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He was the son of Jeffrey Smallwood and the late Jonnie Clauden Murphy Smallwood. He was a member of the ROTC of Cookeville High School, and faithfully attended First Pentecostal Church in Cookeville. He was also a big Jaguars and L.A. Lakers fan.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his Grandparents: Bill and Ora Smallwood and Fred and Tina Murphy; and various uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Survivors include his Father: Jeffrey Smallwood of Cookeville, TN; Step Mother: Michelle Smallwood and Brother: Joseph (Ivy) Smallwood of Cookeville, TN.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at 1 P.M. at Anderson Upper Cumberland Funeral Home, with Bishop Ron Phillips officiating. Burial will follow in the Phillips Cemetery in Overton County, TN. Visitation will be Thursday from 10 A.M. until time of services.
Memorial donations may be made to assist with funeral expenses by contacting the funeral home.
Anderson Upper Cumberland Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 931-268-1550
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