Mr. Jerry Dwayne Little, age 78, of Hartwell, GA, formerly of Abbeville, SC, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026, at AnMed Health Medical Center.

Born on May 13, 1947, in Royston, GA, Mr. Little was the son of the late Francis Little and Zelma Mae Moon Little. He was a proud graduate of Abbeville High School, Class of 1965, and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Lander University.

Mr. Little retired from CSX Railroad as a conductor after 33 years of dedicated service. He was previously a member of Sharon Methodist Church in Abbeville, SC, and regularly attended Flat Shoals Baptist Church in Hartwell, GA. Jerry had a deep love for his faith, his family, and his many friends. He especially enjoyed returning to Abbeville to watch the Abbeville High School baseball team.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Shirley Shirley and Frankie Little, and a step-daughter, Monica Brown.

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Shelby Jean Daniel Little of the home; his son, Daniel Little (Sarah) of Abbeville, SC, and daughter, Ivy Steepy (Mike) of Pendleton, SC; and his cherished grandchildren, Jessica Steepy Crayne (John), Caitlin Steepy, Zane Little, Addy Mae Little, Maggie Beth Little, Kinzley Robinson, and Brayden Scott. Siblings Barbara Burden (Mike), Larry Little (Marilyn) and Dennis Little.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 2:00 – 3:00 PM at Flat Shoals Baptist Church, with the funeral service to follow at 3:00 PM. A private inurnment will be held at a later date.

Services have been entrusted to Coile and Hall Funeral Directors and Crematory, 333 E. Johnson Street, Hartwell, GA 30643.