Mr. Effery Green

Effery GREEN, affectionately known as “Blue,” was born on May 3, 1945, in Opelousas, Louisiana, to the late Wilken Green, Sr. and Adeline Thomas-Green. He was raised in a Christian home where faith, hard work, and family were important foundations.

From a young age, Effery worked on his family’s farm, learning the value of labor, responsibility, and perseverance. Later in life, he worked at a steel factory for 17 years, where he was known for his dedication and strong work ethic.

Effery’s life journey was one of complexity, shaped by both challenges and moments of peace. While he did not always express love or presence in traditional ways, he remained an important part of his family’s story.

He shared incredible moments with the love of his life, Velma Jones, for 37 years.

Effery found peace in fishing and quiet moments by the water. He also loved to joke and could often be found bringing laughter to those around him, enjoying being the life of the party and sharing moments of humor with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, James D. Green; three brothers, Wilfred Green, Dalfred Green, Sr., and Wilken Green, Jr.; and three sisters, Angelina Green, Irma Green, and Linda Joy Greene.

Effery leaves to cherish his memory his children: Alfred Green (Stephanie Green), Kevin L. Green, Angielina Marie Greene, Ashley Chanea Greene, and April Denise Greene; along with his grandchildren: Michael Green, Kendrick Green, Terrell Green, Terriyea Green, Dayshon Green, Ronnie Spears, Crystal Green, Jennifer Green, James Green, Jr., Jaylicia Green, bonus children: Cedric Jones, Derrick Jones (Monique Jones) children are: Derrick Jones Jr., Destiny Jones and Genesis Jones.  Lakeitha Thomas and children are Tyronesha Fransaw, Tyronae Thomas, Jazmin Fransaw, and Dezarae Payton, siblings: Winnie Fray Malone, Arthur Ted Green, Allen Green, Lonnie Green, Susan Coleman, Tom Greene, Sr., Judy Green, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and great-grandchildren.

Though his path was not always easy, his family remembers him with compassion, respect, and grace. His life, in all its complexity, remains forever connected to those who loved him.

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