Marion Krachtus Obituary

Age - 76

October 6, 2023

Caryville, TN

Marion Krachtus, age 76, of Caryville TN went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 1, 2023. She was of the Catholic faith. She loved to play cards and go to Cherokee North Carolina. She loved coffee and had a laugh that would light up a room. Preceded in death by husband John Ediger. Survived by special friends Rebecca Wolff, Lynn Anders, Rodney Gibson, and Carl Dougherty; her dogs Cocoa, Bobo and Sassy. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral HomeCondolences may be given online at http://www. cross-smithfuneralhome. com

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