Donald "Don" Crockett

Donald Wayne Crockett of Crawford passed away Tuesday morning, December 22, 2020, at the age of 83.  Visitation will be 5 to 7 P.M. Monday December 28, 2020, at First United Methodist Church of Crawford, 376 W. 6th St. Crawford, Texas 76638.  The funeral service will be 10:00 A.M. Tuesday December 29, at the church with Rev. Robyn Young officiating. Interment will be 2:00 P.M. Monday at Robinson Cemetery, under the direction of Grace Gardens Funeral Home, 8220 Woodway Dr.

Donald was born June 26, 1937, in Waco, Texas, the son of the late Albert Sidney and Lucille Virginia (McCune) Crockett. He graduated from La Vega High School and continued his education at Baylor University earning a Doctor of Education  (Ed.D).  After being employed as a teacher and coach in China Spring and Robinson School Districts, Don was superintendent of School in Dawson, San Saba, Donna and Pittsburg, Texas.  After his retirement, Don had a “second career”, that being the business of constructing and renting properties to Baylor University Students.

Survivors include his wife Karen of 24 years; son Randall Crockett; daughter, Karen Harris and husband Peter of Clifton, NJ.  He was a beloved grandfather to his two grandsons, Shea and Thomas Harris.

The guestbook is offered at www.gracegardensfh.com.  Through this site, you are encouraged to leave a tribute or fond memory about Don.