Brenda P. Green

Brenda P. Green, age 76, of Jacksonville Beach, FL and formerly of Springfield, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Hendersonville Medical Center. Her wishes were to be cremated and a memorial service will be announced at a later date. Ms. Green was born December 31, 1943 in Springfield to the late William Thomas "Toby" and Helen Virginia Harris Green. She was a teacher for the Duval County School System. Brenda was born in Springfield but left shortly after graduating college for Jacksonville Beach, Florida where she resided for 54 years. She graduated from Springfield High School in 1962 and the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 1966. She then went on to teach at Ribault High School where she coached a variety of sports including basketball. She furthered her career by moving to Sandalwood High School where she would later retire after teaching physical education and coaching in the Duval County Public School System for 37 years. She was a sports lover, athlete and tennis player, playing competitively on a variety of leagues for many years. She was active in the Duval Teachers Union and helped wage a successful Title IX suit against the school system that helped girls achieve more equitable opportunities. She was a long time member of NOW and who had a passion for equality and justice. Brenda was witty, had a great sense of humor and a unique way of seeing the world. She will be missed by both family and friends. Ms. Green is survived by her sister, Kay Patterson of Goodlettsville; niece, Leah (Brian) Henderson Watson of Goodlettsville; nephew, David Toby (Jessica Allen) Patterson of Hendersonville; and great-nephews, Jex Watson of Goodlettsville, Brax Watson of Goodlettsville and Brooks Patterson of Hendersonville. She also leaves behind her close friend, Mary-Charlotte (MC) Jeffrey and her beloved miniature schnauzer, Loretta of Jacksonville Beach, Florida. If so desired memorial contributions may be made to The Robertson County Animal Shelter or the Alzheimer's Association. All donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell. Due to COVID a memorial service will be planned for a future date. Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME- 509 WALNUT STREET, SPRINGFIELD, TN (615) 384-1000

Brenda P. Green

December 31, 1943 - December 19, 2020