Jack Michael “Mike” Green, aged 73, of Timpson, TX, passed away on January 24, 2025, at 2:54am, in Nacogdoches, TX.
A funeral service will take place at Woodland Christian Church in Timpson, TX, on January 29th at 2pm, officiated by Mike’s son, Pastor Kyle Green of New Life First Baptist Church in Krum, TX. Burial will follow at Tennessee Cemetery in Tennessee Community, TX. Visitation is scheduled for January 28th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Taylor Funeral Home, which will be handling the funeral arrangements.
Born on September 1, 1951, in Timpson, TX, Mike was the son of John Perry and Jaunita Green. He graduated from Timpson High School in 1969 and continued his education at Panola College. While in high school, Mike met the love of his life, Barbara Hudman, and they were married on February 20, 1970, enjoying 54 wonderful years together. During his high school years, Mike also made history as Timpson’s first All-State Football player.
Mike had a successful career in the construction industry, serving as a general superintendent and retiring from Charter Builders in 2012. Throughout his career, he received numerous awards from the Association of General Contractors in recognition of his outstanding safety practices and project achievements.
He had a passion for fishing, building, and restoring classic cars. Family time was especially cherished, particularly during Christmas when all the children and grandchildren gathered together.
Mike was an active member of Woodland Christian Church, where he attended with Barbara. He played a key role in the church's expansion and often enjoyed performing Christmas specials alongside his wife and children.
Mike is survived by:
Beloved wife, Barbara, of Timpson
Children:
Craig Green and wife Gracie of Tenaha
Kerry Thrift and husband Mike of Timpson
Misty Hudspeth and husband Jerry of BoBo Community
Kyle Green and wife Amanda of Krum, TX
Ten grandchildren: Shelby, Tristan, Tylor, Kaela, Bobbie, Alex, Aiden, Brylie, Adria, and Camryn
Along with numerous great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Perry Green and Jaunita Rhodes Green; brother, Jerry Green; and grandchildren, Brayden and Jake Hudspeth.
Services are under the direction of Taylor Funeral Home, Timpson, Texas.
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