Remembering ....
John Lucius Green, Sr.
"Everything is going to be okay, just remember to put God first and take it one day at a time."
This was one of his many wise sayings of John Lucius Green, Sr. Known to his friends and colleagues as John or Green, to his devoted wife as John, to his children as Daddy, and to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren--he was simply, Crock.
Born in the Fall of 1936, the son of McKella Kirby and James Garrett, John Lucius was immersed in a rich musical tradition. As a young member of a vocal quartet, John's smooth voice stood out. He continued to pursue music becoming one of the most well-known musicians and band directors in Nashville. with a humorous and fun-loving personality, John was adored by many especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who depended on his wisdom and loved his funny stories.
Raised by his mother and stepfather James Newman, in the East Nashville community of Rock City. He attended Davidson County schools. John accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at First Baptist Church South Inglewood. He had many influences that shaped his strong work ethic, including the uncles who helped raise and mold him. He attended Haynes High School, where he met his lifelong love, Katherine, both members of the class of 1954. John also played high school football. After graduation, he and Kathering were married on January 11, 1955.
John attended Tennessee Agricultural & Industrial State University, where he was a member of the original Aristocrat of Bands. He pledged Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated in 1956. He earned both a bachelor's (1958) and a master's degree (1965) in music education. John obtained his first band director's job in Shelbyville, Tennessee at Bedford County Training School, so the young couple commuted between Shelbyville and Nashville with their two children, John Jr. and Jewell. After a few years, John was hired to teach school in the Metro Nashville Public School system and the couple settled into their current home in northwest Nashville.
As an educator for more than four decades, teaching elementary, middle and high school bands, and earning countless accolades from colleagues and administrators. John continued his commitment to music education by teaching band at F. H. Jenkins --, a local private school for nearly 20 years, and operating summer band camps for underprivileged youth.
John is part of the rich rhythm and blues legacy of Music City and written into American music history. In the late 1950's and throughout the 1960's, he performed as a vocalist and master saxophone player with the house band of the famous New Era Club. The band was also one of the original acts on the 1960's television show, Night Train to Nashville, a live performance show featuring local bands that predated Soul Train by nearly a decade. He is one of the founding members of the legendary New Imperials, a group formed from members of the famous Imperials. John performed with the New Imperials for more than four decades, counting its members Dillard Montgomery, James 'Watt' Watkins, James 'Nick' Nixon, Jimmy Otey, and the late Harry Allen among his closest friends. He had numerous friends in the music industry and was also a mentor to many famed musicians and countless others--certainly too many to name.
A renowned musician, John performed with many famous acts, such as country artist Eddie Rabbit, R & B legend Sam Cooke, and is listed as a Legendary Musician at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Most recently he could be found playing at local churches, Clark Memorial UMC, and The Temple Church.
John was preceded in death by his son John Jr., grandson Justin, and sister Ella Ruth Curry. He leaves to mourn, his wife Katherine, daughter Jewell (Timothy) Winn, sister Jamesetta (Frank) Otis, stepmother Louise Garrett, grandchildren LaKisha Green, John-Paul Green of Atlanta, GA, Cliche' (William) Putnam of Nigra Falls, NY, Kanetha (Rontrell) Callahan, Kerry (Tamara) Frazier, Jr., step-grandchildren Carlos (Juanita) Calloway of Nashville, TN and Stephen (Tamara) allway of Richmond, Virginia; great-grandchildren Isaiah Williams, Kyla, McKenzie, Kennedy, and Gwyneth Green, Rhymes, Lyric, Ryithm, and Psalms Frazier; Kiznie Faith Callahan, Jakera Pressley, and Kamari Putnam; aunt Lois Garrett; devoted nephews Robert (Dorcas) Curry, Jr. and Gerald (Gloria) Curry along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
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Obituary of John Lucius Green, Sr.
John Lucius Green, Sr.
"Everything is going to be okay, just remember to put God first and take it one day at a time."
This was one of his many wise sayings of John Lucius Green, Sr. Known to his friends and colleagues as John or Green, to his devoted wife as John, to his children as Daddy, and to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren--he was simply, Crock.
Born in the Fall of 1936, the son of McKella Kirby and James Garrett, John Lucius was immersed in a rich musical tradition. As a young member of a vocal quartet, John's smooth voice stood out. He continued to pursue music becoming one of the most well-known musicians and band directors in Nashville. with a humorous and fun-loving personality, John was adored by many especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who depended on his wisdom and loved his funny stories.
Raised by his mother and stepfather James Newman, in the East Nashville community of Rock City. He attended Davidson County schools. John accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at First Baptist Church South Inglewood. He had many influences that shaped his strong work ethic, including the uncles who helped raise and mold him. He attended Haynes High School, where he met his lifelong love, Katherine, both members of the class of 1954. John also played high school football. After graduation, he and Kathering were married on January 11, 1955.
John attended Tennessee Agricultural & Industrial State University, where he was a member of the original Aristocrat of Bands. He pledged Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated in 1956. He earned both a bachelor's (1958) and a master's degree (1965) in music education. John obtained his first band director's job in Shelbyville, Tennessee at Bedford County Training School, so the young couple commuted between Shelbyville and Nashville with their two children, John Jr. and Jewell. After a few years, John was hired to teach school in the Metro Nashville Public School system and the couple settled into their current home in northwest Nashville.
As an educator for more than four decades, teaching elementary, middle and high school bands, and earning countless accolades from colleagues and administrators. John continued his commitment to music education by teaching band at F. H. Jenkins --, a local private school for nearly 20 years, and operating summer band camps for underprivileged youth.
John is part of the rich rhythm and blues legacy of Music City and written into American music history. In the late 1950's and throughout the 1960's, he performed as a vocalist and master saxophone player with the house band of the famous New Era Club. The band was also one of the original acts on the 1960's television show, Night Train to Nashville, a live performance show featuring local bands that predated Soul Train by nearly a decade. He is one of the founding members of the legendary New Imperials, a group formed from members of the famous Imperials. John performed with the New Imperials for more than four decades, counting its members Dillard Montgomery, James 'Watt' Watkins, James 'Nick' Nixon, Jimmy Otey, and the late Harry Allen among his closest friends. He had numerous friends in the music industry and was also a mentor to many famed musicians and countless others--certainly too many to name.
A renowned musician, John performed with many famous acts, such as country artist Eddie Rabbit, R & B legend Sam Cooke, and is listed as a Legendary Musician at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Most recently he could be found playing at local churches, Clark Memorial UMC, and The Temple Church.
John was preceded in death by his son John Jr., grandson Justin, and sister Ella Ruth Curry. He leaves to mourn, his wife Katherine, daughter Jewell (Timothy) Winn, sister Jamesetta (Frank) Otis, stepmother Louise Garrett, grandchildren LaKisha Green, John-Paul Green of Atlanta, GA, Cliche' (William) Putnam of Nigra Falls, NY, Kanetha (Rontrell) Callahan, Kerry (Tamara) Frazier, Jr., step-grandchildren Carlos (Juanita) Calloway of Nashville, TN and Stephen (Tamara) allway of Richmond, Virginia; great-grandchildren Isaiah Williams, Kyla, McKenzie, Kennedy, and Gwyneth Green, Rhymes, Lyric, Ryithm, and Psalms Frazier; Kiznie Faith Callahan, Jakera Pressley, and Kamari Putnam; aunt Lois Garrett; devoted nephews Robert (Dorcas) Curry, Jr. and Gerald (Gloria) Curry along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
SOURCE:
Obituary of John Lucius Green, Sr.
Remembering ....
John Lucius Green, Sr.
"Everything is going to be okay, just remember to put God first and take it one day at a time."
This was one of his many wise sayings of John Lucius Green, Sr. Known to his friends and colleagues as John or Green, to his devoted wife as John, to his children as Daddy, and to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren--he was simply, Crock.
Born in the Fall of 1936, the son of McKella Kirby and James Garrett, John Lucius was immersed in a rich musical tradition. As a young member of a vocal quartet, John's smooth voice stood out. He continued to pursue music becoming one of the most well-known musicians and band directors in Nashville. with a humorous and fun-loving personality, John was adored by many especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who depended on his wisdom and loved his funny stories.
Raised by his mother and stepfather James Newman, in the East Nashville community of Rock City. He attended Davidson County schools. John accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at First Baptist Church South Inglewood. He had many influences that shaped his strong work ethic, including the uncles who helped raise and mold him. He attended Haynes High School, where he met his lifelong love, Katherine, both members of the class of 1954. John also played high school football. After graduation, he and Kathering were married on January 11, 1955.
John attended Tennessee Agricultural & Industrial State University, where he was a member of the original Aristocrat of Bands. He pledged Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated in 1956. He earned both a bachelor's (1958) and a master's degree (1965) in music education. John obtained his first band director's job in Shelbyville, Tennessee at Bedford County Training School, so the young couple commuted between Shelbyville and Nashville with their two children, John Jr. and Jewell. After a few years, John was hired to teach school in the Metro Nashville Public School system and the couple settled into their current home in northwest Nashville.
As an educator for more than four decades, teaching elementary, middle and high school bands, and earning countless accolades from colleagues and administrators. John continued his commitment to music education by teaching band at F. H. Jenkins --, a local private school for nearly 20 years, and operating summer band camps for underprivileged youth.
John is part of the rich rhythm and blues legacy of Music City and written into American music history. In the late 1950's and throughout the 1960's, he performed as a vocalist and master saxophone player with the house band of the famous New Era Club. The band was also one of the original acts on the 1960's television show, Night Train to Nashville, a live performance show featuring local bands that predated Soul Train by nearly a decade. He is one of the founding members of the legendary New Imperials, a group formed from members of the famous Imperials. John performed with the New Imperials for more than four decades, counting its members Dillard Montgomery, James 'Watt' Watkins, James 'Nick' Nixon, Jimmy Otey, and the late Harry Allen among his closest friends. He had numerous friends in the music industry and was also a mentor to many famed musicians and countless others--certainly too many to name.
A renowned musician, John performed with many famous acts, such as country artist Eddie Rabbit, R & B legend Sam Cooke, and is listed as a Legendary Musician at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Most recently he could be found playing at local churches, Clark Memorial UMC, and The Temple Church.
John was preceded in death by his son John Jr., grandson Justin, and sister Ella Ruth Curry. He leaves to mourn, his wife Katherine, daughter Jewell (Timothy) Winn, sister Jamesetta (Frank) Otis, stepmother Louise Garrett, grandchildren LaKisha Green, John-Paul Green of Atlanta, GA, Cliche' (William) Putnam of Nigra Falls, NY, Kanetha (Rontrell) Callahan, Kerry (Tamara) Frazier, Jr., step-grandchildren Carlos (Juanita) Calloway of Nashville, TN and Stephen (Tamara) allway of Richmond, Virginia; great-grandchildren Isaiah Williams, Kyla, McKenzie, Kennedy, and Gwyneth Green, Rhymes, Lyric, Ryithm, and Psalms Frazier; Kiznie Faith Callahan, Jakera Pressley, and Kamari Putnam; aunt Lois Garrett; devoted nephews Robert (Dorcas) Curry, Jr. and Gerald (Gloria) Curry along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
SOURCE:
Obituary of John Lucius Green, Sr.
John Lucius Green, Sr.
"Everything is going to be okay, just remember to put God first and take it one day at a time."
This was one of his many wise sayings of John Lucius Green, Sr. Known to his friends and colleagues as John or Green, to his devoted wife as John, to his children as Daddy, and to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren--he was simply, Crock.
Born in the Fall of 1936, the son of McKella Kirby and James Garrett, John Lucius was immersed in a rich musical tradition. As a young member of a vocal quartet, John's smooth voice stood out. He continued to pursue music becoming one of the most well-known musicians and band directors in Nashville. with a humorous and fun-loving personality, John was adored by many especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who depended on his wisdom and loved his funny stories.
Raised by his mother and stepfather James Newman, in the East Nashville community of Rock City. He attended Davidson County schools. John accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at First Baptist Church South Inglewood. He had many influences that shaped his strong work ethic, including the uncles who helped raise and mold him. He attended Haynes High School, where he met his lifelong love, Katherine, both members of the class of 1954. John also played high school football. After graduation, he and Kathering were married on January 11, 1955.
John attended Tennessee Agricultural & Industrial State University, where he was a member of the original Aristocrat of Bands. He pledged Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated in 1956. He earned both a bachelor's (1958) and a master's degree (1965) in music education. John obtained his first band director's job in Shelbyville, Tennessee at Bedford County Training School, so the young couple commuted between Shelbyville and Nashville with their two children, John Jr. and Jewell. After a few years, John was hired to teach school in the Metro Nashville Public School system and the couple settled into their current home in northwest Nashville.
As an educator for more than four decades, teaching elementary, middle and high school bands, and earning countless accolades from colleagues and administrators. John continued his commitment to music education by teaching band at F. H. Jenkins --, a local private school for nearly 20 years, and operating summer band camps for underprivileged youth.
John is part of the rich rhythm and blues legacy of Music City and written into American music history. In the late 1950's and throughout the 1960's, he performed as a vocalist and master saxophone player with the house band of the famous New Era Club. The band was also one of the original acts on the 1960's television show, Night Train to Nashville, a live performance show featuring local bands that predated Soul Train by nearly a decade. He is one of the founding members of the legendary New Imperials, a group formed from members of the famous Imperials. John performed with the New Imperials for more than four decades, counting its members Dillard Montgomery, James 'Watt' Watkins, James 'Nick' Nixon, Jimmy Otey, and the late Harry Allen among his closest friends. He had numerous friends in the music industry and was also a mentor to many famed musicians and countless others--certainly too many to name.
A renowned musician, John performed with many famous acts, such as country artist Eddie Rabbit, R & B legend Sam Cooke, and is listed as a Legendary Musician at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Most recently he could be found playing at local churches, Clark Memorial UMC, and The Temple Church.
John was preceded in death by his son John Jr., grandson Justin, and sister Ella Ruth Curry. He leaves to mourn, his wife Katherine, daughter Jewell (Timothy) Winn, sister Jamesetta (Frank) Otis, stepmother Louise Garrett, grandchildren LaKisha Green, John-Paul Green of Atlanta, GA, Cliche' (William) Putnam of Nigra Falls, NY, Kanetha (Rontrell) Callahan, Kerry (Tamara) Frazier, Jr., step-grandchildren Carlos (Juanita) Calloway of Nashville, TN and Stephen (Tamara) allway of Richmond, Virginia; great-grandchildren Isaiah Williams, Kyla, McKenzie, Kennedy, and Gwyneth Green, Rhymes, Lyric, Ryithm, and Psalms Frazier; Kiznie Faith Callahan, Jakera Pressley, and Kamari Putnam; aunt Lois Garrett; devoted nephews Robert (Dorcas) Curry, Jr. and Gerald (Gloria) Curry along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
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Obituary of John Lucius Green, Sr.
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