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Michael Lee Smalls

9/13/1989 - 12/24/2024

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Obituary For Michael Lee Smalls

On a beautiful fall morning, September 13, 1989 Minister Carmen Bowman was blessed with her third child. She named him Michael Lee Smalls. He was a cute, curious, rambunctious little boy who got into everything and got away with a lot because he had such an infectious smile.

Michael was known by several names, sometimes just Mike, and sometimes Yodie.

Michael attended the public schools of Charleston and Berkeley Counties. He was a graduate of Hanahan High School. Mike worked several jobs and his last job was as kitchen manager at Chicken Salad Chick located in Mount Pleasant, SC. He also enjoyed doing lawn care. He was a fan of the Carolina Panthers.

Mike gave his life to Christ and joined Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church March 16, 2003, and was baptized by Reverend Dr. Augustus D. Robinson, Jr. Michael’s life, like many of ours, was a journey, and he moved back home with his mother and family. He re-dedicated his life to Christ under Reverend Dr. Byron Benton with plans to be re-baptized. He was excited about his new start at Mount Moriah. His mother was happy beyond measure that he found his way back. To God Be the Glory!!

His sudden passing was very painful and surreal for his family.

Mike leaves to mourn his loss, but cherish his memories: his mother, Min. Carmen Bowman, stepfather, Cleveland Bowman, his son, Antonio Bernard Smalls, one sister, Tremella Smalls, One brother Keith Smalls (Lynn), his nephew, Quintin Smalls, and his niece, Zahria Lewis, 7 aunts, 4 uncles, and a host of close, loving cousins, friends, and acquaintances.

The Home Going Service will take place on Saturday, January 4, 2025, 11:00 AM at Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church. The Wake service will take place on Friday, January 3, 2025 at the church from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

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    Tyneshia Wilson sent Ocean Breeze Spray for Michael Lee Smalls - 01/03/2025

    With love and prayers, we send our deepest sympathy during this time of loss. May cherished memories bring you comfort and strength. Our thoughts are with you. With love, The Wilson Family

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  • 01/11/2025

    My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Michael Smalls. I know this is a difficult time and may God continue to comfort and strengthen the family during this time of bereavement. May the many cherished and loving memories of Michael continue to comfort his family and friends. A comforting promise is at Revelation 21:4 "and he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." May you all have calming thoughts during this time.

  • 01/04/2025

    Min. Smalls, you and family have my deepest sympathy. God will grant strength. In Jesus Christ holy name. Amen. ✝️💜 Apostle Doris Haynes & Family

  • 01/04/2025

    Condolences & prayers to the family & acquaintances of Michael Lee Smalls🙏

  • 01/03/2025

    Dear Carmen Bowman and Family, I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your son, Michael. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this incredibly difficult time. I fondly recall worshipping with your family when the boys were young. Yes, I remember Michael's cunning smile. Those moments of fellowship and connection remain cherished memories. May you find comfort in the love and support of those around you, and may Michael's memory be a source of strength and peace. With deepest sympathy, Renee' Gourdine

  • 01/02/2025

    Our prayers and condolences to the family. May God sustain and strengthen you during this difficult time.

  • 01/02/2025

    Michael had a caring personality. He loved his family and was always offering positivity. He will be greatly missed. Carman and family we are praying for your strength and comfort.🙏🏾 The Bodisons

  • 12/31/2024

    My condolences to Min. Carmen and family. I will remember that smile that Michael always had whenever I saw him.

  • 12/30/2024

    To The Family, Please Accept My Heartfelt Condolences. Truly the loss of a precious loved one is most difficult. Please find comfort in the promise our most loving Heavenly Father Jehovah God gives us in Revelation 21:4"And He will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more; neither will mourning; nor outcry; nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." Yes, We can look forward to a time soon to come when all suffering including death will be done away with forever. For more encouraging information from the bible. Please visit jw.org and view the video "What is the Condition of the Dead?"

  • 12/29/2024

    Condolences and Prayers to the Smalls family. Much love sent to you during your hours of bereavement. Always in His Name Jesus Christ our Savior 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

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