Submitted by: Dan Rich

 

Arlene Greenwood

March 16, 1913 - May 18, 2008

 

South Bend Tribune 5/21/2008
SOUTH BEND - Arlene Greenwood, 95, of South Bend, died on Sunday, May 18, 2008, in her residence. She was born in Chicago, IL, on March 16, 1913, to Mark D. and Emma (Werehane) Taylor, who preceded her in death.

 

Arlene married Ernest F. Greenwood in South Bend on July 4, 1933, who preceded her in death in 1989. Mrs. Greenwood is survived by three daughters, Elsie (John) Everett of Villa Park, CA, Sue (Craig) McDonald of LaPorte and Deborah (William) Carnes of Elkhart; 16 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Patricia Stein in 2000, Sara Ellison in 1996, and by a grandchild, Scott Everett in 1988. She was a former member of Harris Prairie Church of Christ for 50 years where she taught Sunday school, and was most recently a member of Northway Church of Christ. Arlene was a member of the D.A.R. for over 50 years, and the Eastern Star. She enjoyed traveling.

 

Friends may visit with the family on Saturday, May 24, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Bubb Funeral Chapel. Friends may also visit from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday prior to services at 3 p.m., with Rev. Ed Erskin officiating. Burial will follow at Harris Prairie Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.