Irland Green

July 7, 1944 - June 27, 2019

Irland Gale Green, 74, of Ashdown, AR passed away Thursday, June 27, 2019 in Ashdown. He was born July 7, 1944 in Dierks, AR to the late Walter and Eula Green. He was a devoted retiree from Brown & Root where he served 27 years and was recognized for his successful contributions across the nation. He served 14 years in the United States Army & National Guard - DeQueen unit and was a member of Central Baptist Church in Ashdown, AR. Survivors include one son, Quinn Green of DeQueen, AR, two daughters, Adrienne Green of Little Elm, TX and Angela Reed of Harrison, AR, one step-son, Jorge Semerene of Frisco, TX and four grandchildren. Mr. Green was predeceased by his sister Rutha Henry of Conway, AR, his brother Cohen Greene of Ashdown, AR, and his sister Bonnie Brinkley of Ben Lomond, AR. Mr. Green enjoyed his life by appreciating nature, gardening, collecting antiques and traveling. He was a very well known handy-man, a dedicated hard worker and provider to his family. As he was a grill master, he was one to feed those who came to visit and expressed his gratitude with his generous hospitality to friends, family and strangers. No man left his presence in hunger as he would also offer the shirt off his back for those in need. Memorial service will be Saturday, June 6, 2019 at 12:00 PM at Central Baptist Church with Don Embry officiating.