Laurie Jean (Crabtree) Boyette

Laurie Crabtree Boyette, age 62, of Raleigh, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026, after a long and courageous journey with Alzheimer’s disease. Born on November 24, 1963, in Lubbock, Texas, Laurie lived a life filled with music, laughter, and unwavering love for her family and friends. 

A gifted singer, songwriter, and musician, Laurie’s voice was known to “make the windows rattle,” and her songs reflected the warmth and beauty of her spirit. She played both piano and guitar with passion and joy. Beyond music, Laurie found happiness in horseback riding, painting, cooking, and camping under the stars with those she loved. Her compassion extended to all creatures, as she devoted time to rescuing abandoned dogs and cats and was a member of Long Memorial United Methodist Church. 

Laurie is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, John Morgan Boyette, and cherished daughter, Olivia Morgan Boyette, sister, Dana McCabe, and mother-in-law, Alice Boyette. She was preceded in death by her parents, David William Crabtree, and Gay Gardenhire Crabtree; brother, David Crabtree; and father-in-law, C.W. Boyette. 

A celebration of Laurie’s life will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2026 at the Black Horse Run Clubhouse, 11701 Black Horse Run, Raleigh, NC 27613.  Please leave your condolences at the door, this will be a celebration.  Her family takes comfort in the words she lived by: *“I built my life around you.”*

The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers and ask that you please do not send flowers but please consider making a memorial contribution to the Alzheimer’s Association, 4600 Park Road, Suite 250, Charlotte, NC 28209.

Arrangements are by Strickland and Jones Memorial Funeral Services, 1810 Durham Road, Roxboro, NC 27573. Online condolences may be made at stricklandandjonesfs.com.

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