Barbara Ann Crockett's Obituary
Barbara Ann Crockett
Mrs. Barbara Ann Crockett, 80, of Laurel, Delaware, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home on Thursday morning, June 11, 2026, with her loving family by her side.
Born in Salisbury, Maryland, on May 18, 1946, Barbara was the daughter of the late Arthur and Helen Hearne Williams. Some of her warmest memories were from her days growing up on her Mom and Dad’s farm in Laurel, DE. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Irma Hastings and by her husband of 48 years, Everett Paige Crockett, whom she married on Feb 14, 1970.
Barbara was a graduate of Laurel High School, Class of 1964, where she marched with the band as a majorette. She was also once a member of the Eastern Shore Gospel Choir with her father. In her early years, she enjoyed dancing and even won a dance contest that was broadcast on WBOC.
Barbara devoted herself to her family as a homemaker. She took great pride in maintaining a warm and welcoming home and caring for her husband and children. She was a great cook and her family always looked forward to her Sunday afternoon dinners. Barbara was a loving and caring Mom and Grandmother. She always put her family first and supported her children and grandchildren in everything they did.
She enjoyed bird watching and feeding the birds in her backyard as well as spending time watching the boats at the OC Inlet. She was a huge fan of singer Elvis Presley and NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon. But above all, she enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren who were the light of her life
Barbara is survived by her son, Barry Crockett of Laurel, Delaware; her daughter, Lori Impson and her husband, Chris, of Millsboro, Delaware; and her three stepdaughters, Robin Smith of Moncks Corner, South Carolina, Wendy Waller of Seaford, Delaware, and Debbie Scaggs of Moncks Corner, South Carolina. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Ryan Impson and Gracie Impson of Millsboro DE, whom she adored and cherished deeply.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Watson Funeral Home and Crematorium, 211 South Washington Street, Millsboro, Delaware 19966. A viewing will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Barbara will be deeply missed and remembered for her love and devotion to her family, her kind heart, and the love and kindness she shared with those who were fortunate enough to know her.
The family would like to express their gratitude and thanks to VITAS Hospice for all their care and support, specifically Danielle, Tish and Diana.
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