Addie Mae Green

Addie Mae Green, age 95, of New Haven, CT, entered into eternal rest on April 22, 2026 surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on December 9, 1932, in Haynesville, Louisiana, to the late Cleveland and Doshie Beene Ellison. Addie received her early education in the Haynesville School system until her family relocated to Arkansas, where she completed her education. Later the family moved to Argo, Illinois, and eventual settled in New Haven, CT where she built a life rooted in faith, family, and community. Addie met and married the love of her life, James H. Green, whom she shared 52 years of marriage with until his passing. Addie had a passion for beauty and cosmetology. She pursued her education and became a proud entrepreneur, opening and operating Addie's Beauty Salon in New Haven. For many years, her salon was a beloved place where family, friends, and community members gathered not only for beauty services, but for her warmth, kindness, and welcoming spirit. She remained dedicated to her craft until her retirement. Addie later worked for the City of New Haven where she served faithfully until her second retirement. Known for her stylish clothing and beautiful hats, Addie was a sharp dresser. When she stepped out, it was always in high fashion. She was always cleaner than the Board of Health! She took the word family very seriously. She took care of both her parents faithfully until God called her parents’ home. She had special love for her grandchildren and was very protective of them. She loved all of her brothers and each one of them was special to her in different ways. Betty, her only child, was the light of her life. Addie was a devoted member of St. Matthew's Unison Freewill Baptist Church where she worshipped alongside her beloved husband for over 40 years until her health no longer allowed her to attend. She loved people, and was a great conversationalist. She had a great sense of humor, always had a word advice for you, and was very devoted to her friends and family. Addie loved her family very much an would move Heaven and Earth for them. Addie leaves to cherish her memories, her beloved daughter, Betty Mae Little of New Haven, CT; Grandchildren, McArthur Winfrey, and Anthony Winfrey, both of New Haven, CT; LaRonda Winfrey-Osimeh (Gideon) of Hamden, CT, Michael Little of Hamden, CT; sister in law Marie Ellison of Hamden, CT; Mary Ellison of Hamden, CT. Nephew, Jerry Orange of New Haven, CT; great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren; and several nieces, great-nieces, nephews, great-nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. In addition to her parents, Addie was predeceased by her husband, James H. Green, paternal grandparents, Cleve A. and Mandy Manning Ellison, maternal grandparents, Hayes and Jency Coope Beene; son-in-law, James Little; siblings, Claude Ellison, Roger Ellison, Louis Ellison, and Edie Mae Orange; grandson Bernard Winfrey and great grandsons Christopher Kendall and Marquis Winfrey.

Addie Mae Green

December 9, 1932 - April 22, 2026