William “Bill” John Green - Cremation Society of Virginia

William “Bill” John Green

May 1, 1936 - June 3, 2019

Virginia Beach ~ William “Bill” John Green of Virginia Beach passed away peacefully on June 3rd 2019 at Virginia Beach General Hospital from an accidental fall. He was 83. He was born May 1, 1936 in Seattle Washington to the late Earl and Mary Green. Bill is predeceased by his wife Judith Olivia Martinez and daughter Camden Green.

Bill served 35 years in the Navy and retired as a Master Chief. The military and life took Bill many places; Washington State, Hawaii, Spain, Connecticut, New Hampshire and eventual Virginia were he and Olivia decided to call home. Bill found employment at the Newport News Shipyard and spent many days there.

Bill was a member of Church of Ascension and a longtime member of AA with over 40 years of sobriety. His contributions to AA were instrumental in assisting others on their journey to recovery.

Bill was a loving Father, Passionate Grandfather and devoted Great Grandfather. He is survived by his children; William Green II and his wife Diane Green of Portsmouth, R.I and Deborah Buttrum of Virginia Beach. He is also survived by his grandchildren; Michelle Fleming of Virginia Beach, Morgan Green and Mitchell Green of Portsmouth, R.I., great-grandchildren, Josiah Fleming, Justin Fleming and Jasmyn Fleming of Virginia Beach.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to A.A. at ctb.aaws.org.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday June 18^th, 2019 at Church of Ascension, 4853 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach, VA. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting vacremationsociety.com

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Bill was a seriously good dude, he knew when to press stop and when to press go, all without making a huge fuss.

You leave such a legacy of kindness and love, Bill. You enriched my life in so many ways, physical (showing up to check the pipes while Michael was deployed) and emotionally with your quiet presence and non-judgemental attitude. We won't get into examples of why that was so appreciated. ;) Michael and I could not have picked better Godparents for our Z-man; you raise the bar in every capacity. To say you will be missed is certainly an understatement, thank goodness I can carry you around in my heart. Give Judy a hug.

It will seems an empty world not to be able to pick up the phone and sort out issues that he so deftly guided me. He always said I had choices, I could soar with the eagles or gobble around with the turkeys. Barb and I have fond memories of he and Judy at the couples meetings and the pizza afterwards. Thank you for pointing me to a sober and sane life!

Fair winds and following seas shipmate

Bill. You were my savior in times of dire need and during the years I have known you and Judy you became my brother. Your passing is heavy on my heart yet I know you and Judy will be reunited in that glorious place God has saved for you and I pray he held the gate open for you. Farewell and following seas my friend. I'll always love you both. See you again one day

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

It is with a heart that I write my condolences to you and the family, Bill and I did not serve together but were stationed in Virginia, we were both friends of Bill W. He was very helpful in my early years, next month will be 31 yrs for me. I will miss Bill but not forget him. I will pray for Bill and the family.

Bill was a good friend and a strong supporter of Ecumenism. He will definitely be missed. We give our condolences to his other friends and family. He was a good man and an upright example to so many. We were proud to have known him. Rest in peace, Bill.

What a joy to know Bill. Already missed, yet your loving presence is still here. Thank you for introducing me to your great family and friends. May they all know that they are loved and supported.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.