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Obituary For State Elder Elijah Green

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Private Funeral Service for State Elder Elijah Green will be conducted 12 Noon Saturday, November 21, 2020 at Pentecostal United Church of Christ Apostolic, 4430 Pamplico Highway, Florence, South Carolina. Interment will follow in House of God Keith Memorial Gardens in Pamplico, South Carolina, directed by Smith Funeral Home of LLC.

State Elder Elijah Green, the son of the late John Green, Sr. and Reverend Earlean McWhite-Green was born May 10, 1938 in Pamplico, South Carolina. He died Tuesday, November 17, 2020. He was married to Elder Florena Graham Green for 62 years and three children were born to this union.

State Elder Elijah Green was employed with American Industries for 35 years in Florence, South Carolina. He pastored House of God Keith Dominion Churches in Pamplico, South Carolina, Saint Stephens, South Carolina, and Florence, South Carolina for over 30 years. State Elder Elijah Green served as Assistant to the Bishop.

State Elder Elijah Green exemplified his love of people and most of all to Christ in Acts 6:4 “But we will give ourselves continually in prayer, and to ministry of the word.” serving as Post Chaplain for McLeod Regional Medical Center and current Chaplain of MUSC-Florence. He continued dedicating his service through devotion at Mercy Medical Services every Monday as this was his passion and duty in life.

Survivors include his wife, Elder Florena Graham Green: two sons, Darald (Patsy) Green and Anthony (Joann) Green; a daughter, Yolanda (Robert) Lyde; 12 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; two brothers; two sisters; four brothers-in-law; two sisters-in-law; and a host of other relatives and extended House of God Keith Dominion Church Family.

Public Viewing will be held 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM Friday, November 20, 2020 at J. O. & Annette Memorial Chapel, 307 South Johns Street, Florence, South Carolina.

Due to COVID-19, the family will receive condolences by telephone at (843) 662-9511.

Please keep the family of State Elder Elijah Green in your thoughts and prayers.

Guest Book

Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you, Phyllis & Family

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Sending your family prayers of love and comfort during this difficult time. ~Gail and Kara Myers

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To God be the Glory! Praying God's strength for the entire family as you lay your husband, dad, grandfather and Pastor to rest today. I had the honor of calling him godfather. He looks like he's just asleep. Rest easy in knowing he was truly a laborer in God's vineyard. He prayed for so many including me and my family. Now, he has been rewarded rest from his labor. Take comfort in knowing that God is well pleased! Continue to be encouraged as you continue Kingdom building! My sincere condolences to you all! Love, Joycetine

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Prayers and condolences to the family from the Footman and Davis family.

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PRAYERS GOING UP FOR THE FAMILY,SO SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,

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It's sad to think you've lost someone so dear & special, and though we can't know all you're going through, Rev Donald & Sis. Linda Dillard want to tell you that we care and hope the loving memories of all you two shared will help to comfort you in your time of sorrow. Lovingly The Dillard's

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Dec's Jo Ann Woodbury will miss State Elder Green, he was a great man of God. I'm thankful for knowing a man like him.

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State Elder Greene will be miss. He was a great man of God. I will miss him.

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My sincerest condolences to you and your whole family Rev.Veronica Clemmons and family

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Family, I'm praying for our beloved to find's mercy and can be comforted in the Bosom of Abraham. Amen. There are Saints of GOD continuing in prayer for us as we have suffered a major loss at such a time of uncertainty as this! I am so grateful to have known Elder Green and will always cherish our family ties. His mom was my mom's aunt, and my grandma's sister. I'll always remember his gentle spirit, and what he did for my brother John that time when we lost Aunt Hattie, whom our mom was named after. May the works he has done, speak his legacy for him. I just found out today from Cousin Gloria that he passed. I began calling all the family up North, and sending texts to make sure we would be present to offer what so ever help is needed during the services. I never saw my uncles cry, but today I heard my only living uncle crying over the phone when we talked about the passing of our cousin Elder Elijah Green. I'm so grateful, cousin Kelsie got to sing the song for him that he wanted to hear because those are the words I pray he remembered and sang to usher his life away from earth as he was making his transition. So soon we fly away...Sister Val in New York City @ the Harlem Church of Christ...Hattie's youngest daughter.

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May it help to know how many hearts are touched by your loss, our thoughts are with your family. Gods Grace & Peace be with you. Rev.& Mrs John T. Hemingway

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With profound sorrow and heartfelt sympathy we extend our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and keep you.

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I am so grateful to have known Elder Green and will always cherish our family ties. His mom was my mom's aunt, and my grandma's sister. I'll always remember his gentle spirit, and what he did for my brotherJohn brother that time when we lost Aunt Hattie, whom our mom was named after. May the works he has done, speak his legacy for him. I just found out today from Cousin Gloria that he passed. I began calling all the family up North, and sending texts to make sure we would be present to offer what so ever help is needed during the services. I never saw my uncles cry, but today I heard my only living uncle crying over the phone when we talked about the passing of our cousin Elder Elijah Green. I'm so grateful, cousin Kelsie got to sing the song for him that he wanted to hear because those are the words I pray he remembered and sang47R6Q to usher his life away from earth as he was making his transition. So soon we fly away...

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Rest in peace uncle gonna miss you

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State Elder Eligah Greene you was like a father to me, you was always there when we needed you. No matter what time of day or night. We want to Thank You for all you done. You was a true man of God no matter what race,you treated everyone the same. I Love you so much and you will be truely missed. You always told me stay connected to God,Thanks for encouraging me and my family.With Unconditionally Love RIH

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May the grace and mercies of God provide you comfort during this very difficult time. Continue to lean and trust in God as Elder Green transition to his new home over in glory. This is what he worked so hard for, and now he's on that other shore. The North Carolina family (Britton, Myers, and McWhite families)

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The DeRamus Family in Baltimore, Maryland send our heart felt condolences and prayers to the family of our late cousin, Elder Elijah Green. We all are experiencing this loss during these difficult and challenging times. May God continue to keep us surrounded in loving kindness and peace in Jesus' name.

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He was a great man of God and will be miss by all who came with in his present.God bless him.

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I didn't know Reverend Green like most do. But I did get the pleasure of being in his company a few times. He was a great man with a love for Christ and everyone around him. A beautiful soul that will be missed greatly. Sore with the Angels Reverend. We love you. Angela McElveen

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Elder Green, was a gifted man of God. He will sorely be missed. I met Elder Green at Keith Dominion House of God Hemingway many years ago, when Elder Ruby Green was pastor, He talk Jesus, He lived Jesus and now He is with Jesus. Sleep on Servant your work on this side is completed, Rev.14:13b states and their works do follow them. Rev. Harriet Massingill, Sr. Pastor New Beginning Christian Church Lane, S.C.

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My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Elder Green was one of the best men I have ever known. It was my honor and privilage to call him friend....He has heard his Jesus say, "Well Done" and I can only imagine what he is experiencing now....You deserve all of your Heavenly rewards my dear friend...until we meet again in Heaven I will miss you. Debbie Eaddy

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We send condolences to Yolanda and the Green family. Elder Green was a great man and very kind. He will be missed. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.(Ms. Audrey Davis & Dr. Lurma Swinney..sisters)

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Our sincere condolences and prayers to the entire family during this most difficult time. Ken & Joycetine Barnes

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May God continue to comfort the family during this time. Our condolences and prayers are with the family. Mr. and Rev. Darby and Palma D.Thomas and family.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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