James Edward Greene Jr.

James Edward Greene Jr. obituary, Skokie, IL

James Edward Greene Jr.

James Greene Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Haben Funeral Home & Crematory on Feb. 16, 2026.
James Edward Greene., Jr., age 76, of Skokie, died Saturday, February 14, 2026, at his residence. Devoted son of the late James Edward, Sr., and Helen Elizabeth, née Stamper, he was born October 6, 1949, in Chicago.

Beloved husband of Marian, née Bahr; dear father of Mary and Sean; cherished grandfather of Rose; dear brother of Patrick.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105 (stjude.org).

Funeral info: 847.673.6111 or habenfuneral.com to leave a condolence message.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Haben Funeral Home & Crematory

8057 Niles Center Road, Skokie, IL 60077-2599

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