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Richard “Rick” Lavern Siefken
Richard “Rick” Lavern Siefken
Marion
Richard “Rick” Lavern Siefken, 75, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024, at his home after a brief illness and battle with Parkinson’s Disease. The family will greet friends from 3 - 5 p.m. on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Marion. A Private Graveside Service will be held at a later date at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with Pastor Jeff Frohner officiating.
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