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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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mark pedersen
November 15, 2008
Dear Mrs. Small and family,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Small. Mr. Small has always a kind and generous man to anyone around him. I got the chance to spend some quality time with Mr. Small on a Grand Canyon rafting trip and admired his deep faith and positive attitude about life. Our thoughts and prayers with be with you and your family.
David D. & Anne Johnson
November 14, 2008
Dear Mary and Family,
We were thankful that we could be with you today at the Memorial Service. We really miss seeing you and our other friends at Derbyshire and Lakewood Manor. The three ministers did a beautiful job in describing the life of your wonderful mate. We will keep you in our prayers. Lots of love, Anne and David Johnson
Sue Staley
November 14, 2008
So sorry about your loss. I enjoyed working with Bill while he was here at Covington.
Terry Matics - Brackman
November 12, 2008
Dear Mary and Family: I am so very sorry for your loss. Bill was a wonderful, caring man and a friend to all who knew him. His name will always conjure up good memories when folks talk about the past. My heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. We all know that Bill is now in his heavenly home. Sincerely, Terry Matics Brackman
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Sally Zimmerman
November 12, 2008
Mary and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill. was a great person and a wonderful friend to have.
God Bless each of you.
Sally Zimmerman (Covington/Richmond Va
Dave McCormack
November 11, 2008
Mrs.Small and Family
My deepest sympathy to your family upon Bills passing. I know we were neighbors in Covington and I always respected and admired Bill both as a person and as a employee. I know that he will be missed and that my prayers and thoughts are with you and the family at this time.
Dave McCormack
Steve Gerencser
November 10, 2008
Dear Mrs Small and Family
I'm so sorry to hear this news. My memories go back to an initial interview with Bill, sitting in his office, and I was just graduating. He was a gentleman, interested in others, and always with a kind word. Thank you for the kindness you showed me and Janet and our young family in Rosedale as we were just starting out with Westvaco. God bless you and give you comfort and strength in the days ahead.
Whitman Ellis
November 10, 2008
Dear Mary & Family,
Bill is remembered as a tremendous community supporter and,in my case,neighbor in the Covington area. News of his death saddened everyone here. He was and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.....Whitman Ellis
Terri Carper
November 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jim and Valerie Hare
November 10, 2008
Dear Mrs. Small and the Family,
It is with great sadness that Valerie and I learned of Mr. Small's passing. We believe that following a warm reception from God, Andy John was first in line to welcome his friend home. Mr. Small was a second father to both Valerie and Kim and I know they will never forget his kindness towards them. As a young sales trainee at Westvaco I will always remember his willingness to stop what he was doing and give me encouragement. His welcome in heaven will truly be: "Well done my true and faithful servant". May God's Grace carry you through these difficult times.
Patsy Snead
November 10, 2008
Mary, I am sorry to hear of the death of Bill. I enjoyed working with him for so many years in the Main Office at Westvaco in Covington. When I think of you and him, I can see you both dancing so beautifully together. May you be comforted by my prayers for you and your family and all the good memories that you have of Bill.
Ruth Caul
November 10, 2008
Dear Mrs. Small and family,
Bill was instrumental in giving me my first break to start my career at Westvaco. He was a smart and caring person. I pray that the Lord will comfort you with His love in the days ahead.
Patricia and Dave Hartman
November 10, 2008
Dear Mary and Family:
We had the pleasure and privilege of working with Bill at the Covington Mill for many years. He was the consummate leader and gentleman, as well as a man of God. Rosedale neighborhood lost good friends and classy neighbors when you and Bill moved to Richmond. Bill will be missed by many of us who are still at work in Covington. Very fondly,
Horace & Shelby Coffey
November 8, 2008
Dear Mary & family
I had the priviledge of knowing and working with Bill most of his years at Westvaco. Bill led the way by setting the example as a leader and a follower our Lord. He will be missed not only by each of you but also those that knew him.
May God Bless and Comfort each of you in the coming days. If I can be of any help to you or your family please let me know.
Bill Wood
November 8, 2008
My condolences to Mary and the family.
It was my honor to have Bill as my friend.
Bernard's Landing will not be the same without him.
I think of him every time I pass his boat, and always will.
Jerry & Nancy Smith
November 8, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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