Ronald Lee Green, 83, of Rock Hill, SC, passed into the presence of his Savior at his home on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Ronny was born in Rock Hill, SC to William Samuel Green and Bertha Sneed Green. He was a loving husband and is survived by the love of his life, Holly Schultz Green, wife of 43 years. He was a father, a proud grandfather, and a great-grandfather, all of whom brought him great joy. He will be remembered for his love for the Lord, humility, steady presence and humor. He loved easily and cared for everyone.
He is also survived by his son, Ronald Martin Green; granddaughter Emilee Wallace (Brooke); great-grandchildren Callen, Chloe, and Charlee; his son, Jeffrey William Green (Deborah); granddaughters Jessica, Stacy, Tori Walters (Corey); great-grandchildren Avyn and Vander; his stepdaughter, Jacqueline Kuhn Sherer (Tripp); grandchildren Chelsie Williams (Chase), June, Joey, Bella, and Sophie; and his stepdaughter, Jennifer Kuhn Smith (Dan); grandchildren Madison, Macy, and Hudson.
In his youth, he enjoyed sports and loved playing baseball from sun-up to sundown. At age 17, he began working at his family’s funeral home, where he grew up in the funeral business and worked full time for the next 12 years. After leaving the funeral home, he was employed by York General Hospital and later Piedmont Medical Center.
Ronny gave his life in service to the emergency medical needs of York County in several roles. He was one of the founders of the S.C. EMS Association and served on the York County Office of Emergency Management. He served as the EMS Director for 33 years.
In 1971, he was one of the first in South Carolina to complete Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training, receiving certificate number 154. As a member of the state’s second paramedic class, he also became one of South Carolina’s first certified paramedics in 1972, receiving certificate number 27. He held certificate number 4 in SC with the York County Rescue Squad. His dedication, leadership, and passion helped lay the foundation for emergency medical services, leaving a legacy that will endure for generations. He was also a father figure to the EMS crews he mentored, supported, and supervised throughout his career. He helped shape careers, build confidence, and guided young EMTs and paramedics into the professionals they became. He stood behind his crews, believed in their abilities, and treated them like family. His influence extended far beyond the job, touching the lives of those who served alongside him and helped shape the future of EMS in York County.
Ronny was a member of Park Baptist Church and later attended Trinity Bible Church and then Westminster Presbyterian Church.
Ronny is preceded in death by his parents William Samuel Green and Bertha Sneed Green and brother, Billy Green.
A visitation will be held on Friday, October 23, from 4-6 p.m. at the Greene Funeral Home Northwest Chapel, located at 2133 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 24, at 2 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, located at 1320 India Hook Road in Rock Hill, SC. Following the service, the burial will be held at Laurelwood Cemetery, 143 Laurel Street, Rock Hill, SC.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Greene Funeral Home Northwest Chapel.