William Wayne "Fatboy" Crockett

William Wayne “Fatboy” Crockett, of Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at T.J. Health Columbia. He was 75 years of age.

Born on August 18, 1950, in Jamestown, he was 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.

Wayne is survived by his children, Amy (and Katie) Norris, of Campbellsville, and Tina (and Adam) Price, of Glens Fork; and one grandson, Justin Price, of Lexington. Wayne is also survived by his brother, Galen (and Connie) Crockett, of Jamestown; two sisters, Lois Meece, of Columbia, and Gladys Daniel, of Jamestown; and several nieces and 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 are 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Bernard Funeral Home, with Brother Christian Naylor officiating. Burial will follow in Crockett Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 P.M. on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the funeral home. Visitation will continue on Saturday morning, beginning at 7:00 A.M. until the time of services.

Pallbearers are Justin Price, Alvin Stotts, Kevin Crockett, Coty Crockett, Mark Crockett, and Tyler Crockett.

Honorary pallbearers are Matthew Crockett, Mike Crockett, Doug Holt, Danny Hill, and Roy Hill.

Arrangements for Mr. William Wayne “Fatboy” Crockett are under the care and direction of Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

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