Worthy Edward Greene's Obituary
Worthy Edward Greene, 88, of New London, peacefully passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle. A funeral service to celebrate his life will be held on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in the Stanly Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by Rick Brantley.
Born on April 2, 1937, in Montgomery County, Worthy was the son of the late Isaiah and Gronie Greene. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who lived a life marked by quiet strength, wisdom, and steadfast love for his family.
Worthy retired from Alcoa after many dedicated years of service. He was known for his kind heart, sound advice, and gentle spirit. A man of few words but deep wisdom, he was always committed to his family and loved his wife of 62 years, Mary Frances Greene, unconditionally.
Those left to cherish his memory include his beloved wife, Mary Frances Greene; children, Antonette Greene, Zina Greene, and Worthy Greene Jr.; grandchildren, Shannon Greene (Malcome), Daymein Greene, Mary Ingram, and Isaiah Bennett; and great-grandchildren, Jaylen, Mariah, Makayla, Messiah, Malaysia, Makiyah, Manijah, Malachi, Maison, Kaiser, Marley, and Nigel.
He is also survived by brothers Spurgeon Greene, James Greene (Mildred), and Freddie Greene (Gloria); sisters Susie Lambb and Patty Watson; brothers-in-law, George Currie (Inez), and Lindsey Pryor and close friends, Rose Aliseo, Bobby McDonald, and Rowland Williams.
In addition to his parents, Worthy was preceded in death by his son Franklin Greene and brothers Chester Greene, June Greene, and Woodrow Greene.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Tillery Compassionate Care, 960 N. 1st Street, Albemarle, NC 28001.
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle is honored to be serving the Greene family.
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