Johnny Green Obituary

Johnny L. Green JUPITER, Fla. - Capt. Johnny L. "Turk" Green, 57, a native a Springfield, Mo., died Nov. 3, 2008, at his home in Jupiter, Fla., as the result of esophageal cancer. Born Dec. 29, 1950, in Springfield, to Nell and Kenneth Green, Capt. Green enlisted in the United States Navy in 1970 and served a distinguished 37-year-career. Initially serving on the Presidential Yacht SEQUOIA in Washington, D.C., he was selected to attend the University of Missouri where he graduated in 1978 with a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering and was commissioned as an ensign. Capt. Green reported to Pensacola, Fla., to begin his journey to earn the coveted "Wings of Gold" and was designated a Naval aviator in May 1980. During his career, he served as commanding officer of four commands: Strike Fighter Squadron 192 in Atsugi, Japan flying FA-18 Hornets, USS Camden (AOE 2) in Bremerton, Wash., USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) in Jacksonville, Fla., and USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) in Norfolk, while earning numerous leadership awards to include the Navy League's coveted John Paul Jones Award for Inspirational Leadership. Capt. Green's final assignment was as director, Cheyenne Mountain Directorate, in Colorado Spring, Colo. During his career, Capt. Green earned the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit (four awards), the Presidential Service Badge and various other personal, unit and campaign awards. Capt. Green is survived by his wife of 35 years, Barb; his daughter, Shannon and her husband Brian Singleton; his son, Kyle; two grandchildren, Dylan Mathew and Austin Cash Singleton; his mother, Nell; and his siblings, Rob and wife Jackie, Tom and wife Jane, Deborah and husband Dan Rooney, Steve and wife Paula, Randy and wife Debbie and Linda and husband Truman Brown. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in First Baptist Church Tequesta, 423 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Fla. A second service will be held in his hometown of Springfield, Mo., time yet to be determined. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to either the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute (Esophageal Cancer Research - in honor of John Green), UPCI Development Department, UPMC Cancer Pavilion, Suite 1B, 5150 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15232, or Treasure Coast Hospice (in honor of John Green), 1201 SE Indian St., Stuart, FL 34997. Arrangements entrusted to Aycock Funeral Home, Jupiter.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 6, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Johnny Green

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William Sherwood

November 12, 2008

My thoughts and prayers in your time of loss, I served onboard the USS John F. Kennedy with him, He was a great captain.

Chuck Reich

November 10, 2008

Barbara and Family,
Our hearts are heavy with sadness upon our loss of John. I fondly remember our Faith visits, our SS class parties, and, of course, John's encounter with Alex!. The day we had together on the Roosevelt was terriffic! May our Lord give you His special comfort and encouragement during the days ahead. May He bless and sustain you. With our love and heart felt sympathy.
Chuck and Tinker

Mike and Lisa Sanders

November 10, 2008

Mike and I would like to extend our heartfelt sympathy to Barb and the entire Green family. We so much enjoyed our time with you and John in Sunday School and will never forget our trip on the TR. He was such a gracious host and we will always remember him for it.

Dave and Marcia Barnes

November 10, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with Barb and the family. We enjoyed our association with John and Barb at London Bridge Baptist Church. Our participation in the USS Theodore Roosevelt Family Day at John's invitation was a real highlight.

Diane Wheeler

November 10, 2008

Barb,
Ladd and I, and the whole crew of the TR, share in your sadness, at the loss of Turk. He was a great man and will be missed by all.

Robert & Diane Moore

November 7, 2008

It was an honor to have worshiped with John and Barb at church. He seemed to really love our Lord Jesus Christ. We enjoyed times of fellowship with him. Our prayers are with Barb and family during this time of sorrow.

Rodney Hunter

November 6, 2008

My condolences go out to your family during thi time. I worked with Captain Green during my 32 years of government service and admired him greatly. A man of integrity and honor. I often speak of him to others who serve our country and work for the government. May Our Lord grant you comfort during this time.
Respectfully
Rodney Hunter

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