John E. Green

July 12, 1946 - February 16, 2021

John Edward Green, age 74 of Farwell, MI, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Covenant Healthcare in Saginaw, MI. John was born the son of the late Charles F. and Marian (Marson) Green on July 12, 1946 in Detroit. After high school, John enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served his country during the Vietnam War as a Boiler Fireman aboard the vessel USS John Willis DE-1027 from 1966-1970. He achieved the rank of Petty Officer 3rd Class and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. He was then transferred to the Naval Reserve until his Honorable discharge in 1973. His love of naval ships continued throughout his life. As a civilian, John had worked as a Printing Press Operator for Deluxe Check Printers for over 29 years. This is were he met his beautiful wife to be. He was united in marriage to Diane L. Burczykowski on October 20, 1973 in Detroit. He and Diane settled down in Redford, MI, to begin their life together and raise three children. In 1994, the family moved to Olathe, KS, when John's company relocated. Upon retirement, it was time to come back home, so he moved the family to Farwell from Olathe in 2000. John was very involved in activities with his children. He was a Cookie Dad with the Girl Scouts, and an Assistant Scout Master with the Boy Scouts. He coached their Little League Baseball and Softball teams, and was an active Band Dad. He enjoyed all the local sports teams and had a deep love for Detroit Tigers baseball and Professional Wrestling. As a lover of nature, John was a member of the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. He enjoyed many outdoor activities including hunting and fishing. He was a railroad enthusiast. He liked watching "cowboy movies" and films about WWII, and listened to country music. He enjoyed gardening, time with his dogs, and loved an ice cold Pepsi. John is survived by his wife of 47 years, Diane, children: Laurie (Jason) Bonneville of Cottondale, AL, Michael (Laurie) Green of Farmington Hills, MI, and Leanne Green of Farwell, grandchildren: Jacek, Averie, and Macie Bonneville, sister: Mary (Robert) Karr of Oscoda, MI, sister-in-law: Barbara Green of Canton, MI, and many nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his siblings Charles Green II and Julie Green. Visitation will be held on Monday, February 22, 2021 at the Clare Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home from 1:00-3:00 P.M. The wearing of masks and social distancing will be encouraged. Services will be private for his family. Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. On-line condolences may be left at www.stephenson-wyman.com.