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Lon James "Jim" Green

Lon James "Jim" Green obituary

Lon Green Obituary

Jim led a very happy and active life, and loved fishing, camping, building, gardening and his friends and family. He was a people person. After over 20 yrs teaching in Nevada, he retired and returned to Colorado Springs in 1981, where he continued building his own homes and enjoying life.



He is survived by his wife of 58 yrs Gerrie, son Shaun (Nuan) and their daughter Theap of Thailand; daughter D'Anne, her daughter Tasha and son Kevin Wells. He is also survived by brothers Juan, Don, Tom and Charlie, sisters Gloria and Aloah, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am. Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at Corpus Christie Catholic Church.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette from Jun. 17 to Jun. 19, 2016.

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June 25, 2016

Dear Gerrie and Family We are so sorry to hear of jim passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to you. May God give you peace and strength always.

Love Mike and Diana Andriolo and Family
Carol Wheeler

June 20, 2016

Gerrie and family, so sorry to hear about your loss. Jim was always good to my parents. My prayers.
Denice DeMasters

June 19, 2016

Sending my condolences to the family. May God give you strength and peace during this difficult time. ( Ps.29:11 )

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