James E. Crockett

James E. Crockett, 71, Brownsburg, passed away June 3, 2016. Mr. Crockett was born August 29, 1944, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, to the late Edgar and Mary (Ball) Crockett.

He graduated from Ben Davis High School and worked for Link-Belt for more than 40 years, retiring in 2006. He later enjoyed working at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and at O’Reilley Raceway Park. An avid car enthusiast, it is fair to say that Jim liked anything on wheels that went fast. He attended and competed in various car shows with his 1933 Ford Coupe. Earlier in life, he raced bicycles and go-karts. Jim will be remembered fondly by a loving family and many friends.

Survivors include his sons, James David Crockett (Angela) of Mooresville and Doug Crockett of Florida; grandchildren, Caleb England, Kara Beasley, Cordell Crockett, Emily Beasley, Keaton Crockett, Jocelyn Crockett, Katelyn Beasley, and Callie Crockett.

Friends and family will gather to celebrate the life of James E. Crockett on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 5 to 7 p.m., in the chapel at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. The service will follow at 7 p.m. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.