Sunrise — August 10, 1956 | Sunset — February 20, 2025
Wilford Steven Green was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 10, 1956. He was 68 years young when he passed away surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, February 20, 2025 in Roseville, Minnesota. Wilford courageously fought a 10-year battle with cancer. His philosophy on life was “Enjoy Life — it’s a beautiful world.”
He was a longtime real estate broker and motivational speaker in Miami, Florida. Wilford loved to drive his convertible and enjoy the warmth and sunshine of Miami when he wasn’t visiting family in Minnesota. He loved being around family and watching football on TV.
Wilford attended Howard University in Washington D.C. and the University of Minnesota, where he played football.
He was affectionately known as “Big Steven” by his family in Minnesota. Wilford’s resilient spirit will be carried on by son Wilford Steven II, step-daughters Robin and Angie, his daughter Jennifer, and two sons Jaden and Jordan who reside in Miami.
He had two ex-wives, Kathleen and Bridgette. Wilford leaves behind beloved sisters and brothers, Linda, Anna, Yolanda, Tina, Willie and Timothy, including many nephews and nieces, as well as grandchildren Aubrieanna and Jada and four great grandchildren, plus one on the way.
A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at St. Peter Claver Church, 375 Oxford Street, St. Paul, MN. Cremation care has been entrusted to the Cremation Society of Minnesota.
The family will hold a Life Celebration and final resting burial in Momence, IL, at St. Patrick Cemetery in late spring, with details to come.
Special thank you to Crescent Tide Cremation Services and the tremendous staff of The Villas at Roseville Nursing facility. Donations on Wilford’s behalf may be made to American Cancer Society, cancer.org.