Clayton E Crockett, 58, of Belleville, Illinois, born Sunday, September 25, 1960, in Belleville, IL, died Monday, January 21, 2019 at his residence.
Clayton worked as a Combat Engineer for U.S. Army serving during Desert Storm. After his retirement from the Army he was a contract employee for AT & T.
He was a avid St. Louis Blues fan, fisherman and outdoorsman. He was coach for youth hockey with the Fairview Heights Hawks.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Father: Ronnie K. Crockett
- Father-in-law: James Hamilton
- 2 Angel Grandchildren
Surviving are his:
- Wife: Kathleen A., nee Hamilton, Crockett of Belleville, IL
- 3 Children
- Amber K. (John) Heffernan of Fort Collin, CO
- Ronnie Crockett of Detroit, MI
- Grace Crockett of Belleville, IL
- Mother: Judith, nee Fowler, Dorson of Belleville, IL
- Granddaughter: Kinley Heffernan
- Mother-in-law: Kate Hamilton of Belleville, IL
- Brothers and Sisters-in-law
- Jeanne (Bill) Reiching
- Jim (Jen) Hamilton
- Ann (Teddy) Williams
- Molly (Fiance Charles) Hamilton
- Jennifer Hamilton
- Aunt: Deanna (Rich) Campo
- Many nieces, nephew and cousins
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the Area Humane Society or Galactosemia Foundation
Visitation: Visitation from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm Sunday, January 27, 2019 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, Illinois.
Funeral: A funeral procession will leave from Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL at 9:15 am, Monday, January 28, 2019 for a 9:30 am Mass of Christian Burial at St. Augustine of Canterbury-Belleville with Msgr. Bill McGhee officiating. Interment with Honors will follow at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri.
10 Comments To "Clayton E Crockett"
#1 Comment By Vicki kirtlink On January 23, 2019 @ 8:03 pm
I knew Clay. He was also a good friend of my brother Chris. Prayers to your family! RIP Clay!
#2 Comment By Lloyd Bulman ( Tiny) On January 23, 2019 @ 9:20 pm
To my brother in arms. Essayons Combat Enginners for life. Clay the memories I have of us over in Germany. Good times!
#3 Comment By Dianna Barnhisel On January 24, 2019 @ 8:34 am
I will always picture him as DJ at the Johnson Barracks Club in Germany. Such a nice man. Prayers to your family.
#4 Comment By Clare Hamilton On January 24, 2019 @ 12:19 pm
Kathleen, I’m so sorry for your pain of the loss of your husband. From what I heard about Clay, he was a wonderful person and family man. We know this by seeing your beautiful children….
#5 Comment By Laurielee Rodriguez On January 24, 2019 @ 1:10 pm
I love and respect as a Brother and Solider. With so many memories in Germany. I never really listen to Rock and Roll, till I heard you D.J. I Love you and You will never be Forgotten, in Spirit and Heart.
#6 Comment By Dottie Parker Reinhold On January 24, 2019 @ 7:43 pm
So very sorry!
#7 Comment By Tom Hunter On January 25, 2019 @ 8:45 am
Sincerest condolences to the Crockett family. I had the privilege of playing hockey with Clayton. He was such a nice man and fun to be around. He will be missed. Rest in Peace.
#8 Comment By Dale Hummert On January 25, 2019 @ 8:53 am
I grew up with Clay in the neighborhood. Loved watching him skate on the duck pond. He had fantastic hockey skills and we battled many an hour on that frozen arena! Condolences to his family and friends. Rest easy!
#9 Comment By John Harper On January 27, 2019 @ 2:05 pm
Kathleen, we are truly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love John and Sherry
#10 Comment By Jan Wilson Lacey On January 27, 2019 @ 2:45 pm
My prayers go out to Kathy and her whole family. May God give you strength and guidance during your time of grieving. God Bless!