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Richard D. Nemec
Richard D. Nemec
Cedar Rapids
Richard D. Nemec, 83, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died Saturday, January 17, 2026, at his home. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at First Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Czech National Cemetery, Cedar Rapids. Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids, is assisting the family.
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