Rocky Greene 1948 - 2013

Rockwood "Rocky" Thomas Greene

1948 - 2013

 SPRINGFIELD - Rockwood "Rocky" Thomas Greene, 65, 129 Shaine Circle Springfield lifelong resident died at home on Thursday March 21, 2013. Remembered by many for his athletic abilities while attending, The High School of Commerce. A 1966 graduate; selected "Mr. Commerce", and recipient of the Brotherhood in Action Award. Rocky excelled in sports during his high school years; football, track and wrestling. In football and wrestling he was recognized for being undefeated for three years. Most recently he received acknowledgement for his athletic talents while at Commerce; He was inducted into the Springfield Public High School Hall of Fame Class of 2009. Rocky attended the John F. Kennedy College in Wahoo, NE and UMASS College. He was a member of the St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Springfield. Rocky will be remembered for his charismatic smile, personality and love of arts and Education. Survived by his mother Helen A. Greene, sister Nancy Jones Callands (Thelbert), and one nephew David Jones III; two nieces Laureen M. Jones and Tarra H. Lyons (David), Several great nephews, great nieces and cousins. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday April 3rd, 2013. Calling hours are 10-11 am. Followed by funeral services at 11 am at Henderson Funeral Home 52 Hancock Street Spfld. Ma. Donations can be made in memory of him, to the Springfield Rescue Mission. Further information at www.hendersonsfh.com.