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Edward Breen Obituary

Edward "Ed" Breen, 82, passed away on May 25, 2025 in Marion. He was born in Iowa on April 10, 1943. He is survived by his wife, Joanne Breen; daughters, Lisa Breen and Audrey Breen Shepard.

The visitation will be held from 9:30am-10:30am on Saturday, August 9, 2025 in the narthex of St. Paul Catholic Church, 1031 West Kem Road, Marion. The funeral mass will be celebrated at 11am. Following the mass a memorial celebration will be held at McCarthy Hall on the campus of St. Paul Catholic Church and School. In lieu of flowers please direct memorial contributions to the church. Online condolences may be made at www.owenweilert duncan.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chronicle-Tribune on Aug. 1, 2025.

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9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

St. Paul Catholic Church

1031 West Kem Road, Marion, IA

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Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Paul Catholic Church

1031 West Kem Road, Marion, IA

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