Center on August 1, 2022. He was born in Blowing Rock,
NC to Opal and Clarence Greene. As a small boy he had
a penchant for mathematics and science. Curiosity
compelled him to take objects apart, often electronics, and
then reassemble them. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and
basketball. After Jim graduated from Blowing Rock High
School he enlisted in the US Navy during the Korean
conflict where he served as an Interior Communications
Electrician aboard the USS Pocono. He married his high
school sweetheart, Naomi Cook, shortly after he joined the
Navy. After serving his country he graduated from
Appalachian State University with a Bachelor of Science
degree. He taught science at Hanes High School and then
began a career at IBM that lasted over twenty-five years.
With IBM he worked as a Field Engineer, System
Engineer, and an Advisory Health Industry Specialist for
numerous computer customers of IBM. Through his work
he met a group of coworkers with whom he became
lifelong friends. He ended his career in Information
Technology at Forsyth Medical Center before retirement.
Jim was very active as a volunteer. During his early career
he worked with Junior Achievement and he was active in
the Old Town Lions Club. After retirement Jim was
involved in retiree activities for Novant Health. He
volunteered at the Health and Wellness Clinic of the Triad
Region at Bethany Baptist Church in Winston-Salem.
Jim is survived by his wife of almost 70 years, Naomi
Cook Greene; two daughters - Terry McGonigal (Mike) of
Venetia, PA, Marsha Johnsrude (Curt) of Winston Salem,
NC; two granddaughters - Emily Sturkie (Stewart) of
Raleigh, NC, Maura McGonigal (Justin Ernst) of
McMurray, PA; and two grandsons - Michael McGonigal Jr
of Pittsburgh, PA, Matthew Johnsrude of Cary, NC.
Predeceasing him are his parents and brother, Clarence
David Greene.
A private service will be held for the family later date.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.voglerfuneralhome.com for the Greene family.
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