Charles Green

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On August 12, 2020, the world lost a real hero. Charles Edward Green, 53, of Freeburg, IL, died in a traffic accident, saving the lives of a full car and the passenger of his. He was born January 14th, 1967, in East Saint Louis, IL to his parents, Charles A. Green and Joyce, nee Dryden, Mirielli.

During his short time in the biosphere of this precious blue planet, Chuck was a U.S. Navy Veteran, an Ordained Minister, wrote a full-length novel, and conceived two amazing boys, Chance and Hunter Green. He was a child at heart with a zest for life.  He was an accomplished grill master, draft beer aficionado, fisherman, hiker, teacher of history, father, son, and best friend to all who would have him. He would give you the shirt off his back, lend an ear, and be there whenever you needed; all you had to do was call.  His gift was being in your life and putting the safety of others before his.  His legacy is those amazing boyz of his.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents.

Surviving are his two sons, Chance Green and Hunter Green;
his best friend-partner in life and mother of his two boyz, Eva Green;
a sister, Paula Elliott;
a nephew, Robert Elliott;
a niece, Jennifer Moore;
and hundreds of family and friends whom he loved and cherished more than life itself.

Memorials may be made to the family in person at the funeral home, sent to their address, or expressed online at www.rennerfh.com.

Visitation:  Friends may visit from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday, August 16, 2020, and from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday, August 17, 2020, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Freeburg, IL. Standard CDC guidelines will be in place upon entrance.

Funeral:  Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, August 17, 2020, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Freeburg, IL.

Burial with military honors will be at Valhalla Gardens of Memory, Belleville, IL.

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7 Comments on Charles Green

Donald Williams said : Guest Report Aug 17, 2020 at 10:42 AM

Chance & Hunter, my name is Don Williams; your Dad and all our friends called me Donnie. I met your Dad my sophomore year along with Scott and Mary who all lived in the same neighborhood. We were all the best of friends and did everything together all the way through high school. I could always depend on your Dad. He moved to Freeburg but we still kept in close touch. I introduced him to a job at the nursing home in Belleville working in the kitchen and we soon invited some of our other friends including Robert. Not too long after Chuck moved he bought a Yamaha 125 Enduro which he faithfully drove to work from Freeburg everyday in any kind of weather. Unfortunately, after your Dad went into the Navy we sort of lost touch. Something that I deeply regret. I did see him a few times upon his return but our lives became busy and time flew by so fast. So stick with your best friends and keep in touch – friendships are so important! I’m so sorry for your loss, Chuck was a great guy. We will all miss him. Don

  • Trenton
  • Illinois
Matt K said : Guest Report Aug 17, 2020 at 9:38 AM

Eva, You and your boys are in my thoughts and prayers. I am sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.

  • Affton
  • MO
Don said : Guest Report Aug 16, 2020 at 5:58 PM

Chuck was my very good friend in high school. We shared many good laughs and boy did we learn a lot! I missed Chuck when he he went away to the armed forces. We didn’t keep in touch as much as I would have liked but he was always in my thoughts. Love you Chuck! Hell of ride buddy.

  • Treton
  • Il
Danna Underhill said : Guest Report Aug 16, 2020 at 4:54 PM

I am so sorry for the loss of this very special man. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May god give you strength during this very difficult time.

  • Belleville
  • Illinois
Chaplain Clara Ushman said : Guest Report Aug 16, 2020 at 3:22 PM

I was honored to assist you at the hospital during this tragedy. You have all been in my prayers. Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted. God's peace be with you.

  • Belleville
  • Illinois
Maui Sherwood said : Guest Report Aug 14, 2020 at 3:05 PM

Heartfelt condolences and prayers to all the family for strength at this difficult time of loss.

  • Ft Worth
  • TX
Julie Wakefield said : Guest Report Aug 14, 2020 at 2:48 PM

Chuck was such a great guy with an outlook on life that was noteworthy. He had big dreams and loved his boys, especially when he could share an adventure with them. We'll miss him. Chuck was one of a kind. Big hugs and love to Eva, Chance and Hunter. We love you guys!

  • Belleville
  • Illinois

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