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Jimmy GREEN Obituary
Jimmy was employed with Newport News Shipbuilding as a mechanical engineer in a supervisory position and retired in 1999 after 36 years of service. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and served as one of its Deacons. Jimmy enjoyed the outdoors - hunting, fishing, and gardening. He also enjoyed his church activities, but his greatest joy was spending time with his family. He was compassionate, caring, selfless and content during his walk on this earth. His fingerprints are on all he touched. We celebrate his life.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Georgia Green; and sister, Ree Byars.
He leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife of 53 years, Patricia A. Green; sons, Richard A. Green and wife, Julie of Fort Payne, Ala., and Kenny A. Green and his wife, Kimberly of Yorktown; daughter, Deborah A. Messick and husband, Craig of Yorktown; grandchildren, Kyle Messick and wife, Sarah of Leesburg; Lauren Messick of Yorktown, Lexie Green of Fort Payne, Ala., Bradley Green of Fort Payne, Ala., and Kendall Green of Yorktown; and sister, Sara Baggett of Atmore, Ala.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec.11, at Bethel Baptist Church, 1004 Yorktown Road, in Tabb, with a celebration of life service to follow at 2 p.m., officiated by the Rev. David Irwin. Interment will be at Parklawn Memorial Park.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave. in Hampton, 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jimmy GREEN
David Philpott
December 21, 2010
Kenny, I know I only knew you and your dad for a very brief time, but in that time I spent quite a few days with him and was sincerely impressed with the way your dad carried himself like a gentleman and with the patience he showed to me while I was there... He really seemed like a mans man with great dignity and compassion for other people.. He told me more than once how proud he was of not only you but his entire family... I am shocked and saddened to hear of his passing.. Good luck to you Kenny and family. I hope you carry on with your business, I think he would like that. God Bless.
Sharon & Rich Berg
December 17, 2010
We are so sorry to hear about Jimmy. He was such a kind man, living his life always as an example pleasing to his Lord. He will be remembered fondly.
Terry Simms
December 11, 2010
To our beloved Pat,Debbie Kenny Ritchie and family,Jimmy set the example for all men to model.A loving heart,a beautiful spirit,his faith,such a gentle humble man.I'm so thankful to God for His grace and the joy of knowing Jimmy.In my prayers you will continually be.God Bless & love to all the family
Bill Ringgold
December 11, 2010
Jimmy was truly a kind and gentle man that we were blessed to have known. Our prayers go out to all of Jimmy's family. Bill, Roberta & Heidi
Gordon Johnson
December 11, 2010
Kenny,
So sorry to hear of your dads passing.He always had such a sweet spirit and carried himself in a way that you knew he was a strong christian man.I considered it an honor to have worked with him.May the lord be with you and your family at this time and feel his presence.
Chuck Cardaro
December 10, 2010
We are deeply saddened on hearing of Jimmy's passing. He was always respected and admired by all who came in contact with him, especially those of us who worked with him or for him. There wasn't anything that he couldn't do,a real craftsman and engineer. God needed a talented engineer for his heavenly kingdom and Jimmy was his choice. We mourn his passing, we will always miss him and we will never forget him.
Chuck and Beverly Cardaro
CHARLES THATCHER
December 10, 2010
DEAR PAT AND FAMILY
IT COMES AS A GREAT SHOCK TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF ONE OF THE GREATEST GUYS I EVER MET. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.. CHUCK &AUDREY THATCHER HAMPTON
Tom Arboneaux
December 10, 2010
Kenny,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We all know how close you were to your dad. I just want you to know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Call me if there is anything I can do.
Andy and Sarah Brogan
December 10, 2010
Mr. Green was a incredibly kind and generous friend and neighbor who will be greatly missed. We are so sorry for your loss. We send our deepest sympathies as we keep the Green family in our thoughts and prayers.
December 10, 2010
kenney and family
I am really sorry to hear of you father passing you and your family have my deepest sympathy. I really enjoyed talking to you dad, on the occassions that i talked to him. I know how iit is ,i have lost both of my parents.I just always called him Bob Barker. Fred Plaster Newport News Va.
Gary Ranno
December 10, 2010
To the entire Green family. I met Jimmy twice while doing business with Kenny's company. His warmth and love for his family was evident when he spoke with great pride of the recent birth of his grandaughter. In just those two short meetings he was truely an inspiration to me. God Bless you all.
John Crockett
December 10, 2010
Mrs. Green and family,
My wife and I are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Becky Reppert
December 9, 2010
Our Prayers and thoughts are with you all. Love to you all !
Donna (Forbes) Reed
December 9, 2010
Ms Green, Debbie, Richie, and Kenny - I am soooo saddened to hear of your loss. I just had dinner last Wed night with Mr. and Mrs. Green at church and he just beemed when he spoke of having all of you home for Christmas and together. I know you are all a close knit family and will lean on each other and your faith to get you through this but please know we will be praying you through it! Love you guys!
Mary Massey
December 9, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you through this tough time...
Pam Karickhoff
December 9, 2010
The Karickhoff, Merritt and Clapper families are very sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
Drue Harmer
December 9, 2010
Pat, Debbie, Richie, Kenny - I want you to know what a special impact Jimmy made on Adrian's and my life. I thank God the day he set us on your doorstep because I know it was truly God's hand that put us there. I thank God for the blessing that your family has been in my life and guided me all these years. I strived to be a better person just by knowing Jimmy and your family. Thank you for allowing me to be in your lives. All my love! Drue and family.
Drue Harmer
December 9, 2010
Pat, and children, how can I tell you all what you and Jimmy have done for me in my life? I know now that God truly led me to your door step with Adrian in tow. Jimmy has always been a man that I have looked up too because I knew he was special by the way he carried his self. I tried so hard to be a better person so that you all would allow me to be a part of your family. I thank God for the blessing of you in my life all these years. I wonder where I would be without you and Jimmy's touch of mine and Adrian's lives. May God bless you all and know that we will miss Jimmy so very much. All our love, Drue and family
Alison Foster
December 9, 2010
Mrs. Green and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband
Thomas Skalski
December 9, 2010
Kenny,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. Know that you and your Family will be in my prayers in this time of sorrow. If there is anything I can do for you in this time or anytime, Please call on me. Good Bless You and Your Family.
Family of Wesley Vellines
December 9, 2010
Our family thoughts and prayers are with you and are so sorry for your loss.
Allen & Denise (Long) Canada
December 9, 2010
We are so saddened to hear of your loss. When you think of Jimmy Green, kind thoughts are always associated. He was always a true gentleman to those around him and a great person overall. He welcomed many friends into his home and blessed many with his presence, truly a man of God, doing God's work throughout his life on earth. He leaves a void, but also great memories for those who knew him. Our prayers are with the family.
Buddy Chapman
December 9, 2010
Jimmy Green was a true mirror of Christ. He leaves a legacy of love that will impact the kingdom for eternity.
We have been blessed by such a wonderful example of a great servant of the Lord.
God Bless. Buddy Chapman & Family
Rose Horton
December 9, 2010
Pat, Debbie, Richard and Kenny - Jimmy was an incredibly kind and gentle human being that always treated each person with respect. I met you through my dear friend Drue many years ago and I remember your family as so very special and although I haven't been around as the years have gone by, I think of you often. I always remember each one of you as being especially good human beings. My prayers and love go out to your entire family. Rose Horton
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