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Obituary For Richard Green
Richard Frederick βRickβ Green departed this life on July 15, 2023 at the Cedar Grove Respiratory and Nursing Care Center in Williamstown, NJ. He was born in Harrisburg, PA to the late Charles H. Creamer, Sr. and the late Annabelle Green.
Rick graduated from the former John Harris High School in 1973 and subsequently attended Cheyney University on a basketball scholarship. He obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Maryland University College.
Richard was a champion of small businesses, particularly minority owned businesses as he devoted most of his professional career towards their advancement. He proudly served as the Minority Business Enterprise Administrator for the State of Maryland, the Deputy Director of the Virginia Department of Minority Business Enterprise and the Central Pennsylvania Branch Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration. A lifelong athlete and avid sports fan, Rick lent his talents to develop many young athletes. In 2007, he served as an Assistant Basketball Coach for the Highland Springs High School Varsity Boys Basketball Team leading them to win the AAA Virginia State High School League championship.
Among all his accolades and achievements, Rickβs greatest source of pride and joy came from his family. He leaves behind to cherish memories of him, his daughters, Kia Green of Asbury Park, NJ, Jessica Givens, Jordan Kelly and her husband, Jordan Kelly and Paris Green all of Harrisburg; his grandchildren, Sky and Romeo; his sisters, Barbara Summerford of Hummelstown and Brenda (Mac) Walker of Topeka, KS; his brother, Vernon Green of Atlanta, GA; his aunt, Ruby Colden of Harrisburg and a host of other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Donna Carman, Mary Morash and Juanita Britton and his brothers, John Green, Jr., Michael Green and Charles Creamer, Jr.
A celebration of Rickβs life will be held Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 11:00 am at The Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 212 N. Progress Ave., Harrisburg, PA 17109 with viewing and visitation 9:30 am until 11 am and interment immediately following at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
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Tanya Butler sent Loving Lilies and Roses Bouquet for Richard Green - July 23, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to the family in the loss of our dear friend Rick. We will cherish the fond memories forever. Rest in Heavenly Peace. With Love, Jack and Tammy Talley Butler
Thanks Rick for all the encouragement playing basketball at the Boy's Club , Gone way too soon yet you accomplished so much being such a nice brother and working very hard. - kev hurst
My deepest condolences, love and many prayers to my cousin's brother. So we were raised as cousins. May God wrap his hands around all that loved you. Your genuine sprit will be missed. - Frances Waters
My condolences to the family of Rick Green. He was always such a gentlman with a beautiful spirit.
Our condolences to Rickys family.Praying for comfort for you with his passing . Lew and Karen Cordner
So sorry to hear of your passing. RIP.
Rest in heaven, uncle, you will be missed Milton Britton, Junior
To the families and friends we offer our most sincere condolences. Always fondly remembered as a true gentleman and friend. Rick led a life well lived.
The Ladies of K.A.T.G. Consisting of HHS Classes of 1972 and 1973 The Ladies of K.A.T.G.
Gone but never forgotten!
Hugs of comfort.
Delphine Pettway
My Deepest Condolences To The Green Family... Remembering That Smile...Rick....To The Family...May The Love Of Those Around You Help You Through The Days... Charlotte Bowen Bellamy....4KNKensington, Maryland
My sincere condolences to the Green family on the passing of Ricky. I have many fond memories of Ricky in grade school thru Harrisburg High. I am sure Ricky is resting and smiling in heaven. Peace be still. Joyce Buchanan
Condolence to the family I will always have fond memories of him from the friendship we developed while working together at DPW he was always a good person and friend to have. R.I. P. my friend
My sincere condolences to the Green Family. Richard was my dear friend. He shared so much wisdom and knowledge every time we spoke. I had so much love and respect for him. I remember he did his first play at our church he played the role of Jesus.. He nailed it and it was an amazing performance. I will miss my dear friend. Rest in Paradise until we meet again. Pamela Wilson-Caruthers, Rivers of Life Church Ministries, Brandon, FL.
My deepest condolences to the Green Family, I was truly sorry to hear of Rick's passing although I had not seen him in many years I have fond memories of him from childhood. May God's Love and your precious memories give you peace and comfort. Janet Staff
Love & prayers to our family as we all share memories of Rick with grace & compassion. Paula Green & the Billy Green family π
My Deepest Condolences to the Green family May God wrap his loving arms around the family. He will definitely be missed .
R.I.P Rick
We were competitors in our youth, but in our retirement years we became comrades. I am grateful for our friendship, shared faith in the Lord, and many meaningful conversations. You taught me how to live out our faith, believing God for healing and restoration. You are without a doubt one of my spiritual heroes! I love you and thank God that you made it in, brother. Hold on, because you can't crown Him until I get there! Be Encouraged β€οΈππΎππΎ
Sending prayer`s of comfort and my sincere condolences to the Mr Green and his beautiful daughter`s. Mr Green was very insightful and passionate about all of his accomplishments. May he continue to rest in glory it was a pleasure taking care of him at Cedar Grove Nursing Center the Unit/Clerk Christy and the B unit staff.
I just learned of Rick's passing, I remember the Green family on Bailey St. not far from my Grandmother, Mrs. Cecelia Belcher Pearson. On behalf of the Mosley family (King St.) I send our deepest sympathy to the entire Green family. Peace and Blessings. Sandra Mosley Walker ... GA
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE GREEN FAMILY. RICK R.I.H. YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE A PLACE IN MY πππ DEB BALLARD β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ
To the Green Family our sympathy and strength to you. May the Peace of our savior keep you. Rick had such a sweet personality he is missed always in our hearts. The Wilkerson family Kim,James and Debbie.β₯οΈ
Prayers of comfort and strength over the entire Green Family! Rick was always such a sweet welcoming spirit, when we moved to Bailey Street. He always had a smile and a kind word! A gentleman in every sense of the word. Dee Barbour
We were so sorry to hear the passing of Rick. Our condolences to the family. May Rick rest in peace. Waitus & Louise Reaves
My Sincere Condolences & Prayers Go Out To My Brother *RICKY*{RT.4Life} And The Green Family.I Always Remembered Every Time He'd See Me,He'd Say "What's Up Grand~Pops"....LOL!!!! Much Love From Elder/Bro. Steven A.McCook[aka."CookieπͺMan"] And The McCook Family...!!!ππΌ4YAπβπ½π
My condolences to Green Family RIP my cousin. Lisa Green Powell
RIP COUSIN
My condolences to my family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family ππΎ π π Robin Green, Harrisburg, PA
To the Green Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Rick has been in my life , all of my life. Knowing his struggle and how he handled it showed his unwavering faith in God. He never complained , and he never lost his sense of humor. I'm so glad that God saw fit to place him in my life.
To the Green Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Rick has been in my life , all of my life. Knowing his struggle and how he handled it showed his unwavering faith in God. He never complained , and he never lost his sense of humor. I'm so glad that God saw fit to place him in my life.
To the Green Family, I was saddened to learn of Rick's passing. I will always have fond memories of him and the rest of the family growing up on Bailey Street. We were like family. I am sending my sincere condolences to all of you during this difficult time. May God comfort and keep you. Rest in Peace, Rick. Love, Jenny Pettis-Hassell Wellington, Florida
To the family of Richard Green I would like to extend my deepest condolence to the entire family and friends Richard was a true gentleman who had a warm heart he will truly be missed your classmate Constance Adams class of 73
We are going to miss you so much,my deepest sympathy to your family and friends we love you mus..
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