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December 29, 2025
 
Every Vote Counts--Please Vote Your Shares TODAY!
 
Dear Fellow Shareholder:
 
According to our latest records, we have not yet received your vote with respect to the important Special Meeting of Shareholders of Hillenbrand, Inc., at which we seek your approval of the proposed merger with Lone Star (the “Merger”). Your Board of Directors unanimously recommends that you vote FOR the Merger and related proposals.

Remember, failing to vote will have the same effect as a vote against the Merger. To ensure your shares are represented, please take a moment to vote TODAY, via the Internet, by telephone, or by signing, dating, and returning the enclosed proxy card or voting instruction form in the envelope provided.

Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,
 

Nicholas R. Farrell
Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary

 
YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT—PLEASE VOTE TODAY!
 
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your shares, please call our proxy solicitor:
 
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