James Scotty Little, born on November 9, 1965, to the late Bennie Lee Little and Mary Wesley McCoy Little, entered into eternal rest on May 20, 2026, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, surrounded by his loving daughters and siblings. He was preceded in death by his sister, Jacqueline Denise Little.

Scotty attended the public schools of Anson County and graduated from Bowman Senior High School in 1984. Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving from 1985 to 1989. After receiving an honorable discharge, Scotty served an additional four years with the Marine Corps Reserves. During his service, he earned numerous accolades, including the Rifle Marksman Badge, Pistol Sharpshooter Badge, Navy Unit Commendation, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, Meritorious Mast, and Meritorious Unit Commendation.

He confessed Christ at an early age and became a devoted member of Streater Grove AME Zion Church in Morven, NC, where he served faithfully as the Sunday School Superintendent. His commitment to his faith and community was evident in all that he did.

Scotty was employed by the North Carolina Department of Corrections, the City of Monroe Wastewater Treatment Plant, and the Union County Public School System. His dedication to his work and community reflected his strong character and work ethic.

Scotty leaves to cherish his memory his daughters, Jasmine Scott Little and Jalyn Chasity Little of Monroe, NC; his siblings, Alvin C. (Mary) Little of Morven, NC; Debra Lee (Dr. Randy) Johnson of Tampa, Florida; Timothy A. Little of Knightdale, NC; Syrina Cunningham of Charlotte, NC; Cory Gilliam (Tasha) of Union, South Carolina; and Marvin Gilliam of Union, South Carolina. He is also survived by two nieces, Isabella Gilliam and Yanna Gilliam; five nephews, Josiah Johnson, Cameron Gilliam, Wesley Little, Victor Maurice (Tocarro) Herring, and Antonio Maurice (Mariahjh) Herring; five aunts, Mary L. Sturdivant of Rockingham, NC; Mildred McCoy Royal of Greensboro, NC; Annie McCoy McClean of Charlotte, NC; Effie Minger of Charlotte, NC; and Odessa Rorie of Boston, Massachusetts; one uncle, Earnest (Carolyn) McCoy Jr. of Huntersville, NC; and a host of cousins and friends.

Scotty's warm spirit, kindness, and dedication to helping others left a lasting impact on those around him. He was known for his infectious laughter and the joy he brought to every gathering. His legacy of love and service will continue to inspire all who knew him.

The Services to Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mr. Little will be on Saturday, May 30, 2026, 2:00pm, Empowering Word Ministries, 1168 US-52, Wadesboro, North Carolina, 28170. Interment will be in the family plot of the Streater Grove AME Zion Church Cemetery, Morven, North Carolina.

The public viewing will be on Friday, May 29, 2026 from 2:30-6:30pm, Smith's Funeral Home, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina.

The services will be livestreamed on Facebook at H.C. Smith Funeral Home. (You may also retrieve the service by visiting Our Facebook on our main menu page).