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Melvin GREEN Obituary
He was born March 13, 1914, to the late William and Edmonia Belvin Green and resided in the Guinea area of Gloucester County his whole life. Melvin was a weather expert and loved talking on the "CB radio." Having been a waterman, Melvin especially enjoyed talking with other watermen early in the morning as they were heading out for their day of fishing. He will be cherished for his devotion and generosity to his family, friends and the community. Throughout his life he believed faith, family, honesty and integrity were the cornerstones of success. Melvin lived a long and full life and will be greatly missed.
His parents; wife of 74 years, Ivy Green; two grandsons, Brian Keith Deal and Stuart Green; son, Carlton Green; and daughter, Barbara West preceded him in death.
He is survived by son, Robert Green and wife, Dale; daughters, Betty Deal, Linda West and husband, Ellis, Lois West, Rita Dudley and husband, Jeff; 26 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services officiated by the Rev. Bill West will be held 3 p.m. Monday at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. Interment will follow in Gloucester Point Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
In memory of our beloved father, memorial contributions may be given to Abingdon Volunteer Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 9, Bena, VA 23018. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Melvin GREEN
Anna Hall
May 3, 2010
He was a good man and I loved to here him in the morning on the cb radio. we will all miss him very much.God Bless You all. Dick and marie Bonniville and sissie. Love you guys all.
Marsha Lynn Jenkins
May 3, 2010
To all of my dear Green family, know that my prayeres and loving thoughts are with each and everyone of you, you truly blessed, as I was to have such a loving and caring dad and mother. What a blessing it is to know they are all together now. Memories are the one thing we can keep. God Bless You All THE JENKINS RICKY, LYNN, PAUL, RICKY JR., MARSHA, HEATHER, AND JUSTIN
Tonya Jenkins
May 3, 2010
Bigdaddy, You will be missed so much. You lived a great life and were such a good person. The last thing you said to me was, "Where is Ivy?" I said, "In Heaven." You said, "Do you think I will see her again?" I said, "Yes!" Now you know. I know you would rather be with her than anywhere else. I love you very much and will never forget you.
Lori Cox
May 2, 2010
Lois, sow sorry to hear about your loss, may God bless you and the entire Green family durning this time of pain.
Love, Lori and Johnny Wayne Cox
May 2, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. What a wonderful life he lived and had such a wonderful family.
I shall always remember my days growing up in Guiena and hear my father speak so well of the Greene family.
May God bless each of you in a special way.
With love,
Peggy williams Douglas
Hayes, Va
Linda Ruckman
May 2, 2010
Dearest,Lois,Rita and family sorry to hear about your Dad passing.But know he is out of all the suffering and pain.I know he is in heaven rejoicing with your mom and my forever friend Barbara whom I miss so much. God Bless you all in this time of sorrow in sympathy and love,Linda and Maurice Ruckman.
Jerry & Vivian Foster
May 2, 2010
Dear Robert,Dale and Family. We are so sorry for your loss. He was a fine man. I am proud to have known him. I sure enjoyed talking to him on the CB many mornings. He sure raised a Fine Family.
God Bless You all
Jennifer Greene
May 2, 2010
Well what can I say except that you fought all the way to the end. Most people would not have been able to with stand what you have in the last few years. You were always so kind and you always welcomed everyone into your home. I know it has been very rough on you this last year, but you showed us how strong you were and in turn it made all of us stronger too. I know that Carlton, Bigmama, and especially Barbara are glad to see you. May you rest in peace and enjoy listening to her sweet voice again!
Curtis Kellum jr
May 2, 2010
Our prayers are with you all God bless,
you all.We are sorry for your loss.
Curtis jr& Mary Kellum
Will Kellum sr
Rita Dudley
May 1, 2010
Dearest Daddy, I will miss your concern for me as I was in route to and from work. You would always tell me to take my time and be careful and not to be in a rush. Even when your voice was barely a whisper I could always count on you for the weather and to always ask me how Jeff was doing.You lived a full and wonderful life even after Mama left us you amazed us with how well you did, cooking breakfast, washing dishes, and making your bed everyday. There is no more pain, cancer or a voice that was only a whisper. You fought a good fight and you have won the race! I will love you forever and always.Your Daughter Rita, (Teanie)
Scott Green
May 1, 2010
To the Green family, may God bless you and the entire family in this time of sorrow. He is now with Barbara, enjoying her great God given voice. We miss each of you very much. Lois, Linda Sue and Rita if there is anything I can do please call on me.
Love, Scott and Sherry Green and kids.
mike&betty horsey
May 1, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tiffany McDonough
May 1, 2010
No words can describe the man Big Daddy was. His smile, sense of humor and honesty will be remembered forever by those who came in contact with him. He loved sunny days and now all of his days are sunny. We love you and will miss you but know that it won't be long till we see you again. His 96 years still seem too short. Life is so short so live with no regrets!
May 1, 2010
I will miss stopping by on my visits home and seeing you sitting in that blue chair...I will miss you asking me about the weather down here in Carolina..I know Bigmama and Barbara are glad to see you. Tell them we love and miss them so much.
Love you, Bigdaddy...your Granddaughter.
Gina Alley, Camden, NC
granddaughter anita
May 1, 2010
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.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Goldie Rowe
May 1, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
susan coates
May 1, 2010
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.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
steven greene
May 1, 2010
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