On August 20th, 2026 Lawrence Small of Rockville, MD passed away. Beloved husband of Rea Small; devoted father of Donald (Lauren) Small, Fred (Diane) Small, Terri (Richard Shapiro) Small, and Gail (William) Merriam; cherished grandfather of Adam (Rachel) Small, Sara (Gabe) Small, Ben (Beth) Small, Emily (Jon) Shapiro, Aaron Shapiro, Noah Merriam, and Eliza Merriam; also survived by 6 great-grandchildren. 

He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Raised in Brooklyn and retired to Florida, Larry made the most of his years, enjoying life with family and friends. He was a devoted Dodger's fan, loved a good spy novel, a great conversation, and would always welcome you with a great smile.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, August 8, 2026 at 10:30am in the Garden of Remembrance Chapel followed by burial at Garden of Remembrance. 

Memorial contributions may be made to Johns Hopkins Pediatric Oncology or Alzheimer's Foundation.

Services entrusted to Sagel Bloomfield Danzansky Goldberg.