03/17/10 - NNHS Newsletter -
Mimi Weger Green

Miriam Weger Green
 (18 June 1923 - 15 Mar 2010)

Newport News High School Class of February 1940

Dear Friends and Schoolmates,   

    I was deeply saddened this morning to learn of the death of one of our oldest subscribers.    Mimi Weger Green, Valedictorian of the Class of February 1940, mother of Ronni Green Cristol ('64) of MD and of  Ricki Green Gray ('68) of NC, passed away in Newport News on Monday, March 15, 2010, at the age of 86.  May her memory be for a blessing always.

From the Daily Press - 03/17/10:

   

Miriam Weger Green
 


 		  

NEWPORT NEWS - Miriam (Mimi) Weger Green, born in Newport News, Va., on June 18, 1923, died on March 15, 2010.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Green; her parents, Maurice and Jenny Weger; her sisters, Dorothy Ruben and Harriet Kirsner; and her brother, Dr. Marvin Weger.

She is survived by her daughters, Ronni Cristol and husband, Richard, and Ricki Gray and husband, Sidney; her grandchildren, Dani Luft and husband, Ryan, Brandon Gray, Daniel Cristol, Katie Cristol, and Samet Gray; her great granddaughter, Shaina Luft and a number of nieces and nephews, all of whom she adored.

   
   


Mimi graduated from Newport News High School as valedictorian of the class of February 1940, and was active on the Reunion Committee for their many class reunions. She was a member of the Paragon Club.

She attended Longwood College in Virginia and was employed by the U.S. Government at the Hampton Roads Port of Embarkation during World War II. She was a longtime employee of the law firm of Hall, Fox, and AtLee, where she worked as a legal secretary. With her husband, Danny, she opened Danny's Delicatessen in 1960, and they worked side by side for many years.

Mimi was a member of the Adath Jeshurun Congregation, served on its Board, and was a member and past Treasurer of its Ladies Auxiliary. She was an active member of the Peninsula Jewish Historical Society, serving as Treasurer for a number of years, and assisting in the organization and preservation of its archives. She was a member of Hadassah, the Council of Jewish Women, and Newport News Legal Secretaries Association. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity.

A graveside funeral will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 17, 2010, at the Hebrew Cemetery, 1817 Kecoughtan Road, Hampton, Va.

Arrangements are under the care of Riverside-Altmeyer Funeral Home, 7415 River Road, Newport News, VA 23607. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guesrtbooks.

Published in Daily Press from March 17 to March 18, 2009.
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March 17, 2010

Dear Ronni, Ricki and family: Your mother was such a wonderful person. She became our very special friend twenty years ago when we bought Danny's Deli. Through the years we have heard many stories about her and your father. There are many fond memories of them that will forever remain in the hearts of those they came in contact with. We have lost a very special person but she will never be forgotten. You are in our hearts and prayers. Love,
 
~ Bill & Debbie Vaccarelli & Staff, Danny's Deli, Newport News, Virginia
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March 17, 2010

Dear family, Please accept my sincere condolences. Mrs. Green was such a special woman and I will miss her. As I was a youngster during "Danny's" early years, she always greeted me with a smile (and sometimes a hug )when my family dined there. Years later she would help a newly minted lawyer "learn the ropes." Later still she would befriend my sons and their playmates on Stratford Rd. We need more Mimis. Mark Ailsworth

~ Mark Ailsworth

 

March 17, 2010
 

Dear Family of Mimi Green, She was a gracious and caring person with a smile that filled your heart with warmth and love. I was honored to be a guest at her 85th birthday celebration in June of 2008. She brought so much joy to her family, her friends, her professions and the organizations she served so diligently throughout the years. She was a community treasure.
Sincerely,
 
~ Joanne K. Roos, Yorktown, Virginia
 

March 17, 2010
 

Ronni,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your mother.
 
~ David Spriggs NNHS 1964, Norfolk, Virginia  
 

March 17, 2010

Dear Ronni, I am saddened to hear of your mother's death. Never having met her, I know she must have been a wonderful lady to have such a fantastic daughter. My prayers are with you and your family. May all the precious memories bring you joy. Love Cookie

~ Margaret Tyndall, Seaford, Virginia

March 17, 2010

Ronni and family, my condolences on the death of your mother. She was such a warm woman and I know you will miss her. May all your happy memories of her sustain you at this time and in the future. Love, Alice Fowler Edwards

~ Alice Edwards, Lanexa, Virginia

 

March 17, 2010

  Ronni,

So sorry to hear about the death of you Mom. I pray GOD will wrap His loving arms about you in this time of sorrow and that the good time memories will outshine the sadness.

Suzanne (VanNoy) Mink

 
~ Suzanne VanNoy Mink, Harrison, Ohio
 

March 17, 2010
 

Dear Ronni, Ricki and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your mother's death. My brother Joel and I were talking about her recently, after Joel saw Ronni at their high school reunion. I have very fond memories of her. She was always so kind to me, and I spent many happy hours at your house and at Danny's Deli when we were growing up. I know your many memories of her will sustain you in your time of grief.
 
~ Anita Shapiro Tonelson
 

March 17, 2010

My condolences to Mrs. Green's Family. I remember her when I used to live in Newport News. May yourr keep memories of her alive.
 

~ Nancy B. Woodard, Dayton, Tennessee
 

March 17, 2010
 

Ronni, I am sorry to learn of the death of your mother. I hope you will find comfort and love in her memory. I pray that God's richest blessing and peace will be your.
 
~ Ray W. Owen, Winston Salem, North Carolina
 

March 17, 2010

Ronni, I am saddened to hear of your mother's death. We were just speaking about her at our class reunion. Remember all of the good times and know that she is still watching over you and your family.
 

~ Sandi Williams Patrick, Williamsburg, Virginia
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March 17, 2010
 

Dear Ronni & Ricki - I was so shocked the other day in the store when my co-worker told me that your mom had died. I was working with a customer and I could not stop crying. After I went to the back of the store and pulled myself together and came out the customer as if I was sick. I told her what happened and of course she was very sorry too. I can not even begin to tell your both how much I will miss your mother. Just about 1 month ago the phone rang and it was her asking for me to order her pearls for the girls. I still can not believe that she is gone. She will be missed greatly and she was a wonderful person. Love, Susan
 
~ Susan Barber - Hutson, Yorktown, Virginia
 

March 17, 2010
 

Ronni and Family,
I'm so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. You were fortunate to have her for so many years. I enjoyed talking with her on my frequent trips to Danny's. My husband was a Newport News Police Officer and got to know your parents quite well. Our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family.

Linda L. and Jimmy Lane
NNHS 64'
 
~ Linda Lane, Williamsburg, Virginia
 

March 17, 2010
 

Please accept my condolences on the loss of Mrs. Green. She was a lovely woman and will be missed. May she rest in peace.
 
~ Valarie Adelman Blaes, Richmond, Virginia
 

March 18, 2010
 

To Ricki and the entire Green family,
I can't remember a time when I didn't know who Mimi was - she was one of my mother's dear friends for as many years as I can remember. She was such a sweetheart, and so kind to everyone. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Sincerely,
Margie's daughter
 
~ Suzanne Collier McKown, Hampton, Virginia
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March 18, 2010
 

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~ S
 

March 18, 2010
 

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   Our sincerest sympathies are extended to Mimi's entire family and their friends at this time.

   Y'all take good care of each other!  TYPHOONS FOREVER!  We'll Always Have Buckroe!

                          Love to all, Carol

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