Mr. William Oscar Small

Mr. William Oscar Small

William Small Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Congleton Funeral Home and Cremations - Greenville on Feb. 9, 2023.

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William Oscar "Lil Boy" Small was born on December 13, 1960 in Pitt County to Susie Small and William Ernest Small. He departed this life on Saturday, February 4, 2023.
William grew up and resided in Pitt County where he attended the Pitt County Schools. He was a graduate of D.H. Conley High School class of 1979. He was an intricate part of the wrestling team during his four years of high school.
William enlisted in the United States Marine Corp. He completed basic training and was stationed at Camp Lejeune, Jacksonville, NC. He left the Marines as a Sergeant.
William worked several jobs after returning home from the military. He was employed by Pitt County Memorial Hospital as well as Greenville Police Dept. William loved to do yard work, watch boxing and his Monday, night bowling league. He also loved to go riding on his Harley Davidson.
William was preceded in death by his father, William Ernest Small; his brother, James Henry Leavy.
William leaves to cherish his memories, five daughters, Sheri Small Atkinson (Keith) of Wilson, NC, Chakerria Small of Anderson, SC, Aaliyah Small, Amiyah Small both of the home, Essence Heckstall of Greenville, NC; four sons, Rondell Razor, Shamar Satterthwaite both of Greenville, NC, and William Jayden Small of the home, Elijah Rayon Davenport of Plymouth, NC; nine grandchildren; his mother, Susie Leavy Small of Grimesland, NC; three sisters, Dorothy Daniels (Rudolph) of Greenville, NC, Ella Small and Mahalia Joyce Small both of Grimesland, NC; one brother, Raymond J. Small (Doris) of Fayetteville, NC; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

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February 5, 2024

sharon bush paige posted to the memorial.

February 15, 2023

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February 13, 2023

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sharon bush paige

February 5, 2024

He was my high school sweetheart!!!! To that union was one child born Sheri Nicole Small!!!! He will forever be in my heart and looking at his daughter i see him with that big smile and a good heart!!!!!

Sharon Bush Paige

February 15, 2023

I send my condolences to the family, he will truly be missed!!

Glenda Horton

February 13, 2023

From the Horton family we extend our condolences to the family and friends

Michael Robinson-Thomas

February 13, 2023

Condolences to the family of William. Love and Peace is hoped for. I bowled with William. A wonderful teammate.

Marshall P. Valentine

February 11, 2023

Sorry to hear of the loss of William Small. May GOD continue to be with the Family in time of sorrow. William will truly be missed. I was his pen pal during Desert Storm and had the pleasure to meet the Family! Keep the FAITH! Love Marshall P. Valentine

Bridget Phillips

February 11, 2023

My deepest condolences to the entire family. Sending you ALL LOVE AND GOD'S GRACE.

Sophia Crandell

February 10, 2023

Sorry for your loss. We are praying for the family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

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