The Honorable Darrell Green

The Honorable Darrell Green, Jr., 58, of Honea Path, SC, husband of Amy Phillips Green died Saturday, August 29, 2026, at AnMed in Anderson. Born September 2, 1967 in Anderson, he was the son of James “Jimmy” Darrell Green, Sr and Brenda ‘Gammy’ Grace Green. Darrell lived a life marked by service, steady commitment, and care for others. Known as kind and caring, he devoted himself to his family, his work, his community, and the responsibilities entrusted to him over the years.

Darrell graduated from Belton-Honea Path High School in 1985, beginning a path of learning and public service that would continue throughout his life. From 1986 to 1990, he served in the Marines, with assignments at Camp Pendleton, California, from 1986 to 1990 and in Subic Bay, Philippines from 1987 to 1988. He continued his military service from 1990 to 1993 as a Team Leader with the South Carolina Army National Guard in Anderson, SC.

Darrell also pursued higher education with determination and purpose. He earned an Associate's Degree in Science from Piedmont Technical College in 1999 and graduated from Clemson University in 2000 with a Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology. In 1992, he graduated second in his class from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.

His professional life reflected both versatility and dedication. He began his career in service as a Patrolman and Patrol Corporal with the Honea Path Police Department from 1992 to 1997. In 2001, he joined Greenwood CPW as a Water Treatment Plant Operator, a role he held with faithfulness and professionalism until his retirement in 2019. After retirement, he continued his service to his community as a custodian for the First Baptist Church in Honea Path. In 2021, he was appointed Magistrate Judge for Anderson County, presiding over Honea Path Summary Court and serving as Municipal Court Judge for the Town of Honea Path. This distinguished role spoke to the trust placed in his judgment and character.

Among the accomplishments that brought him special pride was obtaining his rank of Eagle Scout followed by his work as a Field Sports Director at Camp Old Indian. He was deeply dedicated to working with the Boy Scouts giving his time and energy in support of young people and the values of scouting. He served as Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop #5 in Honea Path and was a Vigil Honor Member of AKK Lodge 185.

Above all, he loved his wife and children with all his heart. That devotion stood at the center of his life and remained one of his proudest and most meaningful accomplishments.

Darrell is survived by his wife of 25 years, Amy; four children, James Darrell Green, III, Sybil Kate Green, Ira Phillips Green and Mabel Grace Green, all of the home; his parents, Jimmy and ‘Gammy’ Green of Honea Path, SC; a brother, Marty Keith Green (Kristen) of Greenwood, SC; a sister, Shelley Robinson (Charlie) of Honea Path, SC; brother-in-law, Donald Phillips (Teresa) of Belton, SC; uncle, Ronnie Grace of Honea Path, SC; nieces and nephews, Braylin Fleeman (Cory), Kendin Green (Belle), Landry Green (Makalynn Elgin), Anna Phillips and Lauren Phillips; and father and mother-in-law, Jimmy and Jeanne Phillips of Honea Path, SC.

The family will receive friends 5:00PM – 7:00PM, Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Honea Path First Baptist Church, 100 S. Main Street, Honea Path, SC. Funeral services will be 11:00AM, Friday, September 4, 2026, at Honea Path First Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Joshua Phillips officiating. Burial will follow in Eastview Cemetery with military honors.

Memorial contributions, in memory of Darrell, may be sent to Honea Path First Baptist Church Building Fund, 100 S. Main Street, Honea Path, SC 29654 or the Honea Path Scouting Alumni Association, 101 Firetower Road, Belton, SC 29627.

Darrell will be remembered for a life of honorable service, educational achievement, and commitment to his community. His legacy is one of duty, perseverance, and genuine care for others.

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Harris Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Abbeville is assisting the Green family.