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Mary Helen Zumsande
Mary Helen Zumsande
Norway
Mary Helen Zumsande, Cedar Rapids, formerly of Norway, died peacefully of natural causes on December 19, 2025.
A visitation will be from 9:00am – 10:45am Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at St. Michael’s Parish Center, Norway. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am, Tuesday at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Norway, with the Rev. Jacob Dunne presiding. Burial will be at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Norway. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Mary’s name. Brosh Funeral Service of Norway is assisting the family. The full obituary can be found at www.neuhausfuneralservice.com.
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