Crossville, Tennessee - Elsa H. Green, 95, of Crossville, passed away on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, at University of Tennessee Medical Center.

Mrs. Green was born on Jan. 29, 1930, in Pontiac, MI, daughter of Sigurd T. Olsen and Emilie O. Olsen.

She enjoyed a long and dedicated 35-year career as an executive secretary with General Motors before retiring in 1986. In retirement, she embraced her love of golf, joining three leagues, and remained an active member of the Sons of Norway. She delighted in playing cards, traveling, and attending professional golf tournaments. She and her husband, Jim, made their home in Fairfield Glade for the past 29 years, where they built a life filled with friendship, community, and adventure.

Mrs. Green is survived by her husband of 53 years, James W Green; daughter, Mona D. (Ron Grundberg) Gauthier; step-daughter, Stacy (Tom) Fields; granddaughter, Lori Wilcox; step-granddaughter, Ashley Fields; great grandsons, Michael, Jordan, Dustin and Hunter; nieces, Cindy (John) Slade of Texas and Ellie Gardnier of Michigan.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Raymond A. Olsen and Fred Olsen; and grandson, Michael D. Gauthier; and special friends, Jim and Paige Cavalier of Dallas, TX.

A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date.

Arrangements and care provided by Bilbrey Funeral Home and Cremation Service.