Jesse Lee Greene

Jesse Lee Greene, 73, of Carlsbad, New Mexico passed away on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at Landsun Homes in Carlsbad. Born on July 15, 1938 in Malaga, NM to Verna and Clifford Greene. Jesse spent his childhood in Malaga and Loving and surrounding areas. Jesse enlisted in the Navy on July 20, 1955. He served aboard the USS Helena as a Gunners Mate 3rd Class. One of his missions was a one year trip around the world. He was also a member of the UDT's, Underwater Demolitions Team, where he participated in many rescues and recoveries of service members and civilians. After an Honorable Discharge from the Navy in 1960, Jesse returned to Carlsbad, where he began his career with PCA, Potash Company of America, where he worked for 33 years. At the time of his retirement in 1993 he was the Loading Dock Supervisor. He enjoyed his retirement by playing golf, woodworking in his shop, watching Dallas Cowboys football and traveling to many destinations. One of his favorite locations was Laughlin, Nevada where he enjoyed casino gambling and the serenity of the Colorado River. Known for his great singing voice, Jesse loved karaoke and hosting and participating in "Jam sessions" whenever possible. Jesse joined the Carlsbad Elks Lodge # 1558 in 1960. He was a lifetime member who served on numerous committees and devoted many hours to the Elks Lodge. Jesse was chosen as "Elk of the Year" in 1992-1993. Jesse Lee is survived by his wife, Peggy Greene of Carlsbad; siblings: RC and Linda Greene of Blanco, CO, Wayne and Eiline Greene of Mora, NM, Bill and Shirley Greene of Carlsbad, NM, Norma DePew of Oklahoma, Dora and Chuck Laws of Malaga, NM, Dorris Holdren of Idalou, TX, Judy and Billy Jack Law of Lovington, NM; children: Don Greene of New Orleans, LA, Donna Greene of Carlsbad, NM, Marvin and Debbie Walker, Mervin and Tina Walker, Billy and Lynnette Walker, Juanita and Rick Bailey and Phyllis Walker all of Carlsbad, NM, Roy and Karleena Beeson of Amarillo, TX, Richard Beeson of Carlsbad, NM, Tina and Neil O'Mahoney of San Antonio, TX and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces and cousins. Jesse Lee was preceded in death by his mother, Verna Greene; father, Clifford Greene; brother, Joe Greene; sister, Mary Faye Greene and grandsons: Bobby Bailey and Ricky Bailey, Jr. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, August 15, 2011 at 3:00 PM at the Carlsbad Elks Lodge Ballroom at 1558 Elk Drive, Carlsbad, NM, where family and friends can share in their wonderful stories and memories of Jesse Lee Greene. Carlsbad Veteran Honor Guard will provide military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to BPO Elks Lodge # 1508, 1558 Elk, Carlsbad, NM 88220. Condolences may be expressed at denton.com.