Susie Long Green

In Loving Memory: Susie Long Green (1938–2024) Susie Long Green, a devoted wife, mother, and faithful servant of God, passed away on June 25, 2024, after a life well-lived. Her legacy is etched in the hearts of those who knew her, and her impact will forever resonate. Born in Saint Stephens Church, Virginia on Friday, September 16, 1938 to Herbert and Irene Long. Susie’s journey was marked by love, resilience, and unwavering faith. Let us celebrate her remarkable life. Susie’s educational journey began in King and Queen County, where she graduated from Central High School in the class of 1956. Her thirst for knowledge led her to Virginia Union University in Richmond, Virginia, where she continued to expand her horizons. Susie dedicated over three decades to a distinguished career in accounting. Her unwavering commitment led her to Richfood Distribution, Inc., where she made significant contributions before retiring. Susie’s legacy lives on through her diligent work and the impact she had on her colleagues and the industry. Susie was a faithful servant, and her faith was the cornerstone of her life. As a child, she accepted Christ at New Morning Star Baptist Church in Walkerton, Virginia where she later served as a choir member and deaconess. When she moved to Richmond, she found a new church home at Providence Park Baptist Church, where her voice soared in praise. Her life was one of purpose and devotion. Susie’s love story began when she married Fred Green on December 30, 1968. Their union was a testament to enduring love, lasting fifty-one beautiful years until Fred’s passing. Together, they raised two sons, Boyce, and Kyle, creating a close-knit family filled with cherished memories. Susie was a woman of many passions. Her zest for life was contagious. She loved to sing, tend to her garden, cook delicious meals, explore unfamiliar places, and dine out with loved ones. Her radiant smile never wavered, even in the face of life’s challenges. Susie leaves a legacy of love and lives on through her devoted sons, Kyle Green (Sanaa) and Boyce Green (Charlayne). Her seven adored grandchildren—Christopher, Cade, Devon, Tabatha, Kala, Kodi, and Keon—basked in her love. Three great-grandchildren—Kaylani, Kellen, and Kalil—will carry her spirit forward. As Susie rests from her earthly toil, we find solace in 2 Corinthians 5:8: “To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.” She joins her siblings—Lucile, Ruth, William, Sammy, Robert, and Herbert—in eternal peace. Susie’s impact extended beyond family. Her friends, nieces, nephews, and countless others remember her kindness, laughter, and unwavering support. We honor her memory by continuing to make her proud. Proverbs 31:31 (ESV) “Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.”

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Susie Long Green

September 16, 1938 - June 25, 2024