Ralph O. Green

Ralph O. Green, son of the late Herlease and Henry Green, was born April 22, 1934 in Baltimore, Maryland.Ralph was affectionately known as “Morocco Reds.” He received his early education in Baltimore City Public Schools. Although he did not graduate, Ralph was a firm believer that education is the key to success. His sister Pearl gives him credit as the motivating force for her going to college and receiving numerous degrees.Ralph attended Faith Baptist Church and Faith Baptist Sunday School as a child along with his brothers. He was one of eight children, five brothers, Edgar, Sam, Elijah, Henry Jr., and Kenneth; two sisters, Pearlie Mae and Ida Mae.Ralph served in the United States Army in the 1960’s. After being discharged, he was employed at Armco Steel, Continental Can and later Bethlehem Steel.Ralph was preceded in death by: his mother, Herlease Green; his father, Henry Green; and two brothers, Kenneth and Elijah Green.Ralph was truly a unique person. He had a charismatic personality. Even in his early years, living on Miller Street, Ralph was known for his wit and his special way with words. He always had a story to tell, and he was able to relate and retell those stories in a colorful and humerous way.Ralph (Reds) was an icon in the 1900 block of Lafayette Avenue. He was frequently seen standing in the door or sitting on the steps, yelling his hellos, making jokes, and letting people know what he wanted.Ralph leaves to cherish his memory: his daughter, Darlene Green; two sisters, Ida Mae and Pearlie Mae (Jamelah Qadir) of Pawcatuck, CT; three brothers, Edgar, Sam and Henry Jr.; five grandchildren, Barry, Roy, Charlitta, Lakisha and Charles; cousin/sister, Edna Wilson; sisters-in-law, Claretta Green; nieces, Angie Saunders, Robin Green, Rhonda Price, Sudana Qadir and Kenya Green; nephews, Edgar, Jr., Lamont, Tony, Rashad (Bumpy) Qadir, Duane Boyd and Sudan Qadir; a host of cousins, a special circle of friends, especially those at Joe Joe’s Barbershop and East Federal Florist.Ralph leaves a legacy of love and special memories. He affected many lives in a positive manner. Ralph was a “behind the scenes” helper, motivator and friend. In the words of his young friends, Eric Hill and Charlie Parker, Reds was a legend and will be truly missed.

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Ralph O. Green

April 22, 1934 - May 31, 2007