John (Sam) Green (20 Aug 1944 - 18 Oct 2022)

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John (Sam)The Fire Fighters Charity

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John (Sam)RNLI - Royal National Lifeboat Institution

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Location
Southend Crematorium Sutton Road Southend on Sea SS2 5PX
Date
24th Nov 2022
Time
2pm
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In loving memory of John ‘Sam’ Green who passed away peacefully on 18th October surrounded by his family.

John joined the fire service when he was 19 and was affectionately known as ‘Sam’ throughout his service. It was a career he both loved and respected and was lucky to have made lifelong friends along the way.

Many of you may know that John was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2020. This came as a huge shock to the family and as someone who loved life he found illness unbearable. That said, he lived for his family and was determined to live life to the full. Many fun times were had along the way and memories made that will last a lifetime. He was determined to attend his Granddaughter’s wedding on Saturday 15th October which he managed to do.

John (Sam) leaves behind his wife of 56 years Cheryl, who lovingly cared for him throughout. Your kind wishes, cards and flowers have been a huge comfort to her and she has asked to express her sincere thanks.
John also leaves behind his four children – Nicola, Alan, Stuart and James, nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Every one of us were lucky to have an individual relationship with him and he was truly at his happiest when surrounded by family. We will all miss him immensely but are thankful for his love throughout our lives.

John’s funeral will be held at Southend Crematorium on Thursday 24th November at 1400 hrs. All who knew John/Sam are very welcome to attend. Afterwards we would love you to join us in celebrating his life at Southend Fire Station.

If you would like to send flowers you would be very welcome however if you wish to make charity donation in memory of John then please do. John’s chosen charities are:

• The Fire Fighter’s Charity – a charity which helps serving and retired firefighters in need of respite of convalescence due to illness

• The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) which was a charity John supported and admired throughout his life.

With sincere thanks from all the family x x x

Cherylyn Buckley donated £50 in memory of John
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Sheila Crosby donated £30 in memory of John

Sadly missed. RIP John 💙 love from Sheila x

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Dawn Wilson donated £50 in memory of John

John one of the Best. Missed and loved by many. Love Dawn, Chris, Luke, Jodie & Sam. RIP 💙x

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Fay Barwell donated £90 in memory of John

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Fay Barwell donated in memory of John

From friends and neighbours of belfairs park drive x

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Mandy & Jon Green donated in memory of John

In memory of Johnn

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Adam & Maxine Howard donated £20 in memory of John

RIP Uncle John

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Adam & Maxine Howard donated £20 in memory of John

RIP Uncle John

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Paul Seaney donated £30 in memory of John

RIP John, lovely chap ❤️ xx

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Michelle & Graham Main donated £20 in memory of John

In memory of a true gent. RIP John.

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Steve Woodward donated £25 in memory of John

A true gentleman, colleague and friend, who will be sorely missed.

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Michael Burles donated £30 in memory of John

Very sad to see John go. Lovely man.

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Nigel Larken donated £40 in memory of John

Rest well Sam, Thank you for the great memories spent with you on white watch Basildon. Thinking of you & your family at this sad time.

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Jay Beaton donated £50 in memory of John

Sleep tight Grandad, you’ll always be in my heart ❤️

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Jeremy Willson wrote

Always a pleasure meeting an absolute gentleman.
RIP John.

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Brian & Barbara Cook donated £50 in memory of John

In memory of John

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Rick Wood donated in memory of John

RIP Sam always a pleasure to spend time with you.

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Maggie Charlick donated £30 in memory of John
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Michael & Ann Cook donated £50 in memory of John

In memory of John (Sam) Green.

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Michael & Ann Cook donated £50 in memory of John

In memory of John (Sam) Green.

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Raymond,Renny,Georgi and Emma Brown donated £40 in memory of John

John was a great man and brother in law who would do anything for anyone, rest in peace John

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Denise Page donated £20 in memory of John

RIP John true gent 🙏

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Lorraine Ball donated £30 in memory of John

RIP John xx

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Lorraine Ball wrote

God bless, RIP our lovely friend 💕xx

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Bob Rose wrote

RIP my good friend Sam. We spent a lot of time together in the Fire Service and a lot of time socially together during the time we were stationed together at Basildon on White watch. Sandy and I cherish the memories from that time. All our love to Cheryl and the family ❤️❤️❤️

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