melvin at Hyundai once upon a time. He was the kindest, most caring "giant" I knew. He spoke so fondly of his boys and wife. He was a proud husband, father, brother, son, uncle and friend. I will miss his grin, his hellos and even some of his silly jokes.

If there is anything you need, do not hesitate to call. Hold your faith tight, shout to the Lord and He will comfort you. God Bless your family. You will continue to be in my heart and in my prayers.

Lorrie Gifford and Jarrod Austin

November 21, 2008

We worked with Melvin at Hyundai and considered him to be a great friend. He was so friendly and always had a smile on his face, We are so sorry to hear of his passing, he will surely be missed. Our prayers are with the family.

November 21, 2008

To My Family,

God will continue to bless us during this difficiult time please know that Melvin is in a better place resting his job here is done and we will see him again.
We all must keep loving one another and looking out for one another especially his legacy he left behind (LiL Melvin & Joshua). To God be the Glory. Also, remember peace has no sorrow that heaven can not heal.
I love you cuz and you will be missed by all.

Kimberly Hawkins & family.

Synita, Tarnisha & Laura Saunders

November 21, 2008

To The Richardson Family

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Willie Hines

November 20, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. I am praying for the family. Melvin was a good friend and a friendly person to know. Melvin will sorley be missed.

DONNA BROWN

November 20, 2008

I am so sorry and shock to hear about the loss of your loved one. May God comfort and keep you in this time of bereavement. Melvin prize winning smile will be missed.

Samuel and Pamela Key

November 19, 2008

We are sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. May God comfort and keep you in this time of bereavement.

Mary Becoat-Alston

November 19, 2008

My Prayers and Thoughts are with you and your family

FoxHill Homeowners Association

November 19, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

SHIRLEY BRYDIE

November 19, 2008

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOURS FOR YOUR LOSS

Jacquelyne Wood-Moseley

November 19, 2008

Words can not express,I will miss you dear friend...Jackie

Kathy Bagby

November 19, 2008

Casonja and Family;
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Remember the LORD is faithful.

Kathy Bagby & Family

Dorothy Crutchfield-Collins

November 19, 2008

Melvin, we just found out shock just speechless you will be well missed especially that smile and laugh love you much...Dorothy Crutchfield-Collins..Kim Brandon and Danette Crutchfield

November 19, 2008

Melvin, we are shock just found out today speehless you will be well missed never forgotten will miss that smile and laugh much love...Dorothy Crutchfield-Collins..Kim Brandon and Danette Crutchfield

Lyn Green

November 19, 2008

Hey Melvin it's Lyn, I just want to tell you I love you and miss you so much already. Words cant explain the pain that myself as well as the family feels now that you are gone. I know that you are in a better place now but with even knowing that it still makes it hard to bare the fact that you are not here to make me laugh, smile, or even make me mad. Im so hurt I have tears in my eyes right now I just cant come to face the fact that my Big Cousin is gone. I love you Melvin but im sure you already know.

Mechelle Baker

November 19, 2008

Mrs.Green,Belinda,Tasha & Kieth,
I'll like to seen my condolenses to you'll .May the lord be with you'll @ a time like this we all know he gave a great fight ,but he had to go when his name was call.But just remember this he always be with you'll and yes he'll will never be forgotten ,just hold on to the fun you share as kids to tell his sons.I love you'll as my family ,may the lord be with you'll as he celebrate Melvin to go to his new home.
Love Mechelle Baker & Family

Eric, Deneen & Erica Hunter

November 19, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Angela Clark Greene

November 19, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Ms Kenney

November 19, 2008

Peach, stay strong and prayerful. We are going to help you through this difficult time. God only gives us little while and when our work is done we must rest. You and Joshua hold on to your memories and Melvin will forever be in your hearts. God Bless you. We love you all. Continually praying for your strength.
Auntie, Ashley ,Tayloria & Ja'Von

From the Staff of Chiles Funeral Home

November 19, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Shayla Coleman

November 18, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Rodney & Keia Evans

November 18, 2008

Keith & Cynthia
Be strong and may the Lord keep you and your family through this time of sorrow.

Kevin, Shanda, Jasmine and KJ West

November 18, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May God continue to bless you abundantly as you cope with your loss.

Russ Cederholm

November 18, 2008

Hi Keith,

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

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