BUXTON — Steven Lamont Crockett, 65, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2015.

He was born in Westbrook on June 19, 1950, a son of the late Lewis “Skip” and Grace (Emery) Crockett.

Steven proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, and later went on to work as a truck driver for companies such as Cianbro and Aceto Construction.

He will always be remembered for his love of family, friends and especially his grandchildren.

Besides spending time with his family, Steven enjoyed watching NASCAR and camping.

Steven is a past deputy chief of the Chicopee Fire Station in Buxton.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Leslie (Lewis) Crockett; children, Tyna Crockett of Limington and Stefanie Crockett of West Baldwin; siblings, Gale Heal, Trudy Cummings, Brenda Ireland, Sharon Betty, Mark Crockett, Michael Crockett, Cheryl Ranks and Gary Crockett; and his grandchildren.

Per Steven’s request, services will be private.

Arrangements are with Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service, Buxton. Online condolence messages can be submitted at the funeral home’s website, www.mainefuneral.com

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Victory Junction Camp, 4500 Adams Way, Randleman, NC 27317.