Our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother passed away on December 3, 2020 in Laramie, Wyoming. Emogeen (Jean) Green was born in Wade, Oklahoma, on April 4, 1929. She left this earth peacefully after living a good life for 91 years, although the past four years were physically challenging, and the past eleven years without her husband (Paul) were lonely. Her family could not fill the void her husband left. They were devoted to one another. Because of the pandemic, her family could not be with her in her last hours, much to our sorrow. God blessed us toward the end of October by granting Mother a few hours of lucidity where on FaceTime we expressed our love for her and what a wonderful Mother and Grandmother she was. She told each of us how much she loved us. That was a gift we shall cherish.
Mother and Daddy were high school sweethearts. They eloped and were married in Sherman, Texas, on March 27, 1948. They returned to Durant, Oklahoma, as husband and wife, surprising both families. Theirs was truly a love-match and a partnership in love and business (owners and operators of Green’s Food Market for 30-plus years). They stood by each other through the ups and downs in life, setting an example for their daughters.
Emogeen is survived by two daughters Paula Green Johnson and Pamela Green Cullen; sons-in-law Peter Johnson and Pat Cullen; three grandchildren Jennifer Cullen, Prescott Johnson and Lindsay Cullen; four great-grandchildren Cutter and Sabian Cullen, Paxton and Keenan Johnson; nieces and nephews Sharon Ann and the Ticknor family. She was also preceded in death by her mother and father Jessie and Guy Byrn, brother J.C., sister Joella, beloved cousin Elizabeth Ticknor. We are sustained with the knowledge that Daddy greeted her with a hug and a kiss and that there was a joyful reunion in heaven that day with her loved ones.
Mother and Daddy left a legacy of love. We learned how to love, laugh, cry, work hard, enjoy life, respect all people, give to others, reach for the stars; be honest, humble, patriotic, forgiving and spiritual. Someone else said it best: “Your Mother is always with you. She’s the whisper of the leaves as you walk down the street; she’s the cool hand on your brow when you’re not well. Your Mother is the place you came from; your first home; and she’s the map you follow with every step you take. She’s your first love, and nothing on earth can separate you . . . not time; not space; not even death.” We are heartbroken, but our memories of Mother and Daddy are intact and strong.
No services will be held due to the pandemic. In the future, there will be a private family gathering. Interment at the Laramie Cemetery.
I had such fun memories of your mother and spending time at your parents house while I was attending college at Laramie. She was a very sweet lady. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
My Sincere Condolence. My heart is full of memories and love for your parents. They were both very kind and giving. When I would stop at the store your mother would pull me aside and say “don’t ever go without, take anything you need and pay us later”. How many people would do that? Paul would alway come from behind the meat counter to see my kids. Later I got to have lunch several times with your mom and she was always such a delight. I truly loved your parents, such wonderful people!!
We wish to express our most sincere condolences to the Green Family. Growing up on the westside of Laramie Mr. and Mrs. Green became part of the memories that I have as not only a small child but as a grownup. I (Mike) was fortunate when the Green's gave me a job working in their store on Cedar Street and later in Ft. Collins which began my career as a meat cutter. As a child I remember entering their store and being greeted by a familiar and friendly face, by both Mr. and Mrs. Green. What I recall now is the generosity to the people on the westside, offering credit for grocery purchases and their faith in people. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family. May her wonderful memories be that which gets you through this trying time.
We are so saddened to read the passing of Mrs. Green. The Greens where the first to give a line of credit when we need it the most trying to make ends meet while trying to get our college degrees. Both Mr. and Mrs. Green where a great and loving couple. Our prayers go out to their family.
So sad to hear about the passing of Mrs. Green. She was so good to everyone and always greeted you with a smile and a chat. Her and Paul will be missed and may our Lord be forgiving and merciful on their souls. My sympathies and condolences go out to Paula, Pam and the entire family.
My condolences to Miss Emogeens family. I am so happy I had the opportunity to meet her. She was a resident with my mother. I so enjoyed my visits with Emogeen Green from Wade, Oklahoma.
Sorry for your loss, Pam and Paula. I will never forget your mom and dad as a team at the store! Your moms smile will always be ingrained in my mind! Sincere condolences. Pep and Kathy Speiser
Paula and Pam, I am very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I have beautiful memories of both her and your father. I often have thought about their store on the West side on Cedar and on University streets. How could I not. It will always be remembered by me as my first candy store. I remember stopping by with my brother Fred before walking to Lincoln School and after school when we lived on Hodgeman street. Later we lived across from your mom and dad's store on University and we did the same on our way to St Laurence school. Your mother and father's love for each other was clearly visible and I remeber that too. May God's peace be with you all.