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John E. Small, 82, of Mechanicsburg, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017, in Miami Valley Hospital.
He was born July 21, 1935, in Zanesfield, a son of the late Willard and Helen Hewlings Small.
John was a high school graduate. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He retired after 35 years of service from Navistar. John faithfully attended Kennard Church of the Nazarene for 45 years. He was a kind-hearted individual, always willing to help others.
He is survived by his daughter, Brenda (Jeff) Dyer; his sons, Mike Small and Rob (Jen) Small; brother, Robert (Betty) Small; sisters, Florence (Donald) Hostetler and Mary (Fred) Woerlein.
He also is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Alice (Watts) Small; and brothers, James and William Small.
Calling is from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, in Vernon Funeral Home, Urbana, where funeral services begin at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 30, with Pastor Stephen Anstine officiating.
Burial is in Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Cable.
Memorial contributions may be made to the PAWS Animal Shelter, 1535 W. State Route 36, Urbana, OH 43078. Condolences may be expressed at www.vernonfh.com.