Keith Allen Kratochvil

Keith Allen Kratochvil obituary, Athens, TN

Keith Allen Kratochvil

Keith Kratochvil Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ziegler Funeral Home on Apr. 8, 2025.

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Keith Allen Kratochvil, age 69, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025. He was born to the late Frank and Ruth Stein Kratochvil in Lindenhurst, NY. Keith was a former resident of Florida and Alabama prior to moving to McMinn County 25 years ago. He was the owner/operator of R & K Construction for over 20 years. Keith was a member of Fairview Baptist Church in Athens.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and a brother: Mark Kratochvil.
Keith is survived by his loving wife of over 50 years: Rebecca Willoughby Kratochvil, a son: Danny Kratochvil (Gina), a brother: George Kratochvil (Kathy), a sister: Sharon Mustang, along with several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Fairview Baptist Church in Athens from 4:00-6:00 PM, on Friday, April 11, 2025. A memorial service will follow at 6:00 PM, with Pastor Jack Scallions officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Mayo Clinic 1-855-852-8129 or Fairview Christian Academy (423) 745-6781.
You are invited to sign the online registry at www.zieglerfuneralhome.com
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