Mr Daniel Laban "Labe" Little, Jr.

Daniel Laban “Labe” Little, Jr., 86, died at home on December 17, 2014. He was born on September 26, 1928, in Albemarle, NC, to Daniel Laban Little, Sr. and Flora Mae McKeithen Little. He is survived by his wife, Mary Martin Hassell Little, of Salisbury, and his sister, Jane Little Gibson and husband Bob, of Atlanta, Georgia. Labe was a graduate of Albemarle High School and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as well as a veteran of the U.S. Army. He served in Europe with the Army of Occupation and was recalled for the Korean War. Labe was an agency manager for Metropolitan Life Insurance Company for 24 years. At the age of 55, he retired from Metropolitan and formed his own insurance agency. Labe was an avid golfer well into his later years, sharing his enthusiasm for the sport with the Golf Association of Rowan Seniors and serving as president of that organization. He was a fan of basketball and football, particularly enjoying watching his Tarheels. Labe was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. Known as a gifted conversationalist, he had a quick wit and original sense of humor. Labe made friends easily and kept them for a lifetime. The family wishes to express gratitude to the many friends and neighbors who have provided comfort and support during his illness and for the spiritual support from First Presbyterian Church. Labe’s wife and family are especially thankful for the exceptional, compassionate care that Rowan Hospice and Palliative Care and Hospice Continuous Care of Winston-Salem have provided. In addition to his wife and sister, Labe is survived by his three children, Lane Yow and husband David of Fuquay-Varina, Anne Little and Dan Little of Winston-Salem, and two grandchildren, Carole Yow Guttery and husband Derek, and Chris Yow of Raleigh. The family will receive friends from 12-1 PM Monday (Dec. 22) at Summersett Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow at 1 PM in Summersett Memorial Chapel conducted by Dr. Jim C. Dunkin & Dr. Randal V. Kirby, Ministers of First Presbyterian Church. Inurnment will follow at the U.S. National Cemetery, Statesville Blvd location. Memorials: Memorials may be sent to Rowan Hospice and Palliative Care, 720 Grove Street, Salisbury, NC, 27144. Summersett Funeral Home is serving the Little family. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com.

Mr Daniel Laban "Labe" Little, Jr.

September 26, 1928 - December 17, 2014