Eddie Green Obituary
In loving memory of Eddie Green (Murphysboro, Illinois), who departed this world on February 8, 2026 at the age of 71. Eddie leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Columbus Green and Fannie Green; his children, Latanya Green and Jason Jacob; and his siblings, Robert "Bud", Johnny, Melvin, Anderson Green, Pearlie Hill, Annie Baptist and Precilla Terrell.
He is survived by: his children, Edward "Eddie" Jacob, Talaine Jacob of Kankakee, IL, Kenyatta "Denise" Orr (Kenneth Orr) of Kankakee, IL, Pearl Howard-Caston, Lakeisha Lee Terrisha (Davis), Jonnisha Bridges-Fulton, Lisa Leggett, Candace and Jessica Watson; his daughter-in-law Suzette Jacob of Kankakee, IL.; his wife Jonnie Green (Bridges); his siblings, Roosevett Green (Helen) of Kankakee, IL., Willie Green (Renee) of Kankakee, IL. and Cecilia Green-Magee of Mandevelle, LA.; his sisters-in-law, Pauline Green of Kankakee and Juanita Green of Kankakee; and his close friends, Clint, Joe Hester and Obie Kennedy, Jr.. He is also survived by one son; two daughters; 3 adopted daughters; 3 bonus daughters; two sons in-laws; one daughter in-law, 22 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
