EDGAR HARRY F. Age 95, of Penn Hills, died Monday, December 26, 2016. He had been married to his beautiful wife, Dorothy Speer Edgar, since 1949. He was the loving father of Harry Edgar, Jr., Scott Edgar (Elaine); and the loving grandfather of Scott William Edgar. He served in the Navy in the South Pacific during World War II. He worked for many years at W.G. Balph in Wilkinsburg. In the 1960s, he managed the Orioles in the Penn Hills Baseball Association. The family is having a private service and interment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Beulah Church, 2500 McCrady Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15235. Arrangements made by the FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NELLIS DOLORES J. AGE 87, PEAC...
NELLIS DOLORES J. Age 87, peacefully at home, on Sunday, December 25, 2016, formerly of Penn Hills and Wilkinsburg. Wife of the late Donald J. Nellis; dear mother of Theresa (Robert) Williams, Donald J. Nellis, Jr., and William Charles (Diane) Nellis. Dolores was one of 11 children; grandmother to ten grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. She was the receptionist at the Rebecca Residence in Wilkinsburg for 19 years, retiring in 1999. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., FOREST HILLS CHAPEL, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001 Thursday only 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Sitting Bulls Sled Hockey, Inc., 756 Hillsboro Rd., Windber, PA 15963 or to a charity of your choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PANKO MARDENE DEE AGE 74 OF ...
PANKO MARDENE DEE Age 74 of South Park, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2016. Born on December 1, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Lillian and Paul Kelly of Sheridan, PA; beloved mother of Sheryl (Randy) Landman, Ken (Julie) Panko and Kim (Gregg) Coons; loving grandmother of Kelly (Joe) Cook, Lydia Panko, Mark Panko, and Rachelle Landman; dear sister of Shirley (the late Ray) Roberts; sister-in-law of Dolores (her late brother, Edward) Kelly; also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by siblings, Paul (Helen) Kelly, and Verna (Bill) Roth. Dee's life revolved around time with her family, she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Family and friends are welcome on Thursday, December 29, 2016 from 4-6 p.m. at CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, 724-260-5546. A memorial service will follow at 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Dee's name to Washington Area Humane Society, 1527 Rt. 136 PO Box 66, Eighty Four, PA 15330, 724-222-7387. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: cremationfuneralcare.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WESTWOOD STEPHANIE (HULL) AGE ...
WESTWOOD STEPHANIE (HULL) Age 49, of Floreffe/Elrama area of Jefferson Hills, unexpectedly on Christmas Day. She was a Registered Nurse, at UPMC Magee Women's Hospital, Unit 4100. Wife of David Westwood; mother of Matthew, Mark and Marley Westwood; grandmother of Mason Dean Shoemaker; daughter of Barbara and the late Jerry Hull; sister of Melanie Michel and Robin Hull. Friends received STEPHEN D. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 1701 Route 51 (Large) Jefferson Hills, 2 4 and 6 9 p.m. Thursday where her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday. Visit www.stephendslater.com for more information and condolences. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PACIFICO GLADYS E. (FISHER) AG...
PACIFICO GLADYS E. (FISHER) Age 94, of St. Barnabas Retirement Village, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Matthew J. Pacifico; loving mother of Barbara (Alan) Schweitzer and Carol (Jerry) Wittmer; grandmother of Matthew Schweitzer, Allison (Michael) Martorelli and Bradley Wittmer; she is also survived by four great- grandchildren. Friends will be received Thursday from 2-8 p.m. in the HP BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1032 Perry Hwy, Ross Twp., 412-364-4444. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Catherine of Sweden. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, www.heart.org. Condolences may be offered at: www.brandtfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REICH FRANCIS A. FRANK AGE 8...
REICH FRANCIS A. FRANK Age 83, of Glenfield, passed on Sunday, December 25, 2016. Born March 27, 1933, on the Southside of Pittsburgh, son of the late Frank and Mary Reich; beloved husband of Joanne Reich; father of Michael (Andresa) Reich of Anchorage, AK, Ellen Westerman of Avalon, PA, Eileen Cobb of Crescent, PA, Jason Reich of Glenfield, PA and Angela Reich of Butler, PA; grandfather of Aaron, Megan, James and Jacob; great- grandfather of Nathaniel and Liam; brother of Loretta Sis Sulick of the Southside of Pittsburgh and preceded in death by a brother and three other sisters. Frank was a veteran of the Korean War, a member of St. Mary's Church Glenfield, and the Valley Veteran's Association. He enjoyed fishing and cooking. Friends received at COPELAND'S SEWICKLEY, 702 Beaver Street on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where Prayers will be recited Friday at 9:15 a.m. followed by a 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial with Father David Jastrab in St. Mary's Church, Glenfield. Entombment will follow in Christ Our Redeemer (Northside Catholic) Cemetery with Military Honors. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GILES ROBERT E. AGE 87, OF ROB...
GILES ROBERT E. Age 87, of Robinson Twp., passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, December 25, 2016, at Shadyside Hospital in Pgh., PA. He was born on August 2, 1929 in Paden City, WV to Earl and Gladys (Proper) Giles. He served his country in the Army during the Korean War and was awarded three Bronze Stars. Robert lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures, chatting with friends, hunting, and spending time at his camp. Robert had an uncanny ability to reach people in a deep and positive way. He is survived by his beloved wife of 24 years, Roberta; and was the father of J. Michael (Judy) Giles, Spring (Greg) Fertig, David (Joyce) Giles, and Autumn Giles; he was the stepfather of Kimberly Knight and the late Sean Knight; grandfather to Alexis (Stephen) Klopfenstein, G.B. (Alicia) Fertig, Jeremiah (Kelli) Giles, Brian (Adrian) Giles, Summer Giles, and the late Spring Mariah Fertig; and step-grandfather to Anthony and Josephine Griffo; also survived by three great-grandchildren. Friends received on Thursday from 3-8 p.m. at the JOSEPH M. SOMMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5405 Steubenville Pike, Moon Run, Robinson Twp. where a funeral service will be on Friday at 10:30 a.m. officiated by Rev. Dr. Billy Younger. Interment to follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Moon Twp. His wife would like to extend her gratitude to all the staff at the Hillman Cancer Center, and Shadyside Hospital for their attentiveness and loving care. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Robert's name to UPMC Cancer Center, 5150 Centre Ave., Pgh., PA 15232. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WEBB JOAN M. (RESTARICK) AGE 9...
WEBB JOAN M. (RESTARICK) Age 90, of Dormont, Heaven has received a Christmas Angel on Sunday, December 25, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Thomas; loving mother of John S. (Margie) Connelly and Lynda M. (Joseph) Ravita; grandmother of Tracy (Darren) O'Neill, Brian (Molly) Connelly, Laura (Brad) Meszaros, Joseph Ravita and Thomas (Jessica) Ravita; great-grandmother of Ellie, Logan, Gavin and Easton. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER'S. Friends welcome at 2630 W. Liberty Ave., Dormont, 412-531-4000 to celebrate Joan's life on Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Service and inurnment private. Memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRUBACH RONALD DAVID LEFTY A...
BRUBACH RONALD DAVID LEFTY Age 74, passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, David G. Brubach III; his mother, Irma Jean Richards; his stepmother, Joanne L. (Knapil) Brubach; and his daughter, Carolyn A. Bubby Brubach; beloved husband of Donna (Antonacceo) Brubach; dear father of Veronica (Brad) Prefling, Nicole (Matt) Ohlsson, Christine (Rodney) Iannelli, Jennifer (Scott) Slagle; proud Pap of Zander, Evangelene, Donte, Gabriella, Zachary, Sarah, and a new granddaughter that he was looking forward to meeting in several weeks; brother of Richard (Melony), Bradley (Jeri Lee), and David (Joanne). Ronald leaves behind his best friend, his pug dog, Sweet Pea. Services held privately. Arrangements by STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, 412-321-0495. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VOGEL RAYMOND G., JR. "CURB" ...
VOGEL RAYMOND G., JR. "CURB" Raymond G. Vogel Jr., "Curb", Age 51, of Mozart died Saturday, December 24, 2016, at his home. He was born April 27, 1965 in Pittsburgh, PA, the son of Marlene Urschler Vogel of Pittsburgh, PA and the late Raymond G. Vogel, Sr. Ray was employed as a water operator/maintenance worker by the Village of Bethlehem for over 10 years, a charter member and Sergeant of Arms of the Northern WV Chapter of Brothers of the Wheel M/C, U.S. Army Veteran, enjoyed riding motorcycles and enjoyed Sunday Funday with his family. He was outgoing and did anything for anybody, knew no strangers and was loved by all. Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Debi Flowers Vogel; one son, Dan Vogel; and one daughter, Jennie (Casey) Hubbard both of Bethlehem; two sisters, Barb Dickinson and Linda (Dave) Michail both of Pittsburgh; five nieces and nephews, Melanie and Tara Stemler, Lisa, Kevin and Michael Flowers, all of Pittsburgh; six great-nieces and nephews, Jordan, Skylar, Mia, Giovanni, Cassidy and Armani; and his best buddy, Tyke Johnson. Ray was expecting his first grandchild in April. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, from 1-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. at GRISELL FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 1 Ridgecrest Road, WheelingBethlehem where funeral services will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. with Rev. Dan Cheatham officiating and the Moundsville Honor Guard conducting Military services. Private interment will be held at the convenience of the family. Sympathy expressions at grisellfuneralhomes.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZEDONEK LINDSAY MCCURDY ON DEC...
ZEDONEK LINDSAY McCURDY On December 19, 2016, Lindsay McCurdy Zedonek, age 29, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Coudersport, PA, passed away unexpectedly. Beloved wife of Mark Zedonek; daughter of Tim and Carol McCurdy; sister of Matthew, Kyle and fiancée, Kaitlyn Kunz; granddaughter of Regis and Marian Gaugler; daughter-in-law of Anne (Byron) McCleary. Lindsay was born May 21, 1987. She worked as a cosmetologist, and was a student at CCAC. She attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and Bella Capelli Academy. Lindsay was an avid photographer and nature lover, loved spending time with her family, and had a very sweet and caring nature. Friends will be received at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Highway on Friday, December 30, 2016, from 11 a.m. until the time of the Blessing Service at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Animal Friends: 562 Camp Horne Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. www.simonsfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MATTHEWS LENA MAE PEACEFULLY O...
MATTHEWS LENA MAE Peacefully on December 24, 2016, mother of Fred, Jr. and Alfred (Terra) Matthews and Phyllis Matthews-Fields, Diane Matthews (deceased); grandmother of Jamaryl and Justin Matthews. Visitation Thursday, December 29, 2016, 11 a.m. to 12 Noon at HOUSE OF LAW, INC. Service following at 12 Noon. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HERRERA REINALDO RON ON SUND...
HERRERA REINALDO RON On Sunday, December 25, 2016, age 80, of Allentown. Husband of the late Donna (Massey) Herrera; loving father of Jason (Cassandra) Herrera and William (Julie) Herrera; beloved grandfather of Paige, Bailey, Kacey, Avery and Cole. Ron worked many years for the Duquesne Club. He was a loving, kind and wonderful person. Friends received Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the JAMES J. BARRY, JR. FUNERAL HOME, INC., 608 E. Warrington Ave., Pgh., PA 15210. Funeral service during visitation at 7:30 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLLINS TAYLOR AGE, 27, OF WEX...
COLLINS TAYLOR Age, 27, of Wexford, passed away, Thursday, December 22, 2016. Daughter of Frank Collins and the late Jeanne Collins; daughter, Gianna; brother, Anthony (spouse Kelly) Collins; nephews, Maverick and Maddon; grandmother Clara Collins. Friends will be received Saturday, December 31, from 11:00 a.m. until time of service at 1:00 p.m., in the HILL & KUNSELMAN, ,3801-4th Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 15010. www.hillandkunselman.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FENTON MAY BEILE A MONTH SHY O...
FENTON MAY BEILE A month shy of her 89th birthday, May Beile Fenton died peacefully in her sleep Christmas evening, her favorite day of the year. A 1946 graduate of South Hills High School, May was involved with music and church all of her life while raising a family, nurturing her grandchildren and sharing a full and vivacious life with her Bud. May began piano lessons at age 8, began teaching at 16, walking all over Mt. Washington, and gave her final lesson in October 2015. A childhood member of the Mt. Washington Methodist Episcipol Church involved with youth & choral groups, May and her family joined Wallace Presbyterian Memorial Church in 1948 when they moved to Greentree. May took a few classes at University of Pittsburgh, worked at Mellon Bank and the Penn Mutual Life Ins. Co.. While Choir Director from 1949-1955, she met and married George P. Fenton, Jr. on June 14, 1952. May and Bud had three children and when they went off to school, May brought her teaching and musical talents to Wallace's Nursery School, becoming Music Director from 1967-1986. She continued teaching privately through these years while raising their children, yet remained actively involved in all of their various sports, activities and encouraged them to explore the many opportunities available around them in the community and Church. May was also a dedicated and faithful servant to Wallace Church singing alto in the choir, chairing and participating in various women's Circles, president of CSA, Elder, worked with Youth Club, Vacation Bible School, the esteemed Niners youth group, Girl Scout co-leader and organizing various fund-raising variety shows. May was also involved in local summer community theater groups, musical programs and accompanied a Wallace-based singing group, the Song Painters, all over the city of Pittsburgh for 12 years. Music was the tapestry upon which everything else was woven. Blending her professional and family lives over 80 years of playing, teaching and performing both on the piano and the organ, May taught and shared her gifts with hundreds of children and adults through private lessons, playing and accompanying at Wallace and Music Director at Bethel Church (1997-2003). Continually striving to improve her gift, she took lessons again at 52 and returned to college at 57, graduating from Duquesne University with a Bachelor of Arts in Musical Performance. Yet with all that May accomplished throughout her life, her greatest treasures were first and foremost her Bud, her children and her grandchildren; cherishing every moment spent with them, sharing and celebrating their accomplishments with support and love. May and Bud loved to travel in order to explore and visit dear family and friends all over the continental U.S., Germany, France, Caribbean, Alaska, Hawaii, Australia, New Zealand and many van trips out West. Our dear Maizie - an inspiration to all of us who knew and loved her, a life beautifully, fully and faithfully led in Christ, who has now returned to the arms of the love of her life, her Bud. Friends welcome Thursday 2-4, 6-8pm WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Rd, Scott Twp. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Friday in Wallace Memorial Presbyterian Church, Green Tree. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made to Wallace Memorial Presbyterian Church in her honor. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VENTURA KATHRYN SUE KAY AGE ...
VENTURA KATHRYN SUE KAY Age 89, on Friday, December 23, 2016, of Pittsburgh, PA. Born in Marfrance, WV. She was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Elva Lily; wife of the late Vincent Ventura; mother of Marie Annette Ventura-Pamart, and the late Fred Williamson and Lloyd Lou Ventura; grandmother of Luca Ventura, Shannon Swihart, Katelyn Ventura-Kapisak, Vince Vinnie Ventura, Lloyd O'Toole, Todd Ventura, and the late Chad Williamson and Freddie O'Toole; great-grandmother of Ashley and Dillon Swihart, Ashley Zivkovich, Amber, Jacob, and Josh O'Toole, and Kadan Ewing; great-great- grandmother of Sophie Zivkovich and Carson O'Toole. Visitation Thursday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 920 Cedar Ave., (across from AGH). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEILHART VERA A. (METZ) AGE 95...
BEILHART VERA A. (METZ) Age 95, of N. Braddock, passed peacefully on Tuesday, December 27, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Karl J. Beilhart, Jr.; loving mother of Janet (H. Leo) Goubeaud, Joan (Andy) Fedor, & Karen (George) Stipetich; grandmother of Karleen, Duane, Yvette, Rachel, Andrew, Zachary, & Whitney; great grandmother of Creed, Armand, Colette, Kersten, Samantha, Troy, & Max; daughter of the late Joseph & Eva Metz; twin sister of Violet Cardiff; sister of the late Joseph, Wilbur, & Dorothy Metz and Ethel McLaughlin; also survived by many nieces and nephews.Born in 1921, Vera lived a long and industrious life. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Vera found her deep strength from her faithful relationship with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.Always positive and encouraging, her sage advice was to "Not worry and just pray about it."Vera was always there for her family, an unswerving pillar of strength to all who loved her. Like many other depression era ladies, Vera loved to cook and clean. She was routinely seen dusting her house wearing high heels and a ruffled blouse. We are happy to know that she is now with Jesus keeping her mansion in a glistening state, even by heaven's standards. "In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you." John 14:2. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS.Friends and Family are welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211 on Thursday 2-8PM, where a funeral service will be held on Friday 10a.m. Interment to follow in Ligonier Valley Cemetery. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KELLY DEREK AGE 30 OF JEFFERSO...
KELLY DEREK Age 30 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on December 26th. He will be dearly missed by his children, Olivia & Delaney Kelly; mother, Beth (Shawn) Greb; father, Patrick (Tina) Kelly; siblings, Darian & Kailee Greb and Jenna and Brooke Kelly; grandparents, Elliot (JoAnn) Weiss and the late James (the late Beverly) Weiss; aunts and uncles, Aaron (Nikki) Weiss, Steve (Patty) Kelly, Mike (Kim) Kelly; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, great aunts and uncles. Friends received Friday, Dec. 30 th 2 8 p.m. at STEPHEN D. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 1701 Route 51, Jefferson Hills 15025. A blessing service will be held at the funeral home at the conclusion of visitation www.stephendslater.com for condolences. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BYTNAR CONRAD M. AGE 84, OF O'...
BYTNAR CONRAD M. Age 84, of O'Hara Twp., on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Margaret and their two children, William G. and Judith A.; dear brother of James H. (Linda) Bytnar. He is survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Conrad was a 44-year employee of the Heinz Corp. recognized for his many award-winning suggestions and manufacturing process improvements. He was also a Navy veteran of the Korean War. Conrad spent the last two years at the St. John Lutheran Care Facility in Mars, PA and the family would like to acknowledge the dedicated staff who provided compassionate care. Friends will be received on Friday from 2-5 and 6-8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Joseph Church, O'Hara Twp., on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made in Conrad's memory to The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh, 1405 Shady Ave., Pgh., PA 15217, The Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic High School, 1617 Rt. 228, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066 or The St. John Specialty Care Center, c/o The Lutheran SeniorLife Foundation, 105 Burgess Dr., Zelienople, PA 16063. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EDINGER MILDRED L. (FOY) AGE 8...
EDINGER MILDRED L. (FOY) Age 89, formerly of Warren, OH and Pittsburgh, PA on Sunday, January 1, 2017. Wife of the late John S. Edinger; Mother of Kathy Edinger of KY, Jerry Edinger of OH, Pam O'Brien of SC, Karen Looney of WV and the late Don Edinger and Sheree Puskarich; also seven grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received Saturday from 10 until 11 a.m. at the Lund Building at Concordia Cabot, 134 Marwood Rd., Cabot, with a service to follow at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to your favorite charity. Arrangements by BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., Glenshaw. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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