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Christine "Chris" Ann McCarthy Rahn, age 79, formerly of Monastery Road Peosta, Iowa, passed away September
12th, 2026 in Marietta, Georgia. Chris was born in Monticello, Iowa on April 29th, 1947. She was the second daughter
of Justin James and Alice Ethel Jones McCarthy of Peosta. Christine was a confirmed Catholic and held Holy Family
New Melleray Catholic Church in Peosta close to her heart.
She was a 1965 graduate of Wahlert High School. She pursued post high school education in administrative work
and as a pharmacy technician. She worked for many years at Scientific Atlanta and at several hospitals in the Atlanta
Georgia area.
After retirement she dedicated herself to spending time with family and friends. Chris was a devoted mother,
grandmother, daughter, sister and friend. Chris enjoyed traveling, gardening, antiques and celebrating special
occasions with her family. She leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness that will continue to inspire her family.
Chris is survived by her children Robbie Rahn (Christy), Julie Crawley (Bobby) and David Rahn (Kathryn); her
grandchildren Madison Crawley Krige (Tiaan), Brandon Crawley, Justin Rahn and her great granddaughter Charli
Krige. She is also survived by her cherished sisters Debby Andersen (Dale) and Mollie McCarthy (Scott Thomas),
niece Tracey Kubik Bartoletta (her children Sofia and Jack Bartoletta), her nephew Tom Kubik and many cousins.
She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Chris is preceded in death by her parents Justin and Ethel McCarthy, sister Kathleen McCarthy Kubik and twin
grandchildren Holly and Johnny Laser Rahn.
A graveside service will be held at a later date at the Holy Family New Melleray Cemetery Peosta, Iowa.
Messages of condolence may be sent to Robbie Rahn 204 Powers Ct. Woodstock GA. 30189
The family is being assisted by Georgia Funeral Care Acworth, GA.
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