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Hormel Foods Mourns the Passing of Jim Hormel
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James C. Hormel, Grandson of Company Founder George A. Hormel Passes Away
“We are saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Hormel,” said Jim Snee, president, chairman of the board and chief executive officer at Hormel Foods. “He was a trailblazer, a diplomat and philanthropist, leaving a lasting and meaningful legacy in the community of Austin and throughout the world. We were honored to host his Hormel family reunion several years ago in his hometown of Austin, MN. Today we honor the legacy of Jim Hormel and on behalf of Hormel Foods Corporation, send our sincerest condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed.”