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Lorenzo Green Obituary

Lorenzo Green of Gary, age 88, passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at home. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lessie Green. He is survived by 7 loving children: Walter Green, Keith (Sylvia) Green, Lorenzo (Bechell) Green, Jr., La'Tanya (Wilfred) Green-Makere, Mark Green, Michael (Arenthia) Green, and SirQuain Green; siblings: Willene Williams, Lillie Taylor, and Vera Brown; and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces' nephews, other relatives, and friends. Visitation Saturday, February 26, 2022, from 10:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. with funeral services to follow at 11:00 a.m. All services at Allen Chapel C.M.E. Church, 836 E 21st Ave, Gary, IN.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Feb. 23, 2022.

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Brenda Muhammad

November 25, 2023

I was saddened to hear of the passing of "Uncle Milky Way". He was my grandmother's baby brother. He and my father Andrew Griggs grew up like brothers. I pray comfort and strength to all who knew and loved him.

Theresa armour

February 25, 2022

Prayers for your family.. forever loved..thank you for being the best grandfather to my children..my heart will miss you forever..

Zoe Carter

February 23, 2022

I would like to send my condolences to the Green boys and the whole Green family love you all and God bless you Pierce Street for life love the Carter family mr. G will surely be missed

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Memorial Events
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26

Visitation

10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Allen Chapel C.M.E. Church

836 E 21st Ave, Gary, IN

Feb

26

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Allen Chapel C.M.E. Church

836 E 21st Ave, Gary, IN

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