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William Profyt Greene
William Profyt Greene, known to friends as Bill (or WP), passed away on November 2, 2017 at the age of 89. A native of Fayetteville, North Carolina, he was captain of his high school basketball team, acted in plays, and later attended A&T College. In 1956, he enrolled in the Army and re-enlisted into the United States Air Force, where he rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant over the course of 23 years, serving in both Korean and Vietnam Wars.
Bill was a member of the Prince Hall Masonic Lodge No.5 for over five decades and Pikes Peak Consistory No. 81 where he achieved the honor of 33rd degree Mason. As a member, he received numerous commendations for distinguished service to community and for his devoted fellowship to his beloved lodge brethren, Kadesia Temple No. 135, and he was active in the Pikes Peak Lodge #5 in Colorado Springs for many years. Bill was an avid fisherman who loved spending time on his own boat, and was also an accomplished chess player.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Uta, his three sons, Mike, Glenn, (Tamera) and Eric, (Alecia) and his eight grandchildren, Savannah, Cameron, Clayton, Isabelle, Justice, Nicole, Caleb, Paola and two great grandchildren, Roman and Camden. Brother George, sister Eva Mae and a host of nephews and nieces. Bill's greatest joy was his connection with and love he had for his adoring family.
Visitation: Wednesday, November 8, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Angelus Chapel
Following Masonic Services, Wednesday, November 8, 2017 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Angelus Chapel, Repast to follow: from 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. A Celebration of Bill's life will be held on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. at Angelus Chapel, 1104 S. Circle Drive Colorado Springs, Colorado 80911. Interment at Fort Logan National Cemetery at 12:00 p.m., with full Military Honors (staging area A).
Memorial donations in memory of Bill can be made to: DAV Disabled American Veterans located at 660 Southpointe Ct. #316 Colorado Springs, CO 80906. Condolences may be shared with family by visiting www.angelusufneraldirectors.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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November 9, 2017
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Eva Mae Johnson
November 5, 2017
My brother Bill always had a special way of making me feel like the baby sis even though I was just a couple of years younger than he. I will miss his love of cooking and charismatic ways. He is now in the hands of God along with our mother aka Koot and sister Julia. I love and will miss you dearly my brother.
me and Uncle William
La Void Johnson
November 5, 2017
I celebrate the life of my Uncle. It was Uncle William that talked to me when I was young and became the Mentor in my life. I am truly grateful for all of our communications and allowing me to choose the Air Force. The times he took to listen and encourage me - he will always be missed.
Lisa Hamilton-Johnson
November 5, 2017
Uncle William will be missed from our daily life, however, the life he lived has left us his indelible mark in our lives. He was the father figure to my husband. A role model that lead my husband into a military career. Uncle Williams' influence even set the stage for my marriage too. He will be missed but he lives on in all that got to know him in life from near and from afar.
Rev Bob Kwiatkowski
November 5, 2017
I wish to express our condolences on behalf or TREA the Enlisted Association. We pray that God will be your source of strength and comfort.
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