November 4, 2026, 86, Goldsboro – Mary Moore Crabill, 86, of Goldsboro, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro.
Born in Glasgow and raised in Paisley, Scotland, Mary was the fifth of six children born to John and Adeline Moore. A proud Scot who retained her British citizenship throughout her life, she maintained a deep affection for her homeland’s history, culture, and cuisine.
Mary spent many years working as a teacher’s aide in the Wayne County Public School System, where she helped young children conquer reading challenges. She approached her work with enthusiasm and encouragement, finding particular joy in helping children discover the pleasures of reading. She also delighted in sharing stories from her Scottish heritage, including the beloved tale of Greyfriars Bobby.
Mary was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Community at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and St. Mary Catholic Church in Goldsboro.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John P. Crabill Sr.; her grandson, Ian Patrick Crabill; and her siblings Elizabeth, Patrick, and Helen.
She is survived by her son, John P. Crabill Jr., and his wife, Stacy, of Joshua Tree, California; and her granddaughter, Madison Skye Crabill, whose passionate advocacy for immigrant rights in Southern California honors Mary’s own journey to America. She is also survived by her sisters, Celina (Bob) and Ann (Steve), and her nieces and nephews, Michael, Lesley, Stephen, Paul, and Mark.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you consider a small donation to Wayne County Public Schools in support of elementary reading education.
Services will be held at a later date.
The family is in the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.
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