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Richard Hornung

Sr.

Richard W. “Dickie” Hornung Sr., 82, Marathon, died Thursday, March, 6,2025, at his home.

A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 13, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon. The Rev. Msgr. Joseph Diermeier will preside. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service all at the church.

Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Marathon, is in charge of arrangements.

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