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Marcus Christopher Cross, 54, of Harrison, TN passed away peacefully August 13, 2024. He was born on February 9, 1970. He graduated from Tyner High School in 1988, in addition to, receiving several mechanical certificates from Chattanooga State. He was preceded in death by his son, Benjamin Jesse Parker Cross, father, Johnny J. Cross, mother, Carolyn H. Reiffenstein, step-father Kurt E. Reiffenstein, and several step-siblings. He is survived by his son Marcus Christopher Cody Cross, grandson Samuel Kurt Cross, true love Mary Hall, brother John Kevin Cross (Tammy), sister Jennifer P. Cross-Brown (David), step-mother, step- brother and step-sisters, many nieces and nephews, and cousins. The family will receive friends and family from 4 pm to 8 pm, on August 30th . A private family memorial will be held at a later time. No formal service will be held following visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hearth Hospice of Chattanooga. Arrangements are by Companion Funeral & Cremation Service, 6018 John Douglass Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-813-3546. To share photos, memories, or condolences please visit www.companionfunerals.com.
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