Billy Ray Green

April 20, 1933 - April 22, 2020

Billy Ray Green, passed away on April 22, 2020. Bill was born on April 20, 1933 to James Allen Green and Rosa Belle Green in Gainesville, Florida. After attending Gainesville High School, Bill proudly served in the United States Army. He retired from Gainesville Regional Utilities in 1993, after 33 years with the Water Department. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Elfriede, whom he married while stationed in Germany. Bill and Elfriede rode with the Alachua County Sheriff's Auxiliary Posse. They raised many horses and German Shepherds. Bill is survived by two sisters: Aline King and Geri Swafford. Also, he leaves behind sixteen nieces and nephews with dozens of great and great-great nieces and nephews. All that knew Bill will remember that he loved his family, meeting with friends, music, dancing and his church, Ridgeview Baptist. He had many friends who shared that love with him. Memorial services will be scheduled at a later date, when family and friends can gather to celebrate Bill?s life.