Danny E. Small, 73, of Columbus, passed at 2:05 p.m. Friday January 13, 2023, at Columbus Regional Hospital. He was born November 1, 1949, in Columbus, the son of Loren E. and Betty Jean (Henderson) Small. He was a lifelong resident of Bartholomew County and graduated from Columbus High School in 1967. He retired from Cummins Engine Company in 2002 after 33 years of service. He was a faithful servant of the Crossroads Community Church since its beginning. He loved bowling, being outdoors, and above all else, he loved spending time with his family. He never met a stranger, always had a smile on his face and was always ready with a story or a joke. He married Juliette Frith October 15, 1988, in Edinburgh. Survivors include his wife, Juliette Small; his daughter, Cynthia L. Small of Columbus; his sons, Steven D. Small (Beth) of Bloomington, IL, Robert D. Bowden (Natalie) of Franklin, Richard D. Bowden of Franklin, and Scott Aaron Small of Columbus; his sisters Carol Herron (Everett), Lynda Hadley and Lora Lucas (Thomas) all of Columbus; his eleven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Judith Britt and his brother, Larry Small. The funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 21, 2023, at Crossroads Community Church with Pastor Tracy McIntyre officiating. Burial will follow at the Westport Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held on Saturday January 21, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. to time of service at the church. Bass & Gasper Funeral Home has been entrusted with the services. Memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads Community Church through the funeral home. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.bassgasper.com