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James Cecil Green, age 79, of Belleville, IL, formerly of Granite City, IL, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at Missouri Baptist Hospital, St. Louis, MO. Jim was born on September 15, 1933 in Venice, IL, a son to the late Cecil Clay and Audney Lee (Cole) Green.
In 1978 Jim married Catherine Green: Moutell, the love of his life. Jim was owner of James Green Enterprises, Granite City, IL. He enjoyed going to work everyday at the office and reading numerous books about history; his greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his two dear sons, Alan Wayne Green and Jimmy Ray Green; two sisters, Betty Johnson and Geraldine Simpson.
Jim is survived by his wife, Catherine Green of Belleville, IL; two dear daughters, Carlea Drury of Granite City, IL and Dana (Anthony) Turnbough of Granite City, IL; grandchildren, Ashley McCra, Jessicca (Alan) Watson, Claire Drury and Justin Green; great-grandchildren, Austin Prindable, Carl Prindable, Lucas Watson and Carter James Watson; sister, Judith (John) Reese of Atlanta, GA and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Visitation: friends may call from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 10, 2013 at Irwin Chapel, 3960 Maryville Rd. Granite City, IL.
In celebration of his life, funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 11, 2013 at Irwin Chapel, Granite City, IL, with Rev. Rich Cope officiating. Interment will be in Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, IL.
Memorial donations may be given to American Cancer Society and will be accepted at the funeral chapel. www.irwinchapel.com
Type: Public Announcement
Date: 2013-03-08
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