Jerry Norris Small, 76, of Cedar Lane, Appomattox, died Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was the loving husband of Donna Stanley Small for 43 years.

Born in Trinity, N.C., on November 8, 1943, he was the son of the late Glenn Vernon Small and Sadie Black Small. Jerry was a member of Liberty Baptist Church and was currently serving as chairman of the Deacons. He retired after 45 years of service with Thomasville Furniture Industries and was a former member of the Appomattox County Board of Supervisors.

In addition to his wife he is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Rusty and Melissa Small and Scott and Libbie Small; a daughter, Cheryl Small of Greensboro, N.C.; and three grandchildren, James, Ellie, and Thomas; mother-in-law, Rachel Stanley; and numerous special nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers.

A private graveside funeral service will be conducted by Rev. Robert E. Lee at Old Herman Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to Liberty Baptist Church, PO Box 485, Appomattox, VA 24522.

The family wishes for all of Jerry's friends to know, due to the Coronavirus the family has chosen to have a private service at this time.  There will be a celebration of life service to honor his life at a future date.

Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com .