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William Small Obituary
William Ray Small William Ray Small, 68, of Crozet, died on Sunday, September 12, 2010, at the University of Virginia Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Douglas Lewis Small Jr. and Donald Small.
He was born on July 29, 1942, in Albemarle County, son of the late Douglas Lewis Small Jr. and Beulah Thompson Small of Albemarle County.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Shirley Ann Small of Crozet; one brother, Larry Small and his wife, Brenda, of Waynesboro, Virginia; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Ray was retired from Bragg's Auto Shop as a body mechanic and served in the United States Army in the Korean War.
The family would like to send our special thanks and devoted care to Marie, Mark, and Wanda Marsh. We would like to extend our special thanks to the family, Legacy Hospice and many thanks to the care and support of the eight floor at the University of Virginia Medical Center.
Ray loved to play with local bands and always talked about the people he loved to play music with and also loved to tell jokes and make people laugh.
The family will receive friends at the Anderson Funeral Home from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 15, 2010.
A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, September 16, 2010, at Hillsboro Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Hillsboro Cemetery with Dr. Alan Thompson officiating.
Anderson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Nancy Carver
September 18, 2010
Hi. Shirley. I am terribly sad to hear about Ray. I have just today heard about his passing. My prayers are with you and no need to tell you how much he will be missed by all of us. I will always remember the fun we had for so many years at Crozet Moose!!! Both of you were wonderful friends and much support to me. Thanks. Nancy Carver
Robert Batten
September 16, 2010
I always kew Ray through many years to be a good friend and always smiling when he saw me. He always had a good laugh for everyone. I will miss him and I know his family and many friends will miss him too.
Joyce Rosson
September 15, 2010
Shirley we are so sorry to hear about Rays passing.You and your faimly are in our thoughts and prayers.Joyce Rosson and Richard.
Teresa,W.A., Shane & Kyle Black
September 15, 2010
Shirley, I am so sorry to of Ray's passing. I will miss Ray's jokes , he knew how to make you laugh. If you need anything let me know.
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Les Kennedy
September 15, 2010
Shirley , I am very sorry to hear about Ray.Ray was a good friend . If there is anything I can do , let me know.My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joan Giannini-Harlow
September 15, 2010
Shirley, I am so sorry to hear about Ray's passing. I will sure miss talking to him, he was such a sweet man and always knew how to make you laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sharon Hutchinson
September 15, 2010
Dear Shirley, I am so saddened to hear of Ray's passing. I will surely miss his teasing and good natured humor. He always knew how to make someone laugh. I know this is going to be a very difficult time for you but just remember your friends are here for you. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. I love you and Ray. May God help you through this time of grief.
Arlene Fewell
September 14, 2010
Shirley: May the Love of God surround you and your family during this time of sorrow. You're in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless You All.
Debbie Wood
September 14, 2010
Shirley,
Ray will be missed he was full of laughter and wonderful person. Please God be with him and specially Shirley in her time of need.
Linda Sorrells
September 14, 2010
Shirley,
I'm very sad to see Ray has passed away. I do remember his great love of music and jokes. He will be right at home with all the music waiting for him in heaven. He will be joining my dad (Louis Wilkerson) and several other Crozet friends. They will be able to all laugh and fellowship together.
May God give you and your family peace. His grace is sufficient to get us through all things and know you will see him again soon.
mark, wanda, and marie marsh
September 14, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Alan Marsh
September 14, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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