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Clinton Greenwood Obituary
Greenwood
1959-2017
Clinton "Clint" Greenwood was born December 22, 1959, in Houston, TX. and went to be with the Lord April 3, 2017, in Baytown, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his mother Mary Katherine Greenwood and father, George Greenwood.
He is survived by his wife Leatha Greenwood, sons Charles "Chuck" Greenwood and Timothy Benyo, daughters Catherine Greenwood and Lauren Benyo.
Lastly, Clint is survived by his extended family and friends in blue.
Chief Greenwood was appointed Assistant Chief Deputy with the Harris County Precinct Three Constable's Office on January 1, 2017. Chief Greenwood previously served as a Major with the Harris County Sheriff's Office as Commander of the Office of Inspector General, Internal Affairs Division, Legal Services and General Investigations.
Chief Greenwood earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Rice University in 1983, and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from South Texas College of Law in 1986. Chief Greenwood is also a graduate of both the Senior Management Institute for Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, National Academy, Session 263.
Prior to working with the Harris County Sheriff's Office, Chief Greenwood worked with the Harris County District Attorney's Office as the Division Chief of the Police Integrity Division. Chief Greenwood supervised the investigations of all officer-involved shootings, allegations of excessive force and general misconduct by police officers occurring in Harris County.
Chief Greenwood started his own highly successful law practice in 1989 where the focus of his work was defending police officers in criminal matters.
Chief Greenwood gave back to the law enforcement community by being an instructor, having taught at the Houston Police Academy, Harris County Sheriff's Office Academy, Texas Department of Public Safety Academy and numerous other agencies throughout the United States.
Chief Greenwood was a talented marksman, who shot competitively with his wife, Leatha.
Additionally, during Chief Greenwood more than 30-year career, he represented police officers as a contract attorney with the Houston Police Officer's Association, Combined Law Enforcement Association of Texas, and the Houston Police Officer's Union.
Visitation:
10:00 A.M., Thursday,
April 6, 2017
Second Baptist Church
6400 Woodway Dr,
Houston, TX 77057
Funeral:
11:00 A.M., Thursday,
April 6, 2017
Second Baptist Church
6400 Woodway Dr,
Houston, TX 77057
Private Interment
Arrangements entrusted to the care of Claire Brothers Funeral Home, 7901 Hillcroft Street, Houston, Texas 77081.
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Terri Ammon
August 13, 2021
Though I didn't have the honor of knowing Chief Greenwood I've seen his Tragic Story. I'd like to personally thank you fine Sir for your amazing Service's to your Community and fellow Officer's. May your Family and Friend's continue to keep your precious memory alive. Much respect....Terri Ammon
Melissa
June 13, 2020
hank you for the services you did in the community you lived in. I may not know you but I appreciate you and other men and women across the world putting their lives on the line to serve and protect people like me!! Your a true hero each and every men and women who have a job in the law enforcement are.. fly high angel
Tina Anderson-Di Troia
April 10, 2017
I remember Clint very fondly. He was a fellow classmate at the HCC Police Academy with me in 1988. He also taught us the Texas Penal Code portion of the class. He was so funny, patient and kind and I will never forget him. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. He was a great man.
Roberta Young
April 8, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Clint was one of the "scholar/athletes" I taught in a senior English class at Spring Woods High School many years ago. He was one of the fine young men who excelled both in the classroom and on the athletic field.
Sean Kizer
April 8, 2017
Clint, it was an honor to stand by you and fight the good fight. You were a cops cop and a true warrior. You will be dearly missed and never forgotten. You have made the ultimate sacrifice, and you will always live strong in all the lives you have touched. God speed my friend and god bless your family for yall are in my prayers.
SHAR LEDET
April 7, 2017
MUCH LOVE TO ALL THOSE IN BLUE THAT RISK THEIR LIVES TO PROTECT AND SERVE OUR COMMUNITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED DEDICATION.
TO THE GREENWOOD FAMILY: I PRAY GOD WILL BLESS YOU WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF PEACE AND STRENGTH SPRINKLED WITH FLAKES OF COURAGE TO CARRY YOU DURING THIS TIME AND THE DAYS TO COME. A LOSS BRINGS A VOID AND OUR CREATOR WILL SEND HELP TO YOU TO HEAL AND FILL THE EMPTINESS THAT YOU MAY ENDURE.
GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU.
~STAY VICTORIOUS
Martha Parks
April 7, 2017
To all the Greenwood family, Clint left those of us that worked with him at the "Good Time Days" at the DA's office, so many great memories. He was a joy to be around. Clint will be missed by a lot more people than you could ever imagine.
Kathryn Cantlon
April 6, 2017
Chuck - my deepest condolences to you and your family. Your father raised a fine man. Our prayers are with you. -Cantlon family
April 6, 2017
Hi I didn't know Mr Greenwood personally but know the pain of listing a husband and best friend my prey's are with your family when anxieties start to overwhelm you Psalms 94:19 says God will comfort and sooth you
Kathie
April 6, 2017
Although I did not have the privilege of knowing the Deputy Chief, I am so very sad for his loss and for the heartache of his family, friends and family in blue. Thank you for your service sir and may God Bless and comfort all who share this grief.
Penney Dunn
April 6, 2017
I didn't know Chief Deputy Greenwood. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my prayers.
Penney
April 6, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Penney Dunn
April 6, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Penney Dunn
April 6, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
April 6, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
April 6, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
ERNIE FLORES
April 6, 2017
Clint, you have finished your race my dear friend. GOD wants you to rest now. You blessed us with 57, beautiful years of life, which in a blink of an eye you were gone. Gone, but will always be remembered as a true "Warrior" for Truth and Justice for all.
Sherry Ashley
April 6, 2017
Thanks for your service and kind heart. Prayers for your family and other officers protecting all.
JoAnne Dziobak
April 6, 2017
•To the Greenwood Family - Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
HCSO J. Dziobak
Jennifer Johnson
April 6, 2017
He was a nice smiling face to see everyday as he came into work at HCSO. He would always say good morning as he passed my office. May God's peace with his family during his difficult time and know that he is now in good hands.
Maggie King
April 6, 2017
To The Greenwood Family & His Family in Blue.May God continue to uplift u in prayers and mercy and grace .Be strong and it will get better with time. To God Be The Glory
Veronica Gorby
April 5, 2017
My sincerest and deepest condolences go out to the Greenwood and extended L.E.O. family. Prayers for peace.
Clint was a remarkable person and he touched the lives of so many people. He will be miss tremendously.
John Moritz
April 5, 2017
I will miss Clint a lot and his smile every time you saw him he was always friendly and always helpful. I will continue to wear the stars on the magazines on the butt of my pistols that he made for me when I first joined The Harris County sheriffs office where I served as a major with him. RIP Brother.
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