Eddie Ray Smalll, 83, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026. He was born in Rock Hill, SC on October 17, 1942, son to the late William Jefferson Small Jr. and Mildred Hovis Small.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 12, 2026 at First Baptist Church Indian Trail, 732 Indian Trail Fairview Rd. Indian Trail, NC 28079, with inurnment to follow at Forest Lawn East Cemetery. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 10:00 AM until 10:45 AM in the church sanctuary.

Eddie was a proud United States Navy veteran and an active member at First Baptist Church Indian Trail. He was an avid golfer and his hole in one was one of his proudest achievements. He was also active in the business world, owning and operating Business Forms Plus for 35 years.

Eddie is survived by his son, Jeff Small and wife Carolyn, and two grandchildren, Chloe Small, and Mallory Small.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to First Baptist Church Indian Trail at https://fbcit.org/give or by mail to PO Box 2550 Indian Trail, NC 28079.

Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com

Gordon Funeral Service & Crematory, 1904 Lancaster Ave, Monroe, NC 28112, is honored to be entrusted to care for the Small Family.