William Wayne “Fatboy” Crockett, 75, of Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at T.J. Health Columbia. He was born on August 18, 1950 in Jamestown, a son of the late James Frank Crockett and Clara Frances Wigginton Crockett.
Wayne was a heavy equipment operator, working as a truck driver, logger, and for various road departments. Wayne loved talking to his friends over the channels on his CB radio, using his handle, “Fatboy”. He always enjoyed telling stories to anyone who would take the time to listen to him.
Survivors include two children: Amy (and Katie) Norris of Campbellsville and Tina (and Adam) Price of Glens Fork; one grandson: Justin Price of Lexington; one brother: Galen (and Connie) Crockett of Jamestown; two sisters: Lois Meece of Columbia and Gladys Daniel of Jamestown; several nieces & nephews
In addition to his parents, Wayne was preceded in death by two brothers, Willis Crockett and Phallis Crockett; and three sisters, Roxie Crockett, Verlean Dykes, and Vonzie Hill.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Christian Naylor officiating. Burial in Crockett cemetery. Pallbearers were Justin Price, Alvin Stotts, Kevin Crockett, Coty Crockett, Mark Crockett, and Tyler Crockett. Honorary pallbearers were Matthew Crockett, Mike Crockett, Doug Holt, Danny Hill, and Roy Hill
