William Ross Crabtree was born April 11, 1969, and departed this life Tuesday, April 7, 2026. reaching the age of 56 years. He was the son of the late Wolford Theo and Dorothy Ann (Hood) Crabtree.

He is survived by: his wife, Clara Ryan; one daughter, Ashley Keagle; step children, John Haas and Loren Ryan; and nine grandchildren, Valerie and Levi Keagle, Braylon, Adrianna, John, Jr., Peyton, Phoenix, James, and Wyelo. He is also survived by: two brothers, Wolford Wayne Crabtree and Arnold Edward Crabtree (Sherry); and three sisters, Lois Phillips (David), Deborah Sherril, and Donna Iles (Abe); along with a host of family and friends who mourn his passing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wolford and Dorothy Crabtree.

He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

There will be no public services.

Hicks-Vaughn Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.