Visitation: Friday, January 30, 2026
Visitation Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Visitation Location: New Bethel AME Church
4201 W. Columbia Street
Orlando, Florida
Service Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
Service Time: 11:00 AM
Service Location: New Bethel AME Church
4201 W. Columbia Street
Orlando, Florida
Obituary:
Willie Clevon Crayton, 85, departed this life on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Willie was born on August 7, 1940 in Leary, GA to the late Annieree Simmons and Norman Crayton Sr. Willie was employed with the Orange County Department of Corrections as a law enforcement officer and retired as a deputy sheriff.
Willie was a caring, trustworthy, kind hearted and respectable man. He always taught his children how to be strong and resilient. He was a hard worker and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Willie is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Jean Crayton; children, Gary C. (Angie) Crayton, Ricky A. Crayton, Regina (Rev. Wendell) Webster; raised as a son, Jeffrey (Melessia) Polk; 2 sisters, Daisy Thompson, Cyndi Duckett; 3 brothers, Michael (Olivia) Butler, Norman (Doris) Crayton, Terry (Angie) Crayton; 5 grandchildren; and a host of other relatives, former co-workers and many friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026 from 5-7PM at the church. A service of celebration will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, 11:00 AM at New Bethel AME Church, 4201 W. Columbia Street, Orlando, with Apostle Alfonso Austin Jr., officiating. Interment: Woodlawn Memorial Park, Orlando.
9 Comments
Mr Crayton been knowing him all my life I grew down the street from him was like a father to me such a loving and caring person would call him dad even if I did something wrong he say stop that now I am offering my Condolences to the family to Mom Barbara God has you in his hands and to Gary and Ricky love y’all so much praying for you all Another Angel gone home now ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
I knew Willie “TC/Top Cat” Creighton for over 50 years. We were good friends and motorcycle riding buddies for much of that time. TC was a hard working fun loving person who was a friend to all that knew him. I will miss his sense of humor and friendship. I extend my deepest sympathy to his family. There will never be another TC. May he rest in peace.
My deepest sympathy to you Ms. Bobbi, and your family, at the passing of your loved one. May God give you all peace and understanding. Hold tight to the precious memories and Joy you shared with ‘C’ boy.
To the Crayton family and friends,
I worked with Willie in the 70’s & 80’s at the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. He was my mentor and friend for many years. Gary, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father.
Bernie Presha
Sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Crayton. He really was a super nice guy. Very professional and pleasant. My condolences to Gary and the entire family. May our God grant peace, strength and comfort during this difficult season. 🌹
There aren’t enough words in the English language to describe this incredible human being. For over 60 years of my 64 year old life he was a man’s man and a father figure who’s character was impeccable and worthy of emulation. Because of his existence I have my best friend in life and brother (Gary C Crayton). C-Boy you did “the thang;” and as the Bible says, “A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children…” You truly left a legacy for all of us who knew, loved and had the privilege of knowing you. Now take your rest a be at peace, “job well done sir,” and I salute you! And in one of your most memorable sayings, “YES SAH…” I love you Pops.
I met Mr. Crayton ie Mr.‘(C)’ as I came to know him, in 1982. I came home with Gary and his girlfriend Retha for the weekend to go to Disney Worlds for the first. Mr. C didn’t have a lot to say when he spoke, but I knew he was a man of integrity and strength. I could only hope to be the man he was. Sleep in eternity my friend, you’re now with the Father, for the Word of God tells us to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. My comfort to the family in this time of griefing, is that they embrace the memories of Mr. C in their hearts, knowing they will someday see him again on the other side.
My deepest condolences to the Crayton Family.
With deepest sympathy to the Crayton Family. Mr. Cee-Boy will truly be missed.
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