Dolores “Dee” Green
August 15th, 1960 - January 1st, 2024
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Dee's Obituary
Dee Marie Green passed away surrounded by family on Monday, January 1, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI. Dee was born on August 15, 1960 in Detroit, MI. Dee’s parents were Donald and Carmen (Ramirez) O’Brien.
Dee was a kind soul who would help anyone in need. She was known by her loved ones for her adventurous and giving spirit, her passion for children, especially her grand-niece Nanaquiba, and her love of nature, U2, and Michigan State (Go Green!).
Dee was a devout Catholic and loved her Native American heritage. She was a lifelong learner and spent her later years dedicated to learning Bodwewadmimwen (the Potawatomi language) and traditional ways. Dee loved to travel to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and often referred to it as her home. Dee had many hobbies including photography, rock collecting, playing games, and venturing to the Casino where she had the best of luck. More than anything, Dee loved sharing time with her family, close friends and loved ones.
Dee was extremely intelligent and her family were very proud of her educational accomplishments. Dee held a Bachelor’s Degree and two Master’s Degrees focused in education. Dee spent many years as a teacher primarily in elementary education. She also spent many years working for Ford Motor Company.
Dee loved her mother, brother, sisters, nieces and nephews. She will be deeply missed and held in the hearts of many.
Dee is survived by her mother – Carmen O’Brien; three siblings – Ray (Bear) O’Brien, Colleen O’Brien, and Donna (Craig) Storie; six nieces and nephews – Steven (Joanna) O’Brien, Ogeema Anziano, Gichianakwud (Acea) McCullough, Alicia (Scott) Myran, Samantha (Jarvis) O’Brien, and Serrina (Kyle) Malott; as well as many beloved great-nieces and nephews. Dee was preceded in death by her father – Donald O’Brien; three sisters – Linda Hull, Karen O’Brien, and Sharon Lawson; and two nephews – Donald Storie and Samuel O’Brien.
A sacred fire is being held at Rodger’s Lake in Dowagiac, MI until Friday, January 5 at noon where friends and family are welcome to visit. An intimate ceremony for immediate family members will be held on Friday, January 5, at Clark Chapel – Starks Family Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 405 Center St, Dowagiac. Those wishing to share a memory of Dee online may do so at www.clarkch.com.
Dee was a kind soul who would help anyone in need. She was known by her loved ones for her adventurous and giving spirit, her passion for children, especially her grand-niece Nanaquiba, and her love of nature, U2, and Michigan State (Go Green!).
Dee was a devout Catholic and loved her Native American heritage. She was a lifelong learner and spent her later years dedicated to learning Bodwewadmimwen (the Potawatomi language) and traditional ways. Dee loved to travel to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and often referred to it as her home. Dee had many hobbies including photography, rock collecting, playing games, and venturing to the Casino where she had the best of luck. More than anything, Dee loved sharing time with her family, close friends and loved ones.
Dee was extremely intelligent and her family were very proud of her educational accomplishments. Dee held a Bachelor’s Degree and two Master’s Degrees focused in education. Dee spent many years as a teacher primarily in elementary education. She also spent many years working for Ford Motor Company.
Dee loved her mother, brother, sisters, nieces and nephews. She will be deeply missed and held in the hearts of many.
Dee is survived by her mother – Carmen O’Brien; three siblings – Ray (Bear) O’Brien, Colleen O’Brien, and Donna (Craig) Storie; six nieces and nephews – Steven (Joanna) O’Brien, Ogeema Anziano, Gichianakwud (Acea) McCullough, Alicia (Scott) Myran, Samantha (Jarvis) O’Brien, and Serrina (Kyle) Malott; as well as many beloved great-nieces and nephews. Dee was preceded in death by her father – Donald O’Brien; three sisters – Linda Hull, Karen O’Brien, and Sharon Lawson; and two nephews – Donald Storie and Samuel O’Brien.
A sacred fire is being held at Rodger’s Lake in Dowagiac, MI until Friday, January 5 at noon where friends and family are welcome to visit. An intimate ceremony for immediate family members will be held on Friday, January 5, at Clark Chapel – Starks Family Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 405 Center St, Dowagiac. Those wishing to share a memory of Dee online may do so at www.clarkch.com.
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