In Memoriam : James Greene

James Greene James Michael "Mike" Greene - age: 67
(September 10, 1942 to February 22, 2010 )
Resident of Idabel, Oklahoma

Visitation Information:
VISITATION: 5:00 P.M. TO 6:00 P.M., WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2010
NORWOOD-NATION FUNERAL HOME-IDABEL, OKLAHOMA

SERVICES: 2:00 P.M., THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010
BY PASS CHURCH OF CHRIST-IDABEL


INTERMENT: DENISON CEMETERY, IDABEL, OKLAHOMA

Obituary:
James Michael "Mike" Greene passed away suddenly on February 22, 2010. He was born in Stillwell, Oklahoma on September 10, 1942, to Lawton Vance and Ruby Lee Greene, both of whom preceded his in death.
Mike is survived by loving wife, Susan Greene of Idabel, OK and his son,
Michael Greene of Dallas, Texas, Also surviving are Aunt Wilma Greene, cousins, Linda Owens and Jim Greene of Colorado Springs, CO. Mike also leaves behind stepdaughter, Kara Richardson of Broken Bow, OK and many close friends and colleagues.
Mike graduated from Idabel Gray High School in 1960. He served in the United States Air Force where he was selected to participate in the Apollo-Gemini Space Program. After serving his country, Mike returned to Idabel and joined his father, Vance, in the banking business. Mike became a 32nd
degree and Past Grand Master along side of his father.
In November 1975, Mike lost his Mother, Ruby at the OU/Nebraska Football game. As a result of her sudden death, Mike devoted his life to Emergency Services in McCurtain County helping start the first public Ambulance Service in the county. Mike was also a police officier in Broken Bow, a fireman in Idabel and later, Fire Marshall. While at the Idabel Fire Department, Mike was appointed as McCurtain County Civil Defense Director. After several years at that post, he became an Oklahoma State Fire Marshall. Upon retiring from the State Fire Marshall's office, he returned to serve as Executive Director of The Emergency Medical Services Authority of McCurtain COunty. Mike served a long term on the McCurtain County Hospital Board, was on the Oklahoma Emergency Medical Service Advisory Council from 1994 to present.





David Wall - February 23, 2010Contact this person Contact this person
Susan, So sorry to hear about Mike. Classes of 59, 60, & 61 notified via e-mail. Can't make visitation, but will be there for the funeral. Love to you, Dave Wall


Vonni Coleman - February 23, 2010Contact this person Contact this person
Michael, haven't seen you in years, but I want you to know that I have often thought of you. Kara, I also know that you and Mike had a good relationship, and for the both of you, I pray peace in your hearts. Mike was always good to me, at the Greenhouse, I always respected his and what he stood for. I can't be there now, but I want you to know that my spirit and prayers are there to support you. Love you both. Vonni (Garrett) Coleman


Linda Sands-Roberts - February 23, 2010Contact this person Contact this person
I'm so sorry for the loss of Uncle Mike. I have so many good memories of him and I loved him so very much he was always so sweet to me. Michael I would love to give you a hug all my love Little Linda


Ron Dossey - February 23, 2010Contact this person Contact this person
Many fond memories of the Mike and his family flooded thru my mind tonight. He will leave a void in all of us because he gave so much of himself for all of us. My prayers are with Susan and all the family.


Gaylon Maddox - February 24, 2010Contact this person Contact this person
Michael and Family- Just a note to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. The shock of death being so sudden is hard to grasp. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Be strong and may God's strength be felt. Gaylon


Byron Hollander - February 24, 2010Contact this person Contact this person
Susan and family. Terribly sorry to learn of Mike's death. I had the pleasure of working with Mike for several years while serving as State Fire Marshall for the State of Oklahoma. Mike was a very unique person and his memory and friendship will always have a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you.


Todd Gilbert - February 24, 2010Contact this person Contact this person
What can I say about someone that meant so much to me and my family. I have laughed with him and used his shoulders for crying many times throughout my life. He and my father have given me many wonderful memories. He has always been there for me, at all my lifes milestones Mike was always there and I will miss that very much. He was a second father to me. If it weren't for Mike I would not be where I am today, I hope I made him proud. Its very hard to put into words the feelings that I have for him, but he always has, and forever will be a person that I respected and that I love very much.


Rod & Pam Pratt - February 25, 2010Contact this person Contact this person
To the family of Mike Greene, We are really sorry for your loss. It is a great loss to us all. Mike was really special to Rod and I. We enjoyed our visits with him. May God comfort all of you and remember Mike will live on with every memory we have of him. God Bless You All.


Perry & JoAnn Scott - February 6, 2011Contact this person Contact this person
Mike, was always and true and honest friend that I miss very much. He always gave the best advice. When you visited with Mike, he had a way of making everything OK. He saw the good in people. Mike is missed and loved by so many.