Nancy Annette Crafton

Nancy Annette Crafton

October 14, 1954 – August 26, 2026

Nancy Annette Crafton, 71, went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2026. She was born on October 14, 1954, to Eugene Weaver and Hazel Crafton.

Nancy was a beautiful soul whose life was centered around her faith, her family, and the many people she loved. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother and great-grandmother, beloved sister, and dear friend. Her greatest happiness came from being surrounded by her family, especially her grandchildren, who held a very special place in her heart.

Nancy had a gentle and loving spirit and found joy in the simple blessings of life. She loved fishing, traveling, and making memories with her family. She especially enjoyed trips to the beach and the mountains, where she could take in the beauty of God's creation and enjoy precious time with those she loved.

Nancy was a woman of strong Baptist faith who loved the Lord dearly and treasured her church family. Her faith was an important part of who she was, and she found special joy in participating in the blessing of the bikes for Thunder Sunday. Her love for God, her church, and her community was a beautiful reflection of the heart she carried throughout her life.

Nancy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bobby Lee Crafton Sr., and her sister, Debra Weaver.

She leaves behind to cherish her beautiful memory her mother, Hazel Crafton; her stepfather, Charles Crafton; her son, Bobby Crafton Jr., and his wife, Crystal Crafton; her daughters, Deirdre Lynn Crafton, Candy Dawn Crafton, and Sonia Renee Crafton; and her siblings, David Weaver, Dale Weaver and his wife, Peggy Weaver, and Richard Weaver.

She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren, Isaac Bradshaw, Christian Bradshaw, Mercedes Shufford, and Zackary Shufford, as well as her seven precious great-grandchildren.

Nancy's family was her greatest treasure. She poured her love into her children and grandchildren and created a lifetime of memories that will continue to be cherished for generations to come. Her laughter, kindness, warmth, and loving presence will be deeply missed, but the love she gave so freely will remain forever in the hearts of those she leaves behind.

Nancy lived a life filled with faith, love, family, and beautiful memories. She leaves behind not only a family who adored her, but also a legacy of love that will continue through her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Though our hearts are heavy with her absence, we find comfort knowing that Nancy is now resting in the arms of the Lord she loved so dearly. She has finished her earthly journey and has gone home to her eternal reward.

Rest peacefully, sweet Nancy. Until we meet again, may your love, your faith, and your beautiful memory forever shine in the hearts of all who knew and loved you.

Please sign the online guestbook on the Memorial Wall at www.caringcremations.net. The Crafton family has entrusted arrangements to Caring Cremations in Hickory. 609 Highland Avenue SE, Hickory, NC 28602.