William Anderson Small

William "Bill" Anderson Small, 70, of Liberty Township, passed away on Sunday, May 31st, 2026 at the Cleveland Clinic, surrounded by his family.

Bill was born on September 15th, 1955 in Weirton, WV, a son to Anderson and Emma (Johns) Small Jr.

After high school, Bill proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, traveling the world as a corporal in communications responsible for sensitive and confidential information before he was honorably discharged. Thereafter he became a safety inspector at WCI Steel.

Throughout his life Bill enjoyed many hobbies. He was an avid marksman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and cooking, and most recently he became a pitmaster who hosted many barbecues where good food and fond memories were made. His biggest joy was his family.

For over 35 years, Bill dedicated countless hours to his NA Fellowship where he helped others find hope, strength, and healing through recovery. Through this devotion to mentoring and sponsoring those in their sobriety journeys, he touched many lives. This was Bill's ministry.

He leaves to cherish his memory his children, William Smith, Jennifer M. Small, Vaughn M. Small, and Kenise Gardner; grandchildren, Vaughn M. Small, Jr., Peter Small, Jenise Turner, Marquise Oliver, Deshayla Floyd, Tyquavious Tolefree, Amiah Smith, Javen Jordan, William Smith Jr., and William Smith III; sisters, Debra Small and Andrea Heplin; brothers, Vaughn (Stephanie Walker) Small and Anthony Small; along with many adored nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Anderson and Emma Small.

A memorial service, which will include military honors, for Bill will be held on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, at 2pm at Blackstone Funeral Home in Girard, with a luncheon/repass to follow at the Franciscan Shrine of Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted, 517 Belle Vista Ave. in Youngstown, 44509.