Norman Joseph Green

Norman J. Green, born July 27, 1949, in Panama City, Panama, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026, after fighting a valiant battle with dementia and cancer. His strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit carried him through life’s many challenges with dignity and courage. Norman was raised in Rainbow City, Panama, where he spent his early years before moving to New York City as a young man. There, he proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army’s 82nd Airborne Division. After completing his tour of duty—what he often referred to with humor as “doing time”—he returned to New York City, where he began building both a family and a remarkable career. Norman was the proud father of two children, Ejhlak Johans Green and Ahisha Tasha Green, whom he loved deeply. He went on to establish a long and accomplished career in information technology. He began as a computer operator at Manufacturers Hanover and Loeb, Rhodes & Co. at 40 Wall Street. As his career advanced, he worked with Guardian Life Insurance, where he traveled nationally setting up offices with computer hardware. He later joined Morgan Stanley, installing large mainframe computer systems. Norman concluded his professional journey at SIAC (Securities Industry Automation Corporation) as a Disaster Recovery Manager. In this critical role, he and his team developed contingency plans to ensure the continued operation of the New York and American Stock Exchanges in the event of disaster. On September 11, 2001, what began as a normal workday would become one of the most defining moments of his life. Working out of Brooklyn, Norman took the last PATH train into the World Trade Center and the last subway train out. Without hesitation, he arrived at work and immediately activated the disaster recovery plan. Thanks to the efforts of Norman and his team, the stock exchanges were operational the very next day, demonstrating his dedication, leadership, and commitment under unimaginable circumstances. Norman is survived by the love of his life and devoted wife of 44 years, Donna L. Green; his beloved children, Ejhlak Johans Green and his wife Shajuan and Ahisha Tasha Green Noel and her deceased husband David who’s; three grandchildren, Angel M. Green, Bernard E. Johnson, and Desteny J. Noel; and five great-grandchildren, Jaden, Journey, Justin, Jade, and Zaire. He is also survived by his sister, Albertina Thorne; his nephew, Patricio Thorne; his sister-in-law, Cecelia Thomas; his brother-in-law, Gregory Hannah; and a wide circle of cherished friends. Norman will be remembered for his strength, his humor, his dedication to his family, and his quiet heroism in both everyday life and extraordinary moments. The Love of My Life Norman always said, “If anything bad happens to one of us, let it be me.” And in many ways, he lived those words every day. As written in John 15:13: “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” These words reflect the kind of love Norman gave so freely, the ultimate expression of sacrifice, devotion, and care. He will be deeply missed and loved forever.

Norman Joseph Green

July 27, 1949 - April 25, 2026