Hershel Wayne Green

Hershel Wayne Green, age 89, of Fullerton, CA, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, due to complications with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). Hershel was born on March 21, 1932, in Byers, Kansas to Eugene and Mary Green and had five siblings (Virgil Green, Bill Green, Calvin Green, Jack Green and Pearle Green). The family later moved from Greensburg, Kansas to Southgate, California in 1944.

Hershel was drafted into the Army in 1952, during the Korean War, and was honorably discharged in 1955. He later served on active duty for two years and in the Reserve for eight years. During this time, Hershel attended Long Beach State University and graduated in 1957 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education.

In 1992, Hershel married Ann Patrick-Green. Their blended family includes five adult children: Roger Green, Diane Green, Laura Patrick, John Patrick, and Heather Patrick-Orozco and five grandchildren: Denim Verona, Christopher Orozco, Emma Orozco, Jacob Patrick, and Bethany Patrick.

Hershel worked in the music industry for 60 years selling pianos and organs and in 2018 was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Association of Music Merchants. He was also a proud member of the Orange Empire Chorus of Fullerton. He and his wife performed concerts at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library to share their love for music with the community. For many years, Hershel joined his wife, teaching music lessons at Patrick’s Music School of Fullerton.

Hershel loved life and enjoyed every minute of it! He loved his family and his country! He loved music and singing! He always had a positive attitude and touched the lives of many people. We have all been blessed with his presence on earth. Hershel will be deeply missed by family and friends.