Marion Vernell Crabtree

Marion Vernell Crabtree obituary, Durham, NC

Marion Vernell Crabtree

Marion Crabtree Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Clements Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc - Durham on Dec. 7, 2025.
Marion Vernell Crabtree, age 80, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 6, 2025.
Marion was predeceased in death by her father and mother, Walter S. Crabtree and Lillian Vernell Crabtree; brother William E. Crabtree, and sister Annie Crabtree Wagoner. She is survived by her nephew, William Russell Wagoner (Stefanie); niece, Sheila Crawford (Mark); great-nephews, Wyatt and Tanner Wagoner, Zachary and Jessie Crawford; great-niece, Marla Crawford; and great-great nephews, Currie Johnson and Brady Wagoner.
Marion graduated from Hillsborough High School. Marion loved her church, her animals, western movies, and most important, she loved Jesus!
The family would like to give special thanks to the Alice McBane Sunday School Class for all of their love and support!
In lieu of flowers, love offerings may be made to First Baptist Church: 201 W King St., Hillsborough, NC 27278.
The Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, December 14th at Clements Funeral Chapel in Durham. The family invites friends and relatives to gather for a reception immediately following the service in the Gathering Room at Clements Funeral Home.
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Clements Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc - Durham

1105 Broad Street PO Box 2913 (zip 27715), Durham, NC 27705

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