Edward C. Greene

Edward C. Greene, Sr., 79, of Longs, SC, passed away on July 5, 2023, in the comfort of his home in the company of his loving wife and family. He was the son of the late Anne (Roche) and John R. Greene.

Ed was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on January 13, 1944. He attended Sacred Heart Grammar School and attended Croft High School. Ed was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy. Not long after returning from the Navy, he was hired at S.N.E.T. where he worked for the next 31 years. Ed was a member of the American Legion Post 503 in Calabash, North Carolina, the Elks Club Lodge 2840 in Little River, South Carolina, and a lifelong member of the VFW Post 7330 in Oakville, Connecticut. He was also a member of the Washington Hill Athletic Club in Waterbury.

Ed was a role model and hero to his four sons, who he taught many life lessons; not by lecture, but by example. He was always willing to lend a hand to his many friends. Ed loved his country and was a man of faith. He attended mass at the Catholic Church of Resurrection in Loris, SC. He was often found working on projects around the house. Ed liked to spend his free time hunting, golfing, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends.

In addition to his wife of 23 years Denise (Pichette) Greene, Ed is survived by his sons Eddie (Sheri), Tony, David (Maritess), Shane, and his faithful dog Levi. Ed was a doting grandfather known as “Poppy” to his four grandchildren, Justin, Connor, Alabama, and Tristan. Ed is also survived by his oldest brother Jack (Shirley), his in-laws, Mary and Judy Greene, Bob Pichette (Joyce), Art Pichette, Rose Richardson (Tom), his former wife Karen, and many nephews and nieces.

Ed was preceded in death by his brothers Jim (Joann), Bob, and Bill.

At the family's request, there will be no calling hours. There will be a memorial mass for Ed on July 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, 74 West Main St., Waterbury, CT. To honor Ed’s memory, he asks that you make a donation to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. (stjude.org)

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.leefhandcrematory.com for the Greene family. Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River is serving the family.