Gerda Beyer Greene

Gerda Greene Obituary

March 3, 1919 ~ September 17, 2011
Gerda Marie Beyer Greene was born in New York City on March 3, 1919, the daughter of Henry Beyer, a Danish sea captain, and Asta Josephine Beyer, a Norwegian home economist. Gerda passed away peacefully on September 17, 2011 surrounded by family.
Gerda was raised in Copenhagen, Denmark where she converted to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as a teenager along with her mother and brother. In 1939, she left Denmark to come to America where she settled in San Francisco. In 1944, Gerda met and married D. Forrest Greene, a handsome naval officer from Salt Lake City. Together, Gerda and Forrest started D.F.Greene and Co., an investment firm, and raised five children. Gerda supported Forrest in many demanding professional and religious activities, shouldering much of the load of caring for their home and children.
She loved caring for her home and was known for her wonderful cooking and supremely clean home. She loved beauty whether at the symphony or ballet or her favorite Tropicana roses. Mom was very proud of her Danish heritage which could be seen throughout her home.
"Mor Mor" loved children, and dearly loved and spoiled her grandchildren. She had a firm and resolute faith, and a strong sense of right and wrong. She was a true matriarch of the family and will be deeply missed.
Gerda was preceded in death by her husband, daughter Laila, and brother Knud. She is survived by five children: Susan Parkinson (James) of Bermuda Dunes, CA; Randi Greene of Salt Lake City, UT; Enid Mickelsen (Scott) of Draper, UT; Gloria Pitt (Richard) of Salt Lake City, UT; David Greene (Jing Mei) of Las Vegas, NV; 13 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
At Mom's express, often-repeated direction, there will be no funeral services but a private graveside service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Perpetual Education Fund of the LDS Church. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.garnerfuneral.com
The family wishes to thank Silverado Hospice and the many people who helped care for Mom this past year, with special thanks to Keri Wright, Dauna Bates, Angie Pollock and Aimee Sheppick for their love and compassion.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Sep. 22 to Sep. 23, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Gerda Greene

10 Entries

Genevieve Groesbeck

September 25, 2011

Randi, Sue, Enid and Family, I never knew your Mother, but it has been said, "By their fruits ye shall know them." Each of you have given service to others and been a blessing to church and community, a true reflection of your "Angel Mother." God bless you with His infinite and comforting peace.
Genevieve Potter Groesbeck

Tracy Taylor

September 23, 2011

Enid and Greene family,

Your parents stood out in the San Francisco Sunset Ward as such shining stars. Their kindness and refinement brought so much to our lives. I feel honored to have known them both. May you feel the peace that comes from knowing where they are until you meet them again.
Love and respect,

Tracy T. Taylor

September 23, 2011

Randi & Sue,
Your Mother was a beautiful young lady and a very accomplished women. I think your Mom was from "southern" Copenhagen...So Elegant!! What wonderful memories you must have of this amazing women! God's blessings to you and your family.
Love,
BJ

Gwen Murri

September 22, 2011

Dear Greene Family. I use to work at Cummings Candy. That is where I met Gerda. She came in to put her Christmas order in and bring her cards to put with the candy she was sending. She was a lovely Lady. I send my deepest Sympathy for your loss. She will be missed by all that knew her.

Aubry Paxman

September 22, 2011

Dear Greene family,
Thank you for the opportunity to work with Gerda over the last few weeks. It was a privilege. Gerda was an amazing women. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your extended family. Just remember all the loving, caring and funny stories you told as she passed, what a blessing to have those memories.
With sympathy,
Aubry (Silverado nurse)

September 22, 2011

Dear Greene Family,
My condolences on the passing of your mom. I remember her and your dad from San Francisco days when you lived in Sunset Ward and your dad was in the Stake Presidency with Irven Derrick.
Bev Hoppe

September 22, 2011

Dear Greene Family -
Although I don't know you all personally I had met your mother on several occasions. My grandmother was Lillian Carlisle and they were dear friends. Many times while I was at Grandma's, your mother would come by and visit. May the spirit of peace and comfort be yours at this time.

September 22, 2011

Enid-
I didn't know your Mother personally, but growing up in the Bay Area, my family did....and I still have interest statements for the account I had as a child from D. F. Greene Investments! May the peace that comes through faith and the promise of the Atonement attend each of you and your family. Your mother leaves a great legacy.
Beth K. Thomas

Brent & Kristie Overson

September 22, 2011

Enid, condolences on the passing of your mother. She was a grand lady.

Robert and Dawn Black

September 22, 2011

Dear Dave and Jing Mei, We are sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family at this time.
Robert and Dawn Black

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