James "Jimmy" Preston Greene, age 84, of Americus, died at Phoebe Sumter Medical Center Saturday, September 7, 2019. A native of Americus, he was born August 19, 1935, the son of the late William L. and Hazel Greene. Mr. Greene had a BS degree in Forestry and was a farmer. All services will be private. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Carey K. Greene of Americus; a daughter and son-in-law, Gretchen and Nick Gabrielli of Americus; a son and daughter-in-law, Pepper and Paige Greene of Americus; two sisters, Grace Pace of Perry and Julia Neel of Thomasville; a brother and sister-in-law, David and Julie Greene of Americus; five grandchildren, Preston, Pyne and Paisley Greene, Nick Gabrielli and Valentina Gabrielli Ojeda; and two great grandchildren, Sofi and Emma Ojeda. He was preceded in death by a sister, Mildred McMillon and two brothers, William L. Greene, Jr. and Dr. Richard Greene. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Southland Academy, 123 Southland Rd., Americus, GA 31709.