Hubert Green Obituary

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Hubert W. Green passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 26th, after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. He was 84 years old. Born in San Antonio on August 25, 1926, he lived a life that exemplified commitment to God, family and the law. He loved the Lord and was a longtime member and deacon at Trinity Baptist Church. He was married to his wife, Leah Tritt, for over 61 years, and was a wonderful, loving and generous husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He practiced law for over 6 decades in both private and public service, serving as Bexar County Criminal District Attorney from 1955-1958.He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II and, after the war, enrolled at the University of Texas in Austin. He then attended the University of Texas School of Law, where he was a contributing editor of the Texas Law Review, elected to the legal honor society, Order of the Coif, and graduated with honors in 1950. After law school, he entered private law practice in San Antonio with his father's law firm. In 1955 at age 29, Gov. Allen Shivers appointed him Bexar County District Attorney and he returned to private practice in 1958. In 1974, he was inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the profession's most prestigious organizations, and later served as its Texas state chairman and as a governing regent of the national organization. He was a life fellow of the San Antonio Bar Association, the State Bar of Texas and the American Bar Association. He was honored in 2001 by the San Antonio Bar Association with its highest award, the Judge Joe Frazier Brown Sr. Award of Excellence. He was preceded in death by his father, Hubert W. Green, Sr., his mother, Lois Coleman Hockaday, and his brother, James Warren Green. He is survived by his wife, Leah Tritt, and by his children, Cynthia Graham and her husband, Dr. Joe Graham of Joplin, MO; Justice Paul W. Green and his wife, Courtney, of Austin and San Antonio; and David W. Green and his wife, Kathryn, of Corpus Christi. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Leah DeHoyos, Dr. Mark Graham, 1LT Cameron Graham, USA, W. Paul Green, John K. Green, Ethan M. Green, Patrick Green, Kevin Green and Sarah Green. Surviving great-grandchildren include Joe Mark Graham, Annabella Marie Graham, and Claire J. Green. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2011 from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Porter Loring on McCullough Ave.

MEMORIAL SERVICE
WEDNESDAY
MARCH 30, 2011
2:30 P.M
TRINITY BAPTIST
CHURCH
319 E. MULBERRY

Rev. Dr. D. Leslie Hollon officiating. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be sent to Trinity Baptist Church, 319 E. Mulberry, San Antonio, Texas 78212. A private interment for family in Sunset Memorial Park will be held.

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Published by San Antonio Express-News from Mar. 28 to Mar. 30, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Hubert Green

9 Entries

April 6, 2011

Uncle Hubert. Aunt Leah. What a wonderful couple to have in my life. Leah is three hours away from Waco, but one second away from my heart. You had a great husband, I had a great Uncle. What a man. God bless you, Aunt Leah, and rest in peace Uncle Hubert. I'll see you again one day! <

Don Philbin

March 30, 2011

Mr. Green was a wonderful man, an extraordinary lawyer, and a patient mentor when we were working on a pro bono matter. May his family take comfort from the long shadow he left as they celebrate his well lived life. Blessings,

Bruce James

March 29, 2011

Hubert was one of the best trial lawyers I ever had the privilege to call my partner and friend. He exemplified what the profession was suppose to be. I have never known a better man. I am going to miss my Longhorn comrade.

Vicky Jamail

March 29, 2011

Mrs. Green -- Leah -- I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Green. In reading about his life's work, it seems as a young neighbor I hardly knew him. But, what I do know is that both of you were there for us in times of need. I wish I could be with you at this time but I know you are surrounded by your loving family and friends. Mr. Green was a wonderful man as you are the wonderful wife who has been by his side for many years. Please receive my deepest condolences at this time of loss.

Wallace B. Jefferson

March 28, 2011

What a beautiful tribute to a remarkable man. Hubert Green was one of the best lawyers Texas has seen, and one of the kindest men I have ever known. I feel very fortunate to have been part of his wonderful life. May God comfort his loving family in this difficult time.

Ross Laughead

March 28, 2011

I met Mr. Green as a law clerk from 1976-1978. He knew my family and was kind enough to give me a job. He was a truly fine gentleman and a wonderfully skilled lawyer. He was kind to me & was a wonderful teacher and example. He was completely respected by the local bar. He was a positive influence on generations of lawyers. He will be missed.

March 28, 2011

Leah,

I had lunch with the "girls" today and was told of Hubert's passage into to heaven. Oh, to be with Jesus! And, oh, to be without that very special husband and father. Joy and sorrow combined. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathi Curtis

DAVID BREM

March 28, 2011

IN THE OVER 35 YEARS THAT I HAVE WORKED IN THE BEXAR COUNTY COURTHOUSE, I HAVE MET MANY LAWYERS BUT IT WAS INDEED A PRIVILEGE TO HAVE MET MR. GREEN. HE WAS WHAT I REFER TO AS AN OLD-TIME LAWYER WHERE A HANDSHAKE WAS ALL IT TOOK TO MAKE AGREEMENTS AMONG COUNSEL. HE WAS A VERY NICE MAN TO ME AND WE WILL ALL MISS HIM HERE AT THE COURTHOUSE.

Robbi & Jim Shipley

March 28, 2011

Dear Aunt Leah and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathies. Uncle Hubert was a very special man and will be sincerely missed. We love you.

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