James Edward Green was born Christmas Day, December 25th, 1940, in Salinas, California to Claudia D. (Walker) and Samuel James Green. He passed away Sunday, October 9th, 2022 at his home in Clinton, Oklahoma at the age of 81 years, 9 months and 14 days.

James, known by most as “Jim”, grew up in Salinas, California where he attended school and graduated. Shortly after graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy where he spent a short period of time.

He was married to Amelia Gertrude (Simpson) on December 7th, 1963 in Antioch, California.

After their marriage they made Salinas, California their home and began their family. In 1982 they moved to Clinton, Oklahoma where they opened Green’s Carpet owning and operating it for 37 years. Jim loved running the store, fishing, riding his motorcycle, and working on his cars.

Most of all he loved his grand and greatgrand “fur-babies”.

He is preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Sammie Baldridge.

Jim is survived by his wife of 59 years, Amelia, of the home; 2 daughters; 1 son; 4 granddaughters; 1 grandson; 5 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Graveside services will be held Thursday, October 13th, 2022 at 9:00 AM at Clinton Cemetery officiated by David Cummings. Arrangements are under the direction of Chris Whinery and the staff of Affordable Cremation Service-West. Condolences can be made online at www.classicfunreals. com.