John Leslie Small, age 69, of Jasper

John Leslie Small, age 69, of Jasper, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2020, at his residence.

He was born July 22, 1951, in Huntingburg, to Albert Jack and Kathleen (Wellemeyer) Small.  John was a former realtor, pilot and truck driver and would enjoy taking his kids and grandchildren for rides.  He was a member of the Holland American Legion Post 343, Huntingburg Jaycees and Huntingburg Optimist Club.  He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Kathy Small Brescher.

He is survived by one daughter, Kristina (Barry) Oxley of Huntingburg; one son, Matthew (Jackie) Small of Holland; two sisters, Connie Davis of West Lafayette, Indiana and Jackie (Eric) Uebelhor of Ferdinand; two brothers, Jeff Small of Orange Park, Florida and Kevin Small of Gilbert, Arizona; and by two grandchildren, Brandon and Conner Oxley.

A celebration of life for John Leslie Small will be held at a later date.