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Richard Burhans Obituary

Richard Burhans
August 20, 1960 - August 13, 2025
Richard Leo Burhans, affectionately known as "Rick," age 64, of Breckenridge, MN, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Essentia Hospital in Fargo, ND, after a courageous battle with cancer. The celebration of Life service will be held at 5 p.m., Friday, September 26, 2025, followed by military honors at Joseph Vertin and Sons Funeral Home, Breckenridge. Arrangements have been entrusted to Joseph Vertin and Sons Funeral Home, Breckenridge.

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Published by Daily News from Sep. 17 to Sep. 20, 2025.

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