Mrs. Alice Delesline Ford Green

Obituary for Alice Delesline Ford Green Alice Delesline Ford Green was born on July 13, 1944, to Alexander Delesline Sr. and Emily Deas Delesline in Charleston, SC. She was the youngest of eleven children. Born with a heart condition and asthma, Alice spent a portion of her childhood being raised in the Bronx, NY with her Uncle Harry and Aunt Alice (whom she affectionately called Mother). Alice was inquisitive and adventurous despite her ailments. She enjoyed spending time with her family and her beloved dog Cora. Alice stayed in New York until the age of 16, moving back to Charleston after her father Alexander Sr. passed. Alice graduated from Barnes Wilson H.S. in Charleston, SC. Always strong in faith, being raised by a Catholic mother and Presbyterian father, young Alice committed her life to God at 16 by joining the Redeemed Church of Christ in Charleston, SC. Alice was always dedicated to helping others and giving of herself. While working at a local hospital as a candy striper, Alice met her first husband, Joseph Ford Sr., who was an orderly at the same hospital. Alice and Joseph married in 1962 and the young couple went on to have four children together. Sadly, due to a fatal car accident, Joseph Sr. passed in 1969. Ever hard-working and resilient, Alice continued to raise her four children while working full-time and becoming the primary caregiver for her mother Emily until her mother’s passing. Alice met her second husband Elder Eugene “Benny” Green while he was visiting from Redeemed’s sister church in Washington DC. Courting her mostly from afar, Eugene’s favorite meal from Alice when in town was fried chicken, greens, and chocolate cake. In 1972, Elder Green married his “honey” Alice Delesline Ford, in Charleston, SC. then moved the family to Palmer Park, MD. Some years later, Eugene and Alice had an additional five children. Being told she would never be able to have a child due to her health, Alice considered her large family a blessing and was a doting mother. She enjoyed raising and caring for not only her children but was also beloved by the neighborhood youths everywhere she lived as well. Many still refer to her as “Mama Green.” Making a career in retail until her health took a turn, Alice served as a manager in several capacities, the last of which being over ten years at Goodwill Industries. She was known for her strong work ethic and received many awards for leadership. Honest and loving, Alice became a trusted confidant and friend to all who knew her, giving her sage advice and words of encouragement freely. A devout Christian, Alice loved God and praised Him daily. Even when she could not attend the services of her church, Master’s Child (which she joined in 2012), in person she made sure to worship online and enjoyed watching inspirational movies and shows as well as listening to gospel music. Alice was also known for her amazing culinary skills, with many listing her sweet potato pies and potato salad among their favorites. Married for almost 50 years, Alice, even in her declining physical condition, cared for her Eugene until he transitioned to glory in 2017 from Parkinson’s Disease. On August 9, 2022, Alice Delesline Ford Green departed this life, having run her race with grace and strength. Alice Green was preceded in death by her parents Alexander and Emily, brothers Alexander Delesline Jr (Barbara), Frank ‘Bruce’ Delesline (Lou Ester), Bernard Delesline (Mary) Walker Delesline (Katherine), Alan ‘Porter’ Delesline; sisters Josephine Hamilton (Joseph ‘Mop’), Bernice Pendergrass (Nathan), Charlotte Wright (Richard); her son, Terrence Vincent Green Sr. (Denise); her son-in-law Demetrius (Vera). She leaves to cherish her memory: sons Joseph Ford (Kami), Marcus Ford, Keith Green (Rosita), Dwayne Green (Angela), Brian Green, and a grandson that was raised as a son Marlon Ford; Daughters Sonja Ford (Wendell), Vera Ford Void, Latrina Green; Daughter-in-law Denise Green (Terrence Sr.); 12 other grandchildren: Parris, Kiara (Martin), Nina, Jordyn, Xavier, Talia, Terrence Jr, Tre’von, Alex, Elijah, Brianna, Amari; four great-grandchildren (Amir, Zhy’ir, Londyn, Marlon Jr.) and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and loved ones.

Mrs. Alice Delesline Ford Green

July 13, 1944 - August 9, 2022