Reginald Alan Smallwood known as Bae Bae or Uncle Fats by family and friends was born February 8, 1962 in Norfolk County VA (now known as Chesapeake VA) to Mary Elizabeth Mourning and Glen Smallwood which both preceded in death. He was the youngest of five children and raised in Crestwood area on 201 Grant Street. Reginald departed this life on August 21, 2020.
Reginald graduated from Indian River High School Chesapeake VA in 1980. He worked for Manning Convalescent Home in Portsmouth VA for 15 years as an Assistant Director of Maintenance. This is where he met his beloved wife Carolyn Smallwood. Later he went to work for Docc Transportation driving van then promoted to Dispatcher Supervisor for 6 years until his illness.
Reginald join Faith Deliverance Christian Center under the leadership of Bishop Barbara Amos and Pastor Sharon Riley. He worked with the homeless ministry.
Reginald leaves to cherish his wife Carolyn Smallwood of 25 years. Two daughters; LaShonda Morning (Terry) and Samantha Whitley both of Chesapeake VA. Two granddaughters; Brittany Cooper and Shonterra Morning both of Chesapeake VA. One grandson; Cedric Whitley. Two great grands daughters; Breasia White and Jhermany Blunt. 1 great grandson; Keion Johnson. Also left to cherish his memory is his three brothers, Gary Smallwood of Dale City, Virginia; William Smallwood (Gwen); and Andy Smallwood (Deborah aka Judy) Robby Sheppard (Gayla); all of Chesapeake, Virginia. Two aunts, Anette Jackson of Baltimore, Maryland and Peggy A. Moran, Norfolk, Virginia; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins and friends.
Special thank Byron Smallwood for all his time and effort for caring for his uncle.
To My Husband, who loved me unconditionally. He would always say I got you. Even when he was ill, he always worried about me. Even in hospital with a whisper of his voice he told Samantha to go get your mom some food. He always protected and my provided.
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Barbara Nixon Halsey says
August 25, 2020 at 1:25 pmPRAYING FOR THE SMALLWOOD FAMILY AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. DEEPEST CONDOLENCES BARBARA NIXON HALSEY AND FAMILY ( OLD CRESTWOOD)
Rosalind Abankwah says
August 26, 2020 at 11:11 amWe offer our condolences to the Smallwood family during this time of bereavement. Praying that the peace of God surround you and the love of God comfort you in this life’s journey. We all loved Bae Bae and will cherish our memories in our hearts.
Cynthia & Jesse Smith says
August 27, 2020 at 12:05 pmWe are sorry for your lost may GOD give you
the strength you
need as a Family to carry on Our prays ???????? Are with you ????????????????????????
Veronica Carpenter says
August 27, 2020 at 3:08 pmGod bless you, family! Mrs. Smallwood, you know I love you!
Veronica Carpenter & Family
The Family of the late Delzora “Shug” Wiggins - Williamston NC says
August 27, 2020 at 5:28 pmTo Carolyn , Lashonda, Samantha, and The Smallwood Family , words can’t express how we feel when we lose someone we love and is dear to our heart. May you find peace and strength in our Lord and Savior “ Jesus Christ” now ,in the days , weeks , and months ahead. “Be not dismayed ,whatever betide God Will Take Care Of You“.
EuNice R Smith says
August 29, 2020 at 12:25 amI am so sorry to hear about your loss. Sending my thoughts and Prayers to the Smallwood family. May you find peace in knowing that the Lord is there to comfort you and your family.
Portia says
September 14, 2020 at 3:55 pmMy thoughts and prayers are with you. Love always, Portia
(Joyce Mitchell’s daughter).
Harold says
October 20, 2022 at 10:31 pmReggie, you are the nicest person I’ve ever met. Thanks for allowing me to get to know you. Me, Joe, and Willie still talk about van 100 to this day!! We appreciate you and will keep the great memories alive!!