Melton T. Green

Melton Thomas Green, 82, of Bradley, IL, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at Miller Healthcare Center, Kankakee, IL.Mel was born April 20, 1943 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri to Thomas and Thelma (Lizenbee) Green. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, whom he married on June 29, 1968 in Bradley, IL. Also surviving are his son, Tim (Lynnette) Green and daughter, Lisa Hall. Surviving grandchildren are Jordan and Jade Green and Zoe and Milo Hall, as well as several nieces and nephews. Ann Stephenson is a special “adopted mom.” He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Dorris Bauer and granddaughter, Lydia Rose Green. Mel graduated from Kankakee High School in 1961. Mel proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War (1965-1967). He worked at Kankakee Roper before retiring as a custodian at Bourbonnais Elementary School. Mel was a member of Eastridge Church of the Nazarene, where he served as treasurer and board member. He was an avid White Sox fan and Dale Earnhardt fan. He also had a large collection of Taz paraphernalia. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family. A Celebration of Life will be held in June. Burial will be at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL. Memorials may be made to Eastridge Church of the Nazarene or Uplifted Care, Bourbonnais. Jensen Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.