Eugene "Gene" Hortness's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Canton, South Dakota

Eugene "Gene" Hortness

October 10, 1942 - July 23, 2025 (82 years old)

Canton, South Dakota

Eugene "Gene" Hortness's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Canton, South Dakota

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Anderson Funeral Home & Cremation Services

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Eugene "Gene" Hortness

October 10, 1942 - July 23, 2025 (82 years old)

Canton, South Dakota

Eugene Hortness Obituary

We bid farewell to Eugene Hortness of Canton, South Dakota, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 23, 2025 at the age of 82. Eugene touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Eugene Hortness to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Peter Hortness and Deloris Hortness (Chilson); and his sister Marilyn Siemonsma. He is survived by: his wife Marilyn Huff; his sons, Jon (Nicole) of Chicago, IL and Jay (Ashley) of Canton; his grandchildren, Brooke (Thomas Gallagher) of Houston, TX, Bradley, Kyle of Chicago, Mataya and Jayce of Canton; and his siblings-in-law, Arlene Cleveland of Sisseton, SD and Larry Huff (Arlette) of Mitchell, SD..

Visitation was held on Monday, July 28th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Anderson Funeral Home (403 N Main St, Canton, SD 57013). A prayer was held on Monday, July 28th 2025 at 6:00 PM at the same location. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, July 29th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Peever Lutheran Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Anderson Funeral Home & Cremation Services



Mon

July 28

Visitation

Anderson Funeral Home
403 N Main St, Canton, SD 57013

Mon

July 28

Prayer

Anderson Funeral Home
403 N Main St, Canton, SD 57013

Tue

July 29

Funeral service

Peever Lutheran Church

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July 25, 2025

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“In loving memory of Eugene Hortness, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”


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