David Martin Crockett

Carmel - 72, passed away April 15, 2021. He was born September 30, 1948 in Indianapolis to the late Harold M. and Harriet E. Crockett. David was an avid musician and music aficionado his entire life. As a teenager, David taught himself to play the guitar and drums. David began his career in music in 1964 with his first band, The Chancemen, in which he was a drummer. David then went on to play in the very successful Indianapolis band, The End, in which he was the lead singer. David played in bands all through high school and college in order to pay for his education expenses. In 1969, David toured as the drummer with the Kappa Pickers on a USO tour through the Caribbean, Cuba & Panama. David attended Indiana University from 1966-1970. David received his Bachelor's Degree from Indiana University in 1970.

David began his business career in 1970 with Indiana National Bank. In 1971, he went to work as a salesman for the JM Smucker Company. Fortuitously, in 1973, David merged his love of music with his professional career when he went to work for Father's & Son's Record Company and it's sister company, Karma Records, eventually taking over the role of Managing Partner. By the 1990's, David's businesses were diversifying with the formation of Williams Realty Group, a commercial real estate acquisitions and development company; DayMarc Homes, a residential home construction company & Capitol Construction, a commercial construction company with offices in Indianapolis & Chicago.

David was a fun-loving, gregarious & generous man. He was an avid Colts fan, loved to travel, was fanatic about Jaguars and other exotic automobiles and collected watches, coins & stamps. But the most amazing thing about David was how much he loved and treasured his family.

David is survived by his wife, Susan Crockett; and his children, Adam (Ambre) Crockett, Katie (Josh) Kelly, Lizzie (Brad) Redman, Daniel Crockett and Debra (Jordan) Lauber; grandchildren, Isabella Kelly, Chloe Kelly, Kingston Crockett, Kaeta Crockett, Vivian Kelly, Olivia Kelly, Oliver Redman & Liam Lauber; his sister, Linda (Jack) Roberts; and his brother, William (Joan) Crockett.

A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, April 29, 2021 at the The Vogue, 6259 North College Avenue, Indianapolis from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a ceremony at 5:30 p.m. Registration for David's Celebration of Life is required. Attendees can register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebration-of-life-for-david-crockett-tickets-151557668065

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Indiana Independent Venue Alliance (https://www.indianavenuealliance,org/) whose mission is to help small businesses whose livelihoods depend on live music.

Final care and arrangements are entrusted to Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel. www.shirleybrothers.com.

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Published by The Indianapolis Star from Apr. 22 to Apr. 25, 2021.

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Tom Griswold

April 28, 2021

I will always remember Dave’s great laugh and his extraordinary generosity. He was instrumental in the success of all of the Bob and Tom Show charity recordings.

Over the years we raised more than a million dollars for a variety of charitable organizations.

It never would have been possible without the organizational brilliance of Dave Crockett.

Many of us owe him more than a million "Thank yous .”

George and Patti Freije

April 27, 2021

Dave was the heart and soul of Karma Records and Father's and Suns. He was the mortar that held it together. He was a true and honest friend, loved by everyone and he sorely missed.

George and Patti Freije

Asher Benrubi

April 27, 2021

I love/loved Dave Crockett. He was a fun fellow, a very hip fellow...an astute businessman...and when he was on stage, a consumate singer/frontman/entertainer. He always supported me in my music and radio careers. Though I had not seen nor talked with him for a number of years, his friendship in the way-back-when was/is a great life's memory as was Dave a great man. With sadness...big condolences from here.

Shannon Crockett

April 26, 2021

I was so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Our families had many good times together and watching fireworks on the Fourth of July was always so much fun and has given me a lifetime of special memories. Prayers for the family -God's blessings and peace.

Randy Hinshaw

April 26, 2021

I'm do sorry for your lost. Dave was great guy and someone I always looked up to. He ran a great ship at Father and Sons, and I will always treasure those days.

Cynthia Crockett Mazelin

April 25, 2021

Linda and Bill,
I was so sorry to hear of Dave’s death. I remember so many good family gatherings with him on 49th Street, especially on the Fourth of July. My condolences and prayers for both of you. May he Rest In Peace.

Pam Maas-Maciak

April 25, 2021

Susan I’m so sorry for you and your families tremendous loss. I will never forget Dave from my Father’s and Son’s days. The best years of my life and a wonderful person to work for. Know that all of us are thinking of you and yours at this time. Safe flight Dave! You will be missed!

Kerry Michael Manders

April 24, 2021

Dear Susan — my deepest thoughts & condolences for David’s passing. David was a great guy who shared a love of music & life. My memories are from so long ago, yet as fresh as last week.

May you withstand the grief & loss with memories of a life well lived.

May God bless you & yours.

Best wishes in deepest grief,

Kerry Michael Manders

Cathy Schuster Tilford

April 23, 2021

I am so sorry to learn of Dave’s passing. I have many fond and happy memories of things we shared together during school days. Good guy always. He will be missed.

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