Small, Markanna's Obituary
Markanna Small, 81, of Memphis (formerly Germantown) passed away on November 7, 2024, with her husband by her side.
Markanna was born on November 16, 1942, in Pueblo, CO to Mary Beth (Chapman) and Mark Klune. She married Robert L. Small Jr. on November 30, 1963. Markanna was a dedicated wife and mother. Later in life she enjoyed sharing her love of gardening, flowers and plants while working at a garden center and florist shop. Markanna and her husband also spent their retirement years traveling and line dancing. Markanna taught and attended many line dance workshops making lifelong friends along the way. She was a devoted grandmother and great grandmother.
Surviving is her husband, Robert, of almost 61 years. Children Bob Small; Cindy (Russ) Thomasson; Kelly (Jeremy) Shirley. Grandchildren Destiny (fiancé Conner) Small; Tim (Kara) Small; Sasha (fiancé Aiden) Thomasson; Austin Thomasson; Kaylee (Josh) DeWalls; Quinn Shirley; Joe (Katie) Green; Reanna (Charlie) Kowalski. Great grandchildren Layla, Nathan, and Lyla.
Markanna was preceded in death by her parents, and son, Timothy Small.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers please make a contribution to an Alzheimer Association.
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