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STEPHEN GREEN Obituary
Lt. Col. Stephen D. Green, USAF (Ret.), age 85, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2019 in San Antonio, Texas with his family at his side. Steve was born October 28, 1934 to Chloe Diehl and James E. Green in Winona, Minnesota. He grew up in Louisville, Kentucky and was a graduate of the University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee. Steve and Cheri Bradley were married in 1960, and had one son, Douglas. Steve served 22 years in the Air Force. During those years he had assignments in Labrador, Montana, North Dakota, Florida, Japan, Viet Nam, Texas, Germany, and the Pentagon. He retired from the Air Force in 1979 and made his home in San Antonio, Texas since.
After retirement from Military service, Steve owned a Dunhill Personnel Office. In 1986 he and Cheri opened Greenlight Antiques in San Antonio and continued there until 2002 when they closed the store. Since then they sold in many antique malls up until Steve's illness. His son and daughter-in-law continue to operate Greenlight Antiques in the Gruene Antique Mall, Gruene Texas.
Stephen was preceded in death by his father, James Green and mother, Chloe Green Diehl. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years; son, Douglas Green (Robin); grandchildren, Stephanie Launiere (Tony) and Kevin Green; sisters, Carolyn Hutto and Susan Grissom (Steve); brother, Hugh Green; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, December 5, 2019, at Porter Loring Mortuary North.
SERVICEFRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 201912:00 NOONPORTER LORINGNORTH CHAPEL2102 NORTH LOOP 1604 EASTInterment with Full Military Honors will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kevin Green, Mike Gallagher, Bill Greenberg, Jack Vincent, Jim Ernst, and Jim Martin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, or a charity of your choice.
Cheri would like to thank the caregivers and the staff at The Canyons of Stone Oak Memory Care for the wonderful care they provided to Steve.
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Carolyn Baumann
December 6, 2019
My sincere sympathies to you, Cheri and all of Steve's family. The void your are feeling now can be so overwhelming but you have dear sweet memories, to hold close to your hearts. Steve was devoted and loved his family dearly. Sending out prayers of comfort to help you through this sad time.
kathleen
December 3, 2019
We are thinking of you and your family.
Know God has a better plan and Steve is at peace
Thinking of the void with his passing
The memories of his love and family devotion will live on forever
your family friend
kathleen
Jill Brandt
December 3, 2019
We are so saddened by the loss of our Uncle Steve. I especially remember and will miss his great sense of humor and engaging conversations. Love and Prayers to you, Cheri, Doug and Robin, Stephanie and Kevin.
George Eychner
December 1, 2019
Steve was truly one of the good guys - forthright, honest and one of the great friends that you treasure forever!
Esmeralda Williams
December 1, 2019
Prayers and condolences to the family. May your family be comforted during this holiday season.
Cleve Iler
December 1, 2019
Cheri
Lou Ann and I send our sincerest prayers and condolences to you in your time of grief. Steve was a good friend and I always enjoyed seeing him when he came to Louisville.
Fran and Jack McDermott
December 1, 2019
Dear Cheri, Doug and Robin...Our thoughts are with you. We were so taken with Steve and so happy Cheri and he made such a great couple. While we were not around a lot Cheri was a dear friend and remains someone we love. Rest in peace, Steve. Take care and we will stay in touch. Fran and Jack
Cleve Iler
December 1, 2019
Cheri
Lou Ann and I send our sincerest prayers and condolences to you in your time of grief. Steve was a good friend and I always enjoyed seeing him when he came to Louisville.
Mike and Carolyn Gentry
December 1, 2019
Cheri, You and your family are in our prayers. Steve was a fine man. He will be missed. Mike and Carolyn Gentry
Cleve Iler
December 1, 2019
Cheri
Lou Ann and I send our sincerest prayers and condolences to you in your time of grief. Steve was a good friend and I always enjoyed seeing him when he came to Louisville.
Cleve Iler
December 1, 2019
Cheri
Lou Ann and I send our sincerest prayers and condolences to you in your time of grief. Steve was a good friend and I always enjoyed seeing him when he came to Louisville.
Terry Dragoo
December 1, 2019
I am deeply saddened to learn of Steve's passing. He and Cherie have been friends of mine for many years. The Green family is in my prayers.
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