He retired as a corrections officer for the State of Virginia and worked as a security guard for Marksman Security.
He was the secretary for Birds Bowling League, Henrico County and the Thursday A.M. Mixed Bowling League.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clinton and Norma Max Small; and sister, Ilona Small.
He is survived by his wife, Virginia Richmond Small; son, Kendall Ray Small, Jr.; sister, Chambra Small Miles of Hemet, California; brother, Jerry Lynn Small of Hemet, California; and niece, Delilah Dawn “DeeDee” Small and her husband, Dan both of Hemet, California.
A memorial service will be held Friday, March 10, 2023 at 10 a.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, VA 23231.
Online condolences may be made at www.nelsenrichmond.com.