In loving memory of

Brittany Ann Marie Greene
June 2, 1993 - April 2, 2011

Brittany Ann Marie Greene, 17-year old daughter of Loretta (Randy) Hoogerhyde of Maquoketa, and Jeffrey (Andrea) Greene of Dubuque, Iowa, died on Saturday morning, April 2, 2011, from injuries received in an automobile accident on Highway 64 and 24th Street, 1 mile west of Maquoketa.

A celebration of her life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, April 6, 2011, from the Faith Community Church in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 P.M. on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, at the Carson & Son Funeral Cremation Services in Maquoketa. Burial will be in the Union Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.

Brittany Ann Marie Greene was born on June 2, 1993 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Jeffrey Alan and Loretta Marie (Blozvich) Greene.

Brittany was currently a senior at Maquoketa Community High School where she was an honor student and a member of the class of 2011. She had a passion for taking care of people and recently received her CNA through the HOSA organization which gave her the opportunity to work part-time at the Maquoketa Care Center. She was looking forward to going to college and studying to become an RN. Through her caring spirit, she always donated blood at area blood drives. She loved art and her artwork is part of the "senior art" currently on display at the Ohnward Fine Arts Center in Maquoketa. Her favorite color was turquoise and her favorite foods were Shrimp and Chicken Alfredo. She was a hard worker, had a great sense of humor, enjoyed all kinds of music and loved her family and friends, especially her brother, Jordon.

Brittany is survived by her parents, Loretta (Randy) Hoogerhyde of Maquoketa, IA, and Jeffrey (Andrea) Greene of Dubuque, IA; her maternal grandmother, Mary (John) McAuliffe of Delmar, IA; paternal great-grandmother, Sandy (Richard) Greene of Branson, MO; a brother, Jordon Greene of Maquoketa, IA; step-brothers, McKennan Saunders of Dubuque, IA, and Randy Hoogerhyde of MI; and step-sisters, Regan Saunders of Dubuque, IA, and Breeann Hoogerhyde of MI. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Robert Blozvich, and paternal grandmother, Joan Greene.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Brittany Ann Marie Greene memorial fund has been established.

Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Tributes

friend wrote on Apr 13, 2011:

"God took a good one! With deepest sympathy!"

Jim Seward wrote on Apr 7, 2011:

"I am so sorry for the lost life. It appears Brittany made everlasting impressions on friends and family. My heart mourns with yours."

Jim Seward wrote on Apr 7, 2011:

"I am so sorry for the lost life. It appears Brittany made everlasting impressions on friends and family. My heart mourns"

Amber Franzen and Familyl wrote on Apr 7, 2011:

"Jordan and Family: I am so sorry to hear the loss of your sister. My heart aches for you. May time slowly ease the pain of losing such a wonderful person. I just wanted to let you know an old friend is thinking of you. I pray each day your memories carry you through."

friend wrote on Apr 6, 2011:

"we will miss brittany very much she will watch over you she with the angels love you brittany very much"

Lois Eads wrote on Apr 6, 2011:

"Brittany's family: I would like to extend my sincerest sympathies to everyone in the loss of Brittany. I never knew her well, only the loving care she extended to my Mom when she took care of her at Maquoketa Care. She was a wonderful and caring person and I know that her unselfish ways served her well in this life and we very much appreciated her work at Maquoketa Care."

Rosemary wrote on Apr 6, 2011:

"John and Mary, I am so sorry for your lost. My prayers and thought are with you and your family."

Deb wrote on Apr 5, 2011:

"You are a beautiful angel Brittney Greene with an E...."

Amy Streff wrote on Apr 5, 2011:

"Jordon (and family) - I was so sorry to hear of Brittany's death. I know from experience through the tragic loss of my sister that right now you do not know how you will go on without her. You will! As time goes on, there will be less heartache, but she will always be in your memories and in your heart. I will be unable to attend the visitation and wake, but Jordon I wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you (and your family)."

Mrs. Dee Krum wrote on Apr 5, 2011:

"To Brittany's parents and Jordon, I was so saddened to hear of Brittany's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with her and you now and always. I will miss Brittany so much! "

Katie Brown wrote on Apr 5, 2011:

"Redda, Randy, Jordan, and family & friends...I didn't know Brittany, but from what I see/hear, I'd say she was quite the young lady. A life so young, lost too soon. I'm so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. Her smile will shine down on all of you, always."

Anne Johnson wrote on Apr 5, 2011:

"Britney I cant believe that you are gone you were such a good person and a great CNA. You will always be in my mind as a person who made me laugh in math class. I will miss you so much "

Penny wrote on Apr 5, 2011:

"Loretta, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord keep his arms around you during this most unimaginable time. I will continue to pray for you."

Mrs. Groves wrote on Apr 4, 2011:

"To the Greene Family I am so sorry for your loss of such a beautiful young lady. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. With the help of friends ,family and prayer you will make it through this tough time. God Bless you all. "

Deb Edwards wrote on Apr 4, 2011:

"Loretta and family, I am so so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She is now the most beautiful Angel in heaven."

Melanie Reed (Denman) wrote on Apr 4, 2011:

"So sorry to hear of your loss...there are no words at a time like this that can even begin to heal your broken hearts. Just know that she is in the hands of the Lord now and will remain in the hearts of everyone that she encountered. "

BETH wrote on Apr 4, 2011:

"Dear Brittany I am so sad to hear of your passing. I have thought of you and your brother many times over the past few years since I left Maquoketa. RIP sweetie!"

Kaytland Buehl wrote on Apr 4, 2011:

"I can't believe you are gone Brittany. You are one of my best friends and I have so many good memories that we shared and I will never forget them. You will always be in my heart. I miss you so much already. I'm going to miss all the funny things you say. You always made me laugh and every time I saw you, you always had a smile on your face. Rest in peace. I love you Britt"

Carri Gilson wrote on Apr 4, 2011:

"Rest in Peace sweetheart! love you...."

Paulette Horner wrote on Apr 4, 2011:

"I could always count on Brittany for a unique comment and a beautiful smile. She was such a free spirit and I'll miss her terribly."

Brittney Shanahan wrote on Apr 4, 2011:

"Brittany, I can't believe that you are gone. I can remember all those times we spent together when we were younger while our brothers played with there cool remote controlled cars. I will miss you forever and you will never be forgotten. I already miss you! I love you Britt!"

Dodi Sauer wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Brittany was a very special person. Sweet & kind, but yet had that sparkle in her eyes & a great sense of humor. She was always willing to help out wherever she could. We will all miss her a great deal at Maquoketa Care."

Cathleen Holtz wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Retta and family, I am so so sorry for you loss. Just know that she is now your Angel above and will watch over you. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. "

cassidy morris wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Brittany, we definitely weren't the closest of friends, & we hardly talked, but any time we did talk, you were always so kind, & immediately put a smile on my face. you never failed to get a laugh out of people. you had an amazing life ahead of you, that was ended far too soon. rip brittany. you will be greatly missed! "

Brooke, Ryan and Jordan Herring wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"We are so sorry for your loss. We will pray for your family and if there is anything you need, so many people are here for you. "

Haley Tracy wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Brittany, I can't believe you are gone so soon. I will always miss you. You are beautiful and very special to everyone who knew you. You will stay in my heart forever. You will never be forgotten. Love goes out to the family. Prayers forever, love haley. "

Haley Tracy wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Brittany, I can't believe you are gone so soon. I will always miss you. You are beautiful and very special to everyone who knew you. You will stay in my heart forever. You will never be forgotten. Love goes out to the family. Prayers forever, love haley. "

Erica Barker wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Loretta and family, I am so deeply sorry that you have to go through this. No one should have to bury their own child. Please know that you have many friends to help you. Lean on us. We love you very much."

Georgia Fields wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Jeff, Loretta and all family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you all. I knoe there are no words one can say, to ease the pain of your loss. Again my thoughts and prayers are with you."

Kerry & Daryl Schepers wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Loretta (and Fam) so many of us want to help and are praying for you. Ask for help, let others carry you..."

Anne Johnson wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Britney I will miss u so much and math class will never be the same without you. You will never be forgotten and i will always keep you in my mind "

Cathy Rubel wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"I am so sorry for your loss. Brittany was such a kind and caring young lady. She was quiet and gentle and had such a sweet smile. We feel as though we have loss a part of our own family. The residents and staff will miss her terribly."

Britney Bickford wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Brittany I can't even begin to tell you how much you would have loved college! I can't believe you are gone, but I know you are in a good place because people like you are one in a million. You are beautiful inside and out and one of the best people I have ever met. I have no doubt that you are spreading happiness where you are. You and our memories will never be forgotten! love you and rest in peace."

CARLA SCHREIBER wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"LORETTA JEFF N JORDAN I DONT EVEN KNOW WHAT TO SAY TO YOU FOLKS I AM SOOO SOOOO DEARLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF BRITTANY I DIDNT KNOW HER WELL BUT I DO KNOW THE KIDS WHERE VERY GOOD FRIENDS N COULD TALK TO EACH OTHER WHEN THEY HAD PROBLEMS N NEEDED SUPPORT I AM TRULY TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS N WILL MISS THEM BOTH DEARLY TANNER WAS MY WORLD JUST LIKE IM SURE BRITTY WAS YOURS MY GOD HELP US THREW THIS"

todd&kayleen barten wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"we are so sorry for your loss our hearts and prayers are for u and your family if u need anything let us know "

Karen Gombert wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"We have a very special angle watching over us now. Why such a young one we'll never know. Thoughts and prayers to Loretta,Randy, Jordan,family, and friends.Memories we shall keep in our hearts forever.RIP our dear Brittany."

Beth Lennon and girl wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"You will be missed Brittney, you were a good person and babysitter, I could always depend on you being there when I needed a sitter. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends in their time of sorrow..Now you are a bright and beautiful angel and looking down on us all...I will miss your smile and laughter, you always could light up a room when you entered it...Rest in peace Brittney..."

Sierrah wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Brittany, I didnt know you very well, but you would always park by me and we would talk walking inside. You will be missed by so many people. I hope you rest in peace. "

cindy and terry koontz Family wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"So sorry to hear of the lose Of a child..Thought's and prayers go out to the family and friends Of Brittany"

barb wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"I wish there was something I could say or do to take away your pain. I wish I could tell you why but I cant.My every thought an every prayer are with all of you my heart is breaking an my eyes are filled with tears. Brittany was an amazing cna her love for her patients always showed. May god comfort you in your time of sorrow an give you strength. Hold close to every memory for she will live forever in your heart. "

Kelsey Hosch wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"I cannot believe I am reading this right now. I missed you so much and was looking forward to graduation with you for so long. Brittany our friendship is something that I can't explain and it will never fade away. You were ALWAYS there for me through everything, and never in a million years thought I would have to travel through this life without you by my side. You have been in my life for as long as I can remember, and nothing will take that place. We had the most amazing memories together, and I wouldn't have wanted to share them with anyone else. I know my life will never be the same, and I can't believe yours is already over. I love you and you'll be in my heart forever. You have made me who I am today, and will be my best friend for the rest of my life. I miss you so much Mushy."

Lee, Amy, Tyler, Marissa and Carter Rutenbeck wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Dear Brittany you will be so missed by all. Our daughter thought the world of you and will miss you dearly. To your family, God bless you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time."

chris yarolem wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"Its so hard to nderstand why this happens. There are a few great memories that I got to share with you and I will cherish them forever. Hugs beautiful girl , you are missed by all very much!!"

Morgan Simmons & Landon Eby wrote on Apr 3, 2011:

"We will miss you so much brittany, you were such a beautiful girl, with such a great personality...can't believe your gone...We will always be thinking of you"

Ashlie wrote on Apr 2, 2011:

"You are already greatly missed Brit Rest In Peace I honestly cant believe that this is true"