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Leon Smalls Obituary

Leon "Lee" Smalls GOOSE CREEK - Funeral service for Leon Smalls "Lee", husband of the late Linda K. Ambrose-Smalls, will be held on Friday, August 2, 2013, 11:00AM at New Bethel Reformed Episcopal Church, 1941 Helm Avenue, North Charleston. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Garden, North Charleston. Viewing will be held at the church on today from 6:00PM - 8:00PM; Visitation with the family at 7:00PM. Mr. Smalls was preceded in death by parents, McKinley Smalls and Rosalie Ford-Smalls; three siblings, McKinley Smalls "Boy," Jack Smalls and Larry J. Smalls. His memories will be cherished by his children, Carlton Callwood, Leon E. Smalls (Nichole), Tonya McNatt (Kenneth) and LuShorn M. Smalls; grandchildren, Dominese J. Withers, Tiffani E. Smalls, Kimberly Y. McNatt, Leon Smalls, II (Tre;) and Tiffany N. McNatt; siblings, Apostle/Chaplin Eva Smith, Brenda V. Smalls, Jervey V. Smalls (Gloria), Romeo R. Smalls; mother-in-law, Mattie Ambrose; aunt, Margaret Ford; special niece, Joshlyn S. Gipson, other nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.palmettomortuary.com. Professional services by: THE PALMETTO MORTUARY, INC., 1122 Morrison Drive, Charleston, SC 29403; 843.727.1230 or 866.727.1231. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 31 to Aug. 1, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
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Elizabeth Currey

July 21, 2024

Always with a lollipop and a smile.

Shirley Hardman

August 8, 2013

You will always remain in the legacy of the Smalls Family.Your love and dedication to the family is evident as we see your children and grandchildren!
Your loving cousin,

Kim Smith

August 4, 2013

Lu'shun and family, I am deeply sorry for ur loss. I know u were there from beginning to end...just as I am for my Mom. It's hard but u gave ur all to him he is resting and with the Master and his angels. Keep ur head up and smile....My prayers are with u and ur family.

Pete Derwin

August 4, 2013

As a new dispatcher in ENY Leon taught me how to be a good supervisor,and a better man.Never forgot you,never will. RIP

August 3, 2013

Good luck, be blessed.

Havin Turner

August 2, 2013

It was truly a Blessing to have gotten a WORD from Lee...HE will all ways be remembered for his ENCOURAGING WORDS... With that in mind, to his family, BE ENCOURAGED!! May GOD continue to Grant you Strength, Love, and Peace today and in the days ahead!!!!

Bob Bucholtz

August 2, 2013

Leon and I would share a favorite word we read in the scriptures. You are now where we knew you would go and I look forward to the day we can continue sharing God's word together. Rest in peace my Brother.

Tracy Gibbs

August 2, 2013

Will keep you and your family in prayer. your dedication and love for God will help you through this difficult time. God bless. Tracy Gibbs

Annette Middlebrooks

August 2, 2013

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

NYCTA DIVISON SURFACE ENY DEPOT

August 2, 2013

A Giant of a man will be laid to rest today. The stars in Heaven will be brighter tonite when. Leon Smalls (Disp Smalls) answers his Heavenly call. Rip

Henry Brown

August 2, 2013

You will be missed ,but god have a greatjob for you,...

Vermell Smith-Robson

August 1, 2013

Very nice person, condolences to family

Suzette Smalls

August 1, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Monica Nelson

August 1, 2013

To Lu'Shorn, Sorry for the passing of your love one. May God continue to bless you and keep you covered under his blood. Always stand on the word of God.

SYLVIA S WALTERS

August 1, 2013

Brenda, Chaplain Eva, and the entire Small Family,

My deepest sympathies to each of you during this grievous time.

May the resurection hope be a source of comfort to you.

August 1, 2013

To my grieving family...our condolences and prayers are with you at this time...may the memories and love that you have in your heart, be added strength to helping you heal... Jacque,Andre,Donzella and Anthony... your family in Orlando Florida..

Linda Powell

August 1, 2013

To The Smalls family, Leon always had a word from the Lord, he will be missed. Linda Powell& Family

Carol Hutchinson

August 1, 2013

To Lu'Shorn Smalls and the Smalls family,
May God Bless you with your cherish memories of your father during these difficult times. As the days turn into weeks, months, and years your Dad will always be with you. God Bless y'all, and you have my sincere condolences.

Carol Hutchinson

Omar (Genesis Executive)

August 1, 2013

Rest in peace my friend

ALPHONSO MCKINNEY

August 1, 2013

Your kind words 30 years ago allowed me to understand the job I had as a young kid and position myself to retire from NYCTA. RIP Disp Smalls.

Cadillac Chip bryant

July 31, 2013

You were one of the best u will always b remembered my transit brother

Ground Transportation

July 31, 2013

May your hearts and souls find peace and comfort,
May the blessings of love be upon you,
May its peace abide with you,
May its essence illuminate your heart,
Now and forever more.

Cordelia Grant

July 31, 2013

Lushorn there are no words that I write can replace the missing link in your chain but I want you to know through prayer and faith you are going to be alright. I did not know your father but you always spoke highly of him and I know he will be missed but not forgotton. May you find peace and comfort during any of your difficult times

July 31, 2013

Leon was the sweetest person I know. He was there when my dad, Harry Major died. The prayer he made at my father's bedside will always stay with me. When I called upon him last year for our family and friends in Moncks Corner, he was there. May God bless you all. Leon will be truly missed. Your loving cousin, Gwendolyn Richardson, Moncks Corner.

July 30, 2013

Thanks for always making me laugh. You were my introduction to ENY

Deborah McKee

July 30, 2013

We are with you in this hard time. Your Dad was a great person. He enlightened the hearts of many. Let's cherish his memory forever. You have always been a strong person, and I am sure you will be able to cope with this difficult period.

With Sympathy,

Willis & Deborah McKee

July 30, 2013

Leon was a true inspiration to all who knew and loved him. We feel blessed that he was in our lives with love and grace and he will be in our hearts forever. He was a truly great man and we will sorrowfully miss him and the joy and wisdom he bestowed upon us while he walked this earth.

With Love

Juliet, Frank and Kimberly Peabody

George Johnson

July 30, 2013

May memories of your love one comfort you, and may it help you to know that caring thoughts are with you always.

Arnold O'Kelly

July 30, 2013

You will be missed my brother !!!

You Inspired Others, Your Work Is Done

K. Chip Kyerematin

July 30, 2013

Leon,
May you rest in peace & know that you will surely be missed. I will always remember your smile & kind words. A Brother, Friend & Warrior!

Terrill Hardy

July 30, 2013

We send our deepest sympathy and Our strongest prayers to the Smalls family for your loss.

Lee Newell Sr.

July 30, 2013

Its a honor to have known you n this life time and I thank u for that,REST WITH PEACE,JOB WELL DONE MR SMALLS(lollipop man).

Sweet

July 30, 2013

Rest my brother

Cassandra Martin

July 30, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Smalls family

Dawn Campbell

July 30, 2013

He will always be remembered as an important cog in the transit wheel. He was very instrumental in helping to keep Bus Operators employed. We loved him but God loved him more.

Steve Watson

July 30, 2013

R.I.P. LEON, YOU ARE EAST NEW YORK'S DEPOT ALL TIME FAVORITE DISPATCHER

Helen Hendrick

July 30, 2013

To the family I can truly know how it feels to lose a love one, u r in my prayers

Calvin Williams & Family

July 30, 2013

Words can't express our sorrow, you are in our prayers. Uncle Leon you will be missed.

Bill Griffin (BG)

July 29, 2013

With thoughts of sympathy, When you lose someone very precious. Many caring thoughts are with you. CO-wORKER NYCTA.

Leon Smalls

July 29, 2013

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NYCTA REUNION

Leon Smalls

July 29, 2013

EE

July 29, 2013

When I'm counting all my blessings, there's one thing I always do-
I stop and say a "Thank-You, Lord!" for very special you.
For you're someone who will always be a most important part of the warm and treasured memories I hold within my heart.

Relda Larguet

July 29, 2013

Rest in supreme peace, uncle Leon. You are surely missed!

john dingle

July 29, 2013

My Deepest Sorrows Go Out to The Smalls Family .

Sherl Wiggins McClaurin

July 29, 2013

To the family
I can truly say I feel your pain for I know what it feels like to lose a sibling; "But God" He will provide you all the strength that you need.May The Peace of God Be With You...

Byron and Cathy Upchurch

July 29, 2013

In life there are men and then there are great men. Mr. Smalls was indeed a great man that will be forever missed but always remembered. I know that the family will feel his strength, for now he is a great angel.

July 29, 2013

One more beautiful spirit has found its way to the heavens. He always had a smile on his face and God in his heart. Sadly he will be missed.

Carolyn W McCoy

July 29, 2013

Lu'Shorn, May the peace of God be with you and your family. May the love you have for your father live on in your hearts.

Georgette Stewart

July 28, 2013

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures that I carry wherever you go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it's the memories of you that are the most precious.

Organist,
New Bethel Reformed Episcopal Church

Lillian Robinson

July 28, 2013

To the Smalls Family

Life is here and suddenly gone
for some it's short, for others long.

The answer lies beyond our reach
it's for us to learn and not to teach

Jesus is with us in times we mourn
Has never left us since we were born
With loving arms He comforts the soul
and puts our lives back into control

A time of joy and a time to weep
promises forever our soul He'll keep
Know our heart goes out to you
yet we know He'll see you through

Fond farewells to Leon "Lee" Smalls.

May he rest in peace.

With Deepest Sympathy!

Carolyn(24) s

July 28, 2013

He will surely be missed. You are on our minds and in our hearts.

Carolyn(24) s

July 28, 2013

He will surely be missed. You are on our minds and in our hearts.

Maurice Williams

July 28, 2013

God has called a great man home! Nothing but love and respect for you Sir!

Patricia West

July 28, 2013

Prayers for strength during your time of bereavement

Dee Dee and Poppie Thompson Smiley

July 28, 2013

Words can't explain how I feel but I will say that Brother Smalls will be missed. I will miss him calling me "pretty girl" and his wonderful smile. He was example of a solider for Christ. To the family, I love you guys and I pray for your comfort during these times. We love him but God loves him most. Rest on Bro Smalls.

July 28, 2013

thank you for all yo love miss you so muc littl little Leon!

nicole townsend

July 28, 2013

Sending love from my family to yours.

Tiffany Monroe

July 28, 2013

To the SMALLS we send love and prayers for comfort. I will sure miss pulling up to a light and seeing him in the van and that glowing smiling . We may have lost him but God gained an angel
SUPERMOM n Kids

Gloria Fulton

July 28, 2013

To the Smalls family,I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one, may the hand of God shine down his light of love during this most difficult time.There are no words to ease the pain of death, but God will see you through. My prayers and Deepest of sympathy goes out to the entire family.

Gloria Fulton

July 28, 2013

To the Smalls family we are so sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one, may the light of God's hand shine down upon all during this most difficult time.There are no words to ease the pain of death, but God will see you through.

Wayne & Valerie Anderson

July 27, 2013

In Loving Memory of a Wonderful God Fearing Man. May God help and Guide you. With Loving Thoughts. We will keep you all in our prayers.

Ernest & Cherry Pinckney

July 27, 2013

Celebrating a Life well Lived. We will Cherish the Great Memories Forever. We will continue to keep the family in our prayers. Know that God will see you Through the days, weeks, months and years ahead.

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