Gussie Mae Green

Gussie Mae Green was born on January 6, 1935, to the late Joe Peterson and the late Ruthshell Peterson.  She was raised by a special aunt the late Cappie May Davis and the late Charlie Davis.  She accepted the lord at an early age, which made a great impact on her life.  She enjoyed working for many people in the community and was known for being kind and gentle.

She loved cooking and sharing with family, friends, and neighbors.  She was very strong and believed in making the best of the hand dealt to her. She believed in focusing on the positive things in life.

Gussie often reflected on her youthful years and the hard work she endured.  She always talked about her parents and siblings.  Even during the latter part of her life, she would name them one by one. At times Gussie couldn't remember drinking a cup of coffee, but she had no problem naming her children and all of their birthdates.  She was proud to tell us about riding on a motorcycle to California with her husband, the fishing and boat rides brought back fond memories to her.  She enjoyed life and embraced it as long as she could.  Most of all, she lived a remarkable life of love, forgiveness, blessing others, and she had an attitude of not complaining.  She would always say, "Whatever will be, will be.

She leaves to cherish her memories her sons: Albert Green Jr. (Conda), Kenneth Green (Bessie), Edward Green, Floyd Green, James Green, Darren Green (Kim), and Jason Green daughters:  Sarah Branham (Peter) and Bridget Smith.  She will be missed by her sisters Doris Hughes (Gary) Ruby Richardson, and Alice Armster; brothers: Willie C. Jones, and Marcus Major; as well as a host of in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, grandchildren, great grandchildren , and numerous friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband: Albert Green Sr. ; daughters Dorothy Williams, and Althea Travis; special grandson Cameron Smith; She had many brothers, sisters, in-laws, and friends that proceded her in death as well.