Sparta and Alleghany County are mourning the death of Walt Green. Walt retired here after a career with Eastern Airlines and later with NASCAR. He is probably best known for being the key instigator of the Alleghany Mower Racing Association that sponsors the series of lawn mower races each summer. Walt loved to share things that gave him pleasure and lawn mower racing permitted locals to experience a bit of NASCAR excitement.
He chaired the Alleghany CARES board and was a regular volunteer. He helped spearhead the construction of the Solid Rock Food Closet. At his church he volunteered for the firewood ministry and headed up mission trips.
He was always available to transport nursing home residents to church, an acquaintance to a doctor’s appointment, or someone down on his luck to Burger King. He was such a soft-spoken, gentle person, I would have never thought he could accomplish much. Instead he taught everyone he knew a lesson in Christian kindness and humble service.
I've always been impressed with the quality of the people Alleghany attracts. Our retirees, transplants and newcomers add so much to this community, but sometimes God blesses us with someone who is better that we deserve. Walt Green was one of those blessings. A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, December 10, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Sparta United Methodist Church. More informaiton available at www.elkinfuneralservice.com
No comments:
Post a Comment