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Ronald D. Pierce
Ronald D. Pierce
Independence
Ronald D. Pierce, 89, of Independence, IA, died Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at UnityPoint-St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, IA, following a sudden illness.
Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 28, 2025, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Independence, IA. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until service, Monday at the church.
Memorials may be directed to the church.
Condolences may be placed at www.White-MtHope.com.
White Funeral Home, Independence, IA, is in charge of arrangements.
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