Oliver Ben-Smalls Jr.-Obituary

Oliver Ben Smalls Jr.

Charleston, South Carolina

Sep 8, 1951 – Mar 11, 2026 (Age 74)

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BORN
September 8, 1951
DIED
March 11, 2026
AGE
74
LOCATION
Charleston, South Carolina

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Oliver Ben Smalls Jr.

Charleston, SC - The relatives and friends of Mr. Oliver Ben Smalls Jr. will celebrate his life on Monday, March 16, 2026, at 11:30 AM in International Church, 1560 Ashley River Rd., Charleston, SC. Interment will follow in Live Oak Memorial Gardens. Services will...

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Oliver and I met many years ago at the Charleston Yacht Club. He was a truly wonderful and kind man with an infectious smile. He always went out of his way to welcome me and made me feel accepted from the very beginning. He was deeply respected by all who knew him, yet carried himself with remarkable humility. Oliver was a true man of character and integrity, and he will be dearly missed.

Oliver what a wonderful man you were. Thanks to your encouragement I joined the ChYC 14 years ago now and have a new family in them. You will always be ChYC to me. Love, Lisa Kent

To All: While eating a plate of food prepared by the church's staff, I looked up from where I was sitting in the waiting area outside of the sanctuary. I saw none other than a framed print of one of Jonathan Green's paintings. I remembered that decades ago my friend, brother and cousin - Oliver Ben Smalls gave me a framed print of one Jonathan Greens prints. I had not heard of Johnathan Green before then but Oliver was aware that I appreciate art and the Humanities. Oliver was indeed a...

Oliver was a fine gentleman and friend to so many! We feel very fortunate to have so many fond memories of him. Our heartfelt sympathy to his family. His contributions to the Charleston community will always be remembered. John and Nancy Kennedy

Oliver is a one of a kind.His laugh is unforgettable. His impeccable character and sense of self worth are unmatched. It's hard to say goodbye to a good friend. Lorraine Flaherty

We knew Oliver from his many dedicated years working at the ChYC. Our sympathies to all of his family.

Having been a longtime member of the Charleston YC, I've knew Oliver during his entire career at the club. He was a good man, modest, and always interested in how you were doing! It was an honor to have known him! Sending heartfelt condolences to his family on the loss of such a nice man!

Oliver was always kind and helpful. Cecelia

I met this beautiful family back in my college years at Erskine with Ollie. Cynthia I know has prayed for all of us boys over the years and it´s a reason we have been favored and blessed. Now I pray for this family, May God give them strength and may He coved them in comfort today and tomorrow and until we all meet again.