Ralph Hoyt Small, age 78, of Darlington, died Wednesday, March 10, 2010 in a local nursing home. Graveside Services will be Friday, March 12, 2010 at 11:00 AM in Grove Hill Cemetery, directed by Belk Funeral Home.
Ralph Hoyt Small, age 78, of Darlington, died Wednesday, March 10, 2010 in a local nursing home. Graveside Services will be Friday, March 12, 2010 at 11:00 AM in Grove Hill Cemetery, directed by Belk Funeral Home.
Born June 18, 1931 in Lee County, he is the son of the late Hoyt and Lillie Parnell Small. Ralph worked in the textile industry for 27 years in Society Hill and was in the National Guard for 30 years. He was an avid automobile racing fan.
Surviving are a daughter, Shelby Jean Small Howle, a son, Ralph Michael Small both of Darlington, three sisters: Emma Jean Small, Bobbie O’neal, Betty Griggs; one brother J. W. Small, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by three sisters, Joyce Gandy, Peggy Wallace, and Ruby Caulder and a brother, Robert Small.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 Thursday evening at Belk Funeral Home.