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Hanson, Lorna
Lorna Hanson, 83, of Cedar Rapids, died Monday, April 12, 2010, at the Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy, Hiawatha. Lorna donated her body to the University of Iowa and per her wishes there will be no services.
She is survived by two daughters, Lori Hanson of Des Moines, and Sara Bell of Davenport.
Lorna was married to Norman Hanson for 48 years. He died in 1997.
The family is planning a memorial bench or tree near Norman's tree at Squaw Creek Park.
Contributions may be directed to Sara Bell, 217 Forest Rd., Davenport, IA 52803.
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