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Donarell R. Green, III

Passed 05/07/2025

Obituary For Donarell R. Green, III

Donarell R. Green, III age 78 of Athens, GA passed May 7, 2025.

A Celebration of Life will be held, Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at Greater Bethel AME Church, 140 Rose Street, Athens, GA 30606 with interment in East Lawn Memorial Cemetery. Viewing, Wednesday, 2-6 PM at Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home.

He is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl Thrasher Green, and his children, The Honorable Donarell R. Green IV, Freddrell Green, Esq., Gregory Green (Renee) and Kerian Green.

He also leaves to cherish his memory his stepchildren, Franchot Todd Dunn and Celandra Smith, as well as his loving siblings; Harriet Elizabeth Green Church, Wilucia Green and Marjorie Teresa Green Turner. He was preceded in death by his brother, Washington Green, and his sister, Kayrell Green Clark.

His legacy continues through his beloved grandchildren, Donarell R. Green, V (Whitney Green), Matthew R. Green, Miles F.S. Green, Freddrell R.B. Green II, Fallon T.B. Green, Jaylen A. Thomas, Rhea P.N. Green, Tory X. Daniel, Tyler A. Pittman, Marquel Dunn, Xavier Thrasher, Larenz Smith, Christian Dunn and Kendall Dunn.

He also leaves to cherish a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, daughters-in-law, family members, and many friends, all of whom were deeply touched by his presence and love.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 and Wednesday, May 14, 2025 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM at the residence: 305 Nassau Lane Athens, GA.


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It was indeed a pleasure to have met Donarell upon moving to Athens in 1995. He was a consummate professional. May God's Blessings be with the family in this most difficult time. Rest in peace. Dr. Bernard & Loretta Wheatley

Dr. Bernard & Loretta Wheatley

Sending my heartfelt condolences to the family during this difficult time 🙏🏽

Gloria Heard

Family, I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort bless you with strength, grace & peace during this time of bereavement. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, Sarah Hector Johnson, Lansing, MI

Pastor Sarah Hector Johnson

I have been knowing Donarell for a great numbers of years.He was always a very kind person. He is gone but won't be forgotten.

Claudie Arnold

My dear cousins: Donarell IV, Fredrell, and Greg, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I pray for your peace and strength, and that you and the many family and friends of Donarell are comforted and sustained by your faith and trust in the Lord. Hold dear to your wonderful memories and know that through them our loved ones never leave us. With love, Pennie and Family

Renee Haynes

Condolences to the Green family from the Hunter family. We love Donarell but God loves him best 🛐

Bridget Hunter

My condolences to the family we love you Aunt Faye and family.

Alice Faye Peters

To all the family, especially Donarell, IV, Donarell, V, and Wilucia May his memory be a blessing!

Eugenia Robertson Thompson

Mr.Green, or my dear children grandfather. You will be deeply missed. I'm so thankful I got a chance to share a couple of conversations before you left this world. I've known you since I was 15, and I can say I'll never forget you commanding voice with your head held high. You had such a presence about you. This isn't goodbye it's see you soon. "And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of the righteous and the unrighteous." ~Acts 24:15 🙏🏽💔🕊

Tara McKinley

Sincere condolences and prayers to the family of Donatello Green. May your hearts continue to fill the void with precious memories of your loved one. The Hawkins Family

Barbara Hawkins Bourne

Condolences to Mrs. Cheryl Green and Donarell's entire family ~Mildred Lyle

Mildred Lyle

A very good man.excellent car dealer

Robert l sims sr

My condolences to my cousin Cheryl Green on the death of her husband. I will be thinking of you and praying for you. I will be here for you what ever I can do for you cuz just let me know.

Daryl Hill

Edward. Griffeth

I want to send my condolences to the Green family on the passing of our beloved Uncle Donarell R. Green III. I will also cherish the memories and his guidance. We thank him for his life as it meant so much to not only me, but also to all that were blessed to have known him. I will miss him dearly. God Bless.

Charles A. Turner II

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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