In Fond Memory
Johnny Gilbert Green
1942 - 2007

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Security Officer John Green passed away on Saturday, March 10, 2007. In the short five years that he was at NASA's Ames Research Center, Johnny Green became an institution unto himself.  Every single day that Johnny was on duty, he was unfailingly cheerful, ready to greet every last one of us with a broad grin and a kind word and a gentle easing into the workday.

John Green served in the U.S. Navy for 26 years, retiring as a Senior Chief in 1988. During his time in the Navy, he served a tour of duty in Vietnam, was stationed in Japan, and served on multiple aircraft carriers.  His last duty station was NASA Moffett Field.  John also held a Bachelor's Degree in Aeronautics with a minor in Business from Embry-Riddle University in Daytona Beach, FL.  Five years ago, he began employment with SecTek Inc, serving as a Security Officer in support of the Ames Protective Services Office.  During this time, Johnny made a positive impact on every person who entered through a gate he was guarding. His encouraging words, unfailing smile, and energetic signature arm pump will be missed.  Few people have found such simple ways to leave such a lasting impression in the hearts of so many.

On Thursday, March 15, 2007, the United States flags at NASA Ames Research Center were flown at half-staff in honor of John Green.

John's family requested that a service, with military honors, be provided in a location in which all who have been touched by John may attend. Therefore, a memorial service to honor Johnny Green was held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 21, 2007, on the Parade Grounds inside Shenandoah Historic District at the NASA Ames Research Center. Here are some pictures highlighting the services on that day.

• Johnny Green Memorial Service Program
• In Fond memory
• Marv Christensen's eulogy to Johnny
• Bob Dolci’s Comments
• Johnny's Granddaughter's comments
• "Mr. Johnny Green"; a poem by Carla Kearin
• "Ames Lost a Friend"; a poem by Lynne Engelbert

For those interested, a 'Johnny G. Green Memorial Fund' has been set up at the Golden Bay Federal Credit Union.  Donations can be sent to Golden Bay Federal Credit Union, PO Box 1449, Mountain View, CA 94042-1449.