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Harlen Don Greene, 77, of Cape Coral, passed away Monday, March 18, 2024.
He was born November 26, 1946 in Watauga County, NC to the late Roby Don and Ethel Fletcher Greene. Harlen graduated from Watauga High School in 1965 and from NC State in 1969. Harlen worked as a Engineer for Storage Technology and IBM.
Harlen was a former member of Community in Christ, Presbyterian where he was a Youth Leader for several years. He was currently a member Faith Presbyterian in Cape Coral, FL where he was active with Habitat for Humanity. He was a member of Forest Oaks Country Club in Greensboro, and a Greensboro Jaycee.
Harlen enjoyed woodworking, boating, fishing, playing golf and spending time with family and friends. He loved spending time with his friends and family.
Harlen is survived by his wife Jan Sorrell Greene, whom he married July 13, 1968; son, Harlen Don Greene, Jr. of Boone, NC; daughter, Heather Jones and husband Tommy of Salisbury; granddaughter, Haley Sorrell Greene; grandson, Phoenix Stephen Greene; sister, Judy Greene South of Boone; brother-in-law, Jimmy Rouse of Greenville, NC; and three nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Community in Christ, Presbyterian on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:00 am with Rev. Brian McFarland, officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Youth at Community in Christ, Presbyterian 5401 Liberty Road Greensboro NC 27406 or The V Foundation 14600 Weston Parkway Cary, NC 27513, www.v.org.
Carolina Cremation is honored to serve the Greene family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Mickey (Seaward)Martindale says
I do remember Harlan. So sorry to hear of Harlan’s passing. We were in classes together throughout high school and I have fond memories of those times😇
Sam and judie says
Harland and Jan have been friends of ours for 40 plus years. Their family and ours grew up together. The fond memories are too numerous to list. Harland lives in our hearts now until we meet again and resume the bond.
The Byers family sends our love and sympathy.
Nancy Bain says
One 1️⃣ of to he nicest men I ever knew. I never heard him say anything negative about anyone.
Harlan was always a gentleman. He even taught my children to water ski!
He would ll surely be missed!
Christen Sneed says
Harlan was a kind, patient and funny person who was one of my favorite Jaycee parents.. he was definitely one of the good ones. He will truly be missed.
Sending hugs and prayers to everyone.
❤ The Sneed family
Earl Finster says
Earl Finster
Though I only knew Harlan and his wife Jan I found they both to be very honorable people. I talked and prayed for Harlan every day I knew him.
Mr. & Mrs. Howard Myers says
Harlen was the kindest soul we have ever met.
I walked up to Harlen on a cruise ship as he was wearing his NC State shirt. I am a Tarheel fan!
We immediately hit it off and my wife and I met Jan! Needless to say we were eating dinner for the rest of the cruise. We kept in touch over the years. We were meant to meet each other. Our prayers go out to Jan and her family.
Marilyn Roberts-Pope says
Jan and family… my deepest condolences… Harlan was such a nice guy and he will be missed by all… Love to you …
Carolyn Brickey says
Dear Jan, Harlen, Jr, Heather, Tommy and Grands,
Troy and I are so sorry to hear of Harlen’s passing. You have been in our thoughts and prayers. Harlen was one of the good guys. He always had a smile on his face.
We love you guys, and pray God is keeping you in his loving arms during this difficult time. We will see you on the 18th.
Love you all,
Troy and Carolyn Brickey
Jean and Anna Reniers says
Dear Jan and family members. We will be keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers especially today during the Memorial Service for Harlen. May God bless you with strength, hope and peace today and always. Harlen was richly blessed to have had a loving and caring family like yours. Sincerely, Jean and Anna
Cecil Boren says
Jan, so sorry to hear of Harlan’s passing. Our paths haven’t crossed in the last few years, but I always cherished our friendship. Prayers to you & your family.