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Barbara Black Crozier, age 91, passed away on November 21, 2024, in San Angelo, Texas. She was born on December 7, 1932, in Eldorado, Oklahoma, to Jesse Ray Black and Jewel Imogene Harris. Barbara was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, and her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Barbara spent her childhood in Eldorado and Tulsa, Oklahoma, as well as Denton, Texas before moving to various cities including Victoria, Corpus Christi, Bryan, and ultimately San Angelo.
On March 5, 1960, she married James Allen Crozier in Corpus Christi, Texas, and they enjoyed 32 years together full of love, adventure, and service to others.
Barbara was known for her independent spirit, positivity, and vibrant personality. She enjoyed activities such as quilting, needlepoint, crocheting, knitting, and sewing. In addition, Barbara and her husband were active members of the Comal County Sheriff’s Posse, where she rode a bay mare as part of the drill team. She had a special fondness for cats, butterflies, and redbirds, and while gardening was not her passion, she loved being surrounded by beautiful flowers. Barbara loved to travel with friends and family and visited several foreign countries. Having been surrounded by Aggies, she became a fan of Aggie football as well as the Cowboys.
Barbara was dedicated to giving back to her community, volunteering for many years at Driscoll Children’s Hospital in Corpus Christi and at the women’s and children’s wing at Shannon Hospital in San Angelo.
After moving to San Angelo, Barbara became a member of Belmore Baptist Church until she was no longer able to drive, at which point she transferred her membership to Veribest Baptist Church.
Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, James Allen Crozier, and her parents.
She is survived by her brother, James Ronald Black and wife Dagmar (deceased); daughter, Lisa Crozier Beasley and husband Mitchell; son, Allen Ray Crozier and wife Barbara; grandchildren Tyler Beasley, Clayton Beasley and wife Amber, Ryan Crozier, Cade Crozier, Adam Crozier, Jade Rhea, and Cambel Rhea; great-granddaughter Cozetta Beasley; nieces, Nancy Kincaid and husband Richard (deceased), Barbara Bludau and husband Kenneth, Sandy Smeltzer and husband Brian, Tina Petersen and husband Henry; nephew, Dan Crozier and wife Tamara; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.
The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to the residents and staff at St. Angelus and Gentiva Hospice for their love and care of Barbara in her final years.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, November 24, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas. A memorial service will take place on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas. A graveside service will follow on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Waelder Community Cemetery in Waelder, Texas.
The officiants for the service will be Tyler Beasley and David Templin. Pallbearers will be Mitchell Beasley, Kenneth Bludau, Dan Crozier, Ryan Crozier, Cade Crozier, and Adam Crozier.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the following ministries:
• West Gate Baptist - Missions Ministry
843 W Broadway, Trenton, IL 62293
• Hays Hills Baptist Church - Restore & Rebuild Ministry
1401 N FM 1626, Buda, TX 78610
Barbara's life was one of love, faith, and kindness, and her memory will live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her.