Celebrating the Life of
Richard Small
January 30,1949- October 20, 2021
Saturday October 30, 2021- 11am
Evans County Community Center
720 Church St.
Claxton Georgia 30417
Elder Lamar Palmer, Presider
Apostle, Dr. James Brewton, Eulogist
Forever In My Heart
The moment that you left me; my
heart was split in two; one side filled
with memories; the other side died
with you. I often lay awake at night
when the world is fast asleep; and
take a walk down memory lane with
tears upon my cheek. Remembering
you is easy, I do it everyday; but
missing you is a heartache that never
goes away. I hold you tightly within
my heart and there you will remain;
you see life has gone on without you
but will never be the same.
Order of Service
Elder Lamar Palmer, Presiding
Musical Processional
Opening Prayer
Scripture Readings
Old Testament - Evang. Selma Brabham
New Testament - Elect Lady Donna Brewton
**Special Tribute **
As I Knew Him Reflections (3 Mins)
Aunt Ella Oglesby
Friend- Cecil McClain
Co-Worker- Coach Durell Lynn
Selection
Evang. Twila Brewton-King
Acknowledgments & Obituary
Sermonic Hymn
Jenelle Burney
Eulogy
Apostle, Dr. James Brewton
Recessional - Viewing
OBITUARY
Richard O. Small was born to Ms. Sarah
Small on January 30,1949, in Glenville, GA.
He attended Evans County Longhorns Public
Schools. He resided in New Jersey for a short
time until making his residence permanent
in Claxton, GA.
He came to know Christ as a young adult
and served as a deacon at Hagan Chapel
Missionary Baptist Church until meeting and
marrying Cynthia Burney. Then he
rededicated his Life to God at Bible Way
Deliverance Church, now Community
Empowerment Family Worship Ministries.
His faith walk was not that of a mustard
seed, but more like Mount Everest. He was
faithful and speaking the word until the very
end. His favorite scripture was the 23^^
Psalms.
Richard was a very hard-working man and
had the gift of a servant even early on in his
career.
He worked for the Evans county school board
and hospital, just to name a few, in maintenance
and groundskeeping. He always had a passion
for taking care of people and things.
Richard leaves behind his loving wife Cynthia
Small of 26 years. His children; Dorsett Small,
Miracle Small, Jerrod (Jenelle)Burney, Jessica
Burney, Miya Hagan, &Miyonne Williams. 15
grands and 4 great grands.
Sisters; Elzonia(Roy) Crawford, and Signora
Crawford. And the entire Mills family. Richard
also has a host of family and friends that loves
and cherishes him dearly.
In true Dallas Cowboy fashion. Richard le ft a
message to his special Cousin Willie Wright.
Cousin Wilkes played hard in the Jirst half and
gave me the ball going into the 3rd quarter. I
scored big and took us into overtime. Now I am
counting on you to carry us to victory. Dont
drop the ball my dear cousin until you cross the
goal line. The ball is your salvation!
The family wishes to express heartfelt thanks to
each and everyone who stood by us through our
time of need. No matter how large, no matter
how small - every act of love is appreciated.
Thank you for your presence but most of all your
prayers.
Pallbearers
Isaac Crawford Eric Adams
Bryant Hagan Aaron Moody
Larry Beaufort Jr.
Honorary Pallbearers
Gary Holland Gary Hollywood Holland
Charles Stewart Willie Wright
Funeral Services Provided By
King & Sons Funeral Home and Cremation Service
5236 US-301, Glennville, GA 30427
Burial Repast
Mt Pleasant Baptist Church Evans County Community Ctr
1268 Mt Pleasant Rd, 720 Church St
Claxton, GA 30417 Claxton Georgia 30417
***Masks are required***