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🌱 Tampico family remembers the life of Della Lorraine Hornbaker

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  • Tampico family remembers the life of Della Lorraine Hornbaker

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Ice fog in the morning, with a high of 35 and low of 26 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Freezing fog in the morning, temps: high: 35, low: 30.
  • Thursday: Winds becoming strong; rain, with a high of 42 and low of 11 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!

📰 News we're reading

• Obituary-Della Hornbaker (aroundptown.com) — Family and friends in Tampico are mourning Della Lorraine Hornbaker, whose daughter Julie Marcinkiewicz lives in town. Born in Polo in 1933 and a lifelong Cubs fan, Lorraine is remembered by her children, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, with private family services planned and condolences welcomed online.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Tampico

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Tampico

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.