Paper: Star Tribune: Newspaper of the Twin Cities (Minneapolis, MN)
Title: remembering
Date: August 4, 2006
Section: NEWS
Page: 6B
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McCullen, Thomas D., Sr. Age 75 of Bloomington, passed away on July 31, 2006. He will be deeply missed by beloved wife of 55 years, Nancy; devoted children, Thomas Jr., Diane (Jack) Dalin, Wendy (Kenny) Tverberg, Kim Braaten, and Susan (Thomas) Woller; loving grandchildren, Zachary, Nicholas, and Jason; many loving relatives and friends. He will be greatly missed. Private family services. Washburn-McReavy Hillside Chapel 612-781-1999
Daly, Phyllis Tupa "Fiz" Age 74, of Golden Valley. Attended Stevens College in Missouri and graduated from the U of MN where she was in the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. She was an active longtime member of Golden Valley Country Club. Fiz loved golf, Ft. Myers Beach and cocktails at sunset. Preceded in death by parents, Frank & Mabel Tupa; brother, Frank and granddaughter Bridget. Survived by children, John (Mary), Patricia (Grelon) Williams, Timothy (Kim) and their father, Jack; grandchildren, Matthew, John IV, Emily, Katie and Mark; many nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Friday (TODAY) 11 AM at Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church, 511 Groveland Ave. Interment Lakewood Cemetery. Memorials preferred to the Edina Historical Society. GILL BROTHERS FUNERAL DIRECTORS MINNEAPOLIS 612.861.6088
Haapala, Emil David July 15, 1929 – August 1, 2006. Professional Electrical Engineer. Survived by wife of 56 years, Shirley; son, Thomas (Melissa); daughters, Jeanne (Nancy) and Catherine (Mark); grandchildren, Amy, Ryan (Vanesha), Garrison, Cate, Alexandria, Andrew and Joseph and great-granddaughter Haley. Also survived by sisters, Janet and Joanne; brother, John (Marilyn), and other family and friends. Memorial/remembrance gathering at Boutwell's Landing Town Hall on Friday, August 4 from 4 – 7 p.m. (5600 Norwich Parkway, Oak Park Heights, MN 651-275-5000 www.boutwells.org) In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to Lakeview Hospice, 5610 Norwich Pkwy, Stillwater, MN 55082
Tibbetts, David A. Passed away peacefully on August 1, 2006. Preceded in death by his wife, Margarette and siblings, Harry, Walter and Evelyn. Survived by daughters, Sandi (Duane) Talbot, Marykay (Michael) Lynch, Darlene Gingrich, Susan (Clyde) Gillespie; stepchildren, Edward, Janell and Kristine Mahoney; pets, Max, Bootsie and Cleo; 12 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; sisters, Edith Bentley and Alice (Robert) Strejc; and many nieces, nephews and friends. David was a proud member of the VFW Post 230 and the American Legion Post 555. Funeral Service Sat. Aug. 5th, 10 AM with Visitation 1 hr. prior to service at Elim Church, 685 13th Ave NE, Mpls. SUNSET FUNERAL HOME 612-789-1535
Thomas, Oda S. Age 74 of Edina. Our beloved "Auntie O" died tragically as a result of an automobile accident on July 31, 2006. Oda currently was a 20 year employee of Westwood Health Care Center. Preceded in death by parents, Speros & Oda Thomas; sisters, Helen Reynolds and Marlene Assimes; and brother-in- law, Jimmy Assimes. Survived by her loving family, Maria and husband, Mike Peerboom and their children, Kamber, Tommy and Kayla, Jim Assimes, Bill Assimes, Becky and husband, Paul Berg, John Reynolds, Tim and wife Pat Reynolds, Richard Reynolds and Nomie Smith. Funeral Service Saturday 1:30 PM at Chapel Hills United Church of Christ, 6512 Vernon Ave S, Edina. Private interment Lakewood Cemetery. Visitation 1/2 hour prior to service only. GILL BROTHERS FUNERAL DIRECTORS Bloomington, MN 952-888-7771
Hayes, James Lee, Sr. "Jimmy" was a longtime resident of St. Paul. Age 67. Preceded in death by parents, Sam & Laura, and brothers, Samuel and Frank. Survived by children, James Jr., Angus, Tony and Marquita Hayes, Angelique, Angela and Samuel Anderson; his companion, Marsha J. Scroggins; also survived by a host of grandchildren, a great-grandchild, brothers, sisters, an aunt, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. Visitation Monday, Aug. 7, 12 Noon-1 PM, immediately followed by funeral service, both at: MOUNT OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH, St. Paul. Interment Elmhurst Cemetery. Arr. Brooks Funeral Home
Niemann, Mary D., R.N. (nee LaValley) age 85, of Minneapolis, on August 1, 2006. Preceded in death by parents, Leo and Loretta (Cosgrove) LaValley. Survived by husband, Roger; children, Barbara (Michael) Eckert, Robert (Cynthia) Niemann, Nancy (Derrick) Wood, John (Cindy) Niemann, Catherine (Roger) Spandel and James Niemann; 5 grandchildren, Matthew and Andrew Eckert, Laura and Sarah Spandel and Samuel Niemann; sisters, Kathryn (Glen) Getty, Jeanne Walter and Margaret Preiss; many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday, 10 AM at Church of the Annunciation, 509 W. 54th St., Mpls. Visitation TODAY, 5-7:30 PM with Liturgy of the Hours at 7:30 PM, Gill Brothers Funeral Chapel, 5801 Lyndale Ave. S., Mpls. Visitation also one hour prior to Mass at church. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. GILL BROTHERS 612-861-6088
Johnson, JoAnn M. Age 70, of Coon Rapids, passed away Aug. 2, 2006. Preceded in death by parents, Chester and Ruth Fremouw and brother, Gerald Fremouw. She will be dearly missed by husband of 50 years, Richard; daughter, Susan Reeve; grandsons, Patrick and William; nieces and nephews. She worked as a secretary at Sorteberg Elem. for 34 years. Visitation Sunday, 8/6 from 5-8 PM at Gearhart Funeral Home, 11275 Foley Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids. Funeral Monday, 8/7 at 11 AM at Gearhart. Family interment, Cannon Falls Cemetery. Gearhart Funeral Home (763) 755-6300
Salas, Francisco X. "Frank" age 58, of St. Paul, died August 2, 2006, following a courageous battle with cancer. Survived by children, Jeanne, Frankie and Rachel; sisters, Mary Lou Salas-Jesness, Susanne Salas-Peterson, Victoria Hobza; nephews, Dan & Tony Peterson, Chris & Ben Kimmel. Vietnam Veteran, US Army, two-time Purple Heart recipient. Memorials preferred. Funeral service Saturday, 3 PM, visitation beginning 2 PM at: Washburn-McReavy Southeast Chapel 612-379-2368 200 Central Ave S.E.
Dean, Bernadetta Mae Lydia Unger age 91, of St. Louis Park, passed away July 30, 2006. Preceded in death by her husband, Merle Hulet and 1 daughter, IoLou Rutherford. Survived by daughter, Priscilla; 3 sons, Hulet, Jack and Daniel; 7 grandchildren, Graham, Ethan, Ashley, Jane, Donna, Greg, and Mary, & 6 great-grandchildren. A private graveside service will be held in Rochester, MN. A memorial service will be held in Mpls at a later date. Memorials preferred to Doctors Without Borders in lieu of flowers.
Carlson, Alvina Marie age 80, of Crystal. Funeral service Sat. 11:30 AM at Gearty-Delmore Robbinsdale Chapel, 39th Ave. N. and W. Broadway. Private interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Visitation Sat. 9:30-11:30 AM at Gearty-Delmore Robbinsdale Chapel prior to the service at the funeral chapel. Memorials preferred to the American Heart Association, 4701 W. 77th St., Edina, MN 55435. Gearty-Delmore Robbinsdale 763-537-4511
Carlson, Ronald L. age 59, of Carolina Beach, NC, formerly of Greenfield, MN. Funeral service Sat. 11:30 AM at Gearty-Delmore Robbinsdale Chapel, 39th Ave. N. and W. Broadway. Private interment. Visitation Sat. 9:30-11:30 AM prior to the service at the funeral chapel. Memorials are preferred to The Head and Neck Cancer Program at the University of Minnesota; c/o Minnesota Medical Foundation; McNamara Alumni Center; University of Minnesota; 200 Oak St. SE, Ste. 300; Minneapolis, MN 55455-2030. Gearty-Delmore Robbinsdale 763-537-4511
VanAndel, Kathy age 47, of Forest Lake. Survived by son, Jeremy; brothers, Rick and Jerry Shettles of Indiana; husband, Dave. Service Fri. (Today) 4-5 PM, Roberts- Eckert Funeral Home, Forest Lake.
Affeldt, LeRoy "Lee" J. Born 7/2/34. Died 8/2/06. Beloved husband, father and grandfather. Preceded by father Russell, mother Florence, and brother Thomas. Survived by wife, Barbara; daughters & sons, Heidi Lee Affeldt, Garrett Affeldt, Sonia Anderson, Robert Dombrowsky, Michael Dombrowsky, Patricia Monson; grandchildren, Michelle Anderson, Dylan Dombrowsky, Cybel Monson; brothers, Tony and Leonard (Harriet), and extended family. Now with Kliban and Max, he's in pain no longer. LOVED AND MISSED.
Lupino, Marie C. age 90, of NE Mpls. Survived by children, Roxene (Ron) Adler, Cheryl Lawrence, Jim (Diane); grandchildren, Jacque, Jeff, Tony, Goldie, Jody, Teig, and Maddie. Interment Crystal Lake Cemetery. Funeral service Sat., 11 AM with visitation 1 hour prior, all at: Washburn-McReavy Northeast Chapel 612-781-6828 2901 Johnson St. N.E.
Graham, Marthanne age 83, of Bloomington, passed away August 3, 2006. Preceded in death by husband, Hiram. Survived by children, Jim (Celine) Graham and Debbie (Ed) Shesta; grandchildren, Colleen, Angela, Trevor, and Kelsey; sisters and brothers; and feline friend, Amber. Memorial gathering Saturday, August 5, 1-3 PM at: Washburn-McReavy Werness Brothers Chapel 2300 W Old Shakopee Rd 952-884-8145
Rogness, Nichalos J. age 24, of Elk River, formerly of Champlin. Born Oct. 3, 1981 and passed away from a sudden illness Aug 2, 2006. Sur- vived by moth- er, Candace Schantzen; father, James "J.R." (Betty) Rogness; sisters, Dena Johnson and Stacy Rogness; brothers, Kyle Rogness, Ronnie Bradford and Travis Rogness; grandmother, Helen Schantzen; beloved girlfriend, Stephanie Roy. He was loved by all. Funeral service Monday, 1 PM, at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home, W. Main St. & Branch Ave., Anoka. Visitation 1 hour prior to service. Interment Champlin Cemetery. Thurston-Lindberg Chapel 763-421-0220
Lambert-Smith Susan Theresa age 48, of St. Louis Park. A Very Super Woman and Our Shade Tree. Susan passed away peacefully August 1st, 2006 surrounded by family and friends, after a courageous 9 year battle with breast cancer. Preceded in death by sister, Mary Lambert. Survived by husband, Edward Smith; step son, Kai Edward; parents, Harold & Catherine Lambert; sisters, Shirley Finical, Joan (Alan) Osburn, Sandra (Mitch) Nielsen, Judy (Scott) Dvorak; brothers, Cliff (Karla), Roger, Tony, Don and Harold Lambert; 20 nieces & nephews; 8 great-nieces & nephews. Interment Gethsemane Cemetery. Visitation Friday, 5-8 PM and Saturday, 10-11 AM, with funeral service Saturday, 11 AM at: Washburn-McReavy Strobeck Johnson Chapel 1400 Mainstreet, Hopkins 952-938-9020
Brown, Barbara Ann (Kruger) age 73, of Golden Valley, passed away August 1, 2006. Full notice Sunday. Memorial service 12:00 Noon, visitation 11:30 AM, Monday, August 7 at the Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. S., Minneapolis. Cremation Society of MN Edina 952-924-4100
Kemper, Raymond H. U.S. Army Air Drone serving in China during WWII. Age 83, passed away peacefully at his home on Aug. 3, 2006. Raymond was a lifelong member of VFW Post 1296, member of CBI and MN Basha. He was a mechanic for Northwest Airlines with 35 years service. Preceded in death by wife, Alice; & brother, Howard. Survived by son, Steve (Liz); significant other, Bernice Swanson and her children, Beth Sachs & Julie Swanson; grandchildren, Dan Kemper, and Gabe, Kristen & Laura Sachwitz; brothers, Bill (Claudette) & Robert; and several nieces & nephews. Visitation Sunday 5-8 PM, J.S. KLECATSKY & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1580 Century Pt. (Yankee Doodle Rd. @ Coachman Rd.) in Eagan with a Prayer Service at 7 PM. Funeral procession leaving the funeral home on Monday at 10:30 AM for an interment at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. J.S. KLECATSKY & SONS 651-454-9488
Haik, Frances G. age 102. Funeral Mass 10 AM Sat. at The Church of the Sacred Heart, Robbinsdale. Visitation Friday 5-8 PM with 7 PM prayer service at Gearty- Delmore Robbinsdale Chapel, 3888 W. Broadway. Gearty-Delmore 763-537-4511
McGinley, Barbara M. Age 70 of Bloomington. Full notice Sunday. Mass 11 AM Monday, Church of St. Edward, Bloomington. Visitation 4-6 PM Sunday at: Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel 952-920-3996 West 50th St. & Hwy 100
Fitzpatrick, James D. age 89, of Coon Rapids. WW II veteran. Preceded in death by wife, Delphine and brother, Robert. Survived by children, Dennis (Mary), Kevin (Jill) and Patrick; grandson, Daniel; brothers, Donald and Thomas; sisters, Eileen Stockinger, Lucille Carlberg; many nieces & nephews. Mass of Resurrection Saturday, 10 AM, Epiphany Catholic Church, 111th & Hanson Blvd., Coon Rapids. Visitation one hour prior to service only. Interment Epiphany Cemetery. Washburn-McReavy Coon Rapids Chapel 763-767-1000
Webster, Julie Kay age 58, of Deephaven. Memorial service 2 PM Tuesday at Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church. Gathering of family and friends 5-8 pm Monday at the Wayzata Country Club. Private interment Lakewood Cemetery. Memorials suggested to Alzheimer's Association or Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Complete notice Sunday. David Lee Funeral Home Wayzata 952-473-5577
Lockett, Clifford Wardel of Minneapolis, MN, age 58, died August 1, 2006. Visitation will be 5-7 PM Friday, August 4, 2006 at Estes Funeral Chapel, 2210 Plymouth Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 5, 2006, 10 AM at Park Ave. UMC, 3100 Park Ave S., Minneapolis. Estes Funeral Chapel (612) 521-6744
Gaulke, Robert "Bob" Age 59 of Newport on August 2, 2006. Beloved husband of Yvonne; loving father of Robert Jr., Tony (Melissa), Scott (Jessica), Tim, Kim (Jon) Sinnen, Scott (Johanna) Wilbanks, Sarah (Alex) Tepley; 17 grandchildren; 1 sister and 2 brothers. Memorial Service 11 AM Monday at NEWPORT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 1596 11th Ave. Inurnment Newport Cemetery. Visitation 4-7 PM Sunday at KOK FUNERAL HOME, 1201 Portland Ave., St. Paul Park (651-459-2875) www.kokfuneral.com
Anderson, John L. Of Plymouth and Venice, Florida, died from lung cancer on August 2, 2006 at age 77. John was a State Farm agent for over 40 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Claretta and granddaughter, Katie Lynn Sohm. He is loved and will be dearly missed by his wife, Susie; children, Scott Anderson and wife Barbara, Nancy Sohm and husband Michael, Tom Anderson and wife Carla, Chris Anderson, Ann Jardine, Jack Hickerson and wife Janine, Bill Hickerson and wife Renee; 10 grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren and sister, Mary DeYoe. A Celebration of John's life will be held 10:30 AM Saturday, August 5, 2006 at St. Martin's by-the- Lake Episcopal Church in Minnetonka Beach. Visitation and reviewal 4-8 PM Friday (TODAY) at David Lee Funeral Home in Wayzata. Private interment Parker's Lake Cemetery in Plymouth. Memorials may be directed to University of Minnesota Cancer Center Lung Research Fund c/o Cancer Center Development Office, MMC 806, 420 Delaware St. SE!
, Mpls., MN 55455. David Lee Funeral Home Wayzata 952-473-5577
Harris, Shirley (Louise) Kline Loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother; passed away on August 2nd, due to complications from Multiple Sclerosis (MS). She was born to Judith (Freddie) and Louis Kline in Rockford, Illinois, on August 17, 1924. She had a brother, Robert, who passed away in 1986. Shirley moved to Minneapolis as a young girl, and she later moved to Los Angeles with her husband in 1949. Although suffering from MS for close to 40 years, she lived her life to the fullest and loved every aspect of it. She had many passions, which included cooking, art, music, literature and tending to her orchids and roses. Most of all, she adored traveling all over the world for many years with her husband, Burt, who predeceased her in 2004. They were married for 60 years. She will be terribly missed by her children, Janie (Wally), Burt Jr. (Francine), Melissa (Mark), and Natalie (Allen). She leaves behind 7 loving grandchildren and great- grandchildren: Justin, Ellio!
t, Natay, Hayley, Griffin, Allie and Greg. She also leaves behind her beloved caretaker and companion, Isabel. Shirley was loved by many, many friends and relatives across the country. Services will be held in Los Angeles Monday, Aug. 7, 2006. Hillside Mortuary (310) 641-0707.
New, Christopher A. age 60 of Lindstrom, formerly of Maple Grove. Preceded in death by mother, Ruth New. Survived by wife, Patricia; son, Jon New; daughter, Kristin (Leroy) Kolander; and step-son, Christopher Majeski; grandson, Dawson Kolander; aunt, Hazel "Maxie" McHardy; many friends and neighbors. Retired Hennepin County Deputy Sherriff of 27 years. Memorial Service 1:00 pm, Saturday, August 5, 2006 at Grandstrand Funeral Home, Lindstrom. Visitation one hour prior to service. Private family interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. 651-257-4000
Michelson, Valarius L. Age 90 of St Paul and Prospect Park, Mpls on August 3, 2006. Full notice to follow. www.kesslerandmaguire.com
Lord, Evelyn L. age 87, of Richfield. Church secretary at First Baptist Church for 30 years. Preceded in death by husband, Robert T. Lord, Sr. Survived by sons, Robert T. Jr., Daniel R. (Debra) David E. & Richard A. (Diane); 9 grandchildren; sister, Carol Liefert (Al); brother, Eugene Tupper. Service Mon., 2:00 PM, First Baptist Church, 1021 Hennepin Ave. Visitation 1 hour prior. Memorials Preferred to Northwestern College. Obit info albinchapel.com Albin Chapel 952-914-9410 Ralph, James & Daniel Albinson
Koehler, Clairejean A. (nee Rootes) age 80, of Elk River, formerly of Nowthen, MN, on August 3, 2006. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Monday at St. Andrew's Church, 566 4th St NW, Elk River. Visitation 4-8 PM Sunday at Dare's Funeral Home, 805 Main St, Elk River, 763-441-1212 and 1 hour prior to Mass at church on Monday. Parish Vigil at 7 PM. Interment St. Andrew's Parish Cemetery. Memorials preferred. Full notice Sunday.
Parenteau, Eugene H. 77, Hibbing, (Lavell Township), died Wednesday, August 2, 2006 in St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth. He was born in Forest Lake to Philip and Emma (Heinen) Parenteau, on September 27, 1928, married Charlene Schultz on September 24, 1950, and moved to the Hibbing area in 1965. He worked as an Ironworker retiring as a working foreman. He was a member of the Iron Workers Union Local #563, the Hibbing Catholic Community, and the Eagles Club. He is survived by his wife, Charlene; children, Gary (Donna) Parenteau, Hibbing, Steven (Jenny) Parenteau, Ocean Shores, Australia, Karen (Brad Buchwitz) Parenteau, Hibbing, Timothy Parenteau, Coon Rapids, Bruce Parenteau, Hibbing, Linda, (Mark) Ralidak, Hibbing, and Renee (Geno) Miller, Blaine; his brother, Philip (Dede) Parenteau, Cloquet; 7 grandchildren, Kim, Bobbi, Corey, Aaron, Alyssa, Shanna, and Jonah; 3 great- grandchildren, Tyler, Sydney, and Connor. Mr. Parenteau was preceded in death by two grandchildren, J!
ason and Jessica, his sister, Muriel Suominen, and his parents. Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Saturday, August 5, 2006 in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with the Rev. Clem Gustin OSC celebrating the Mass of Christian Burial. Visitation will be in the Dougherty Funeral Home Saturday from 12 noon to 1:45 PM. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery in Elmer, MN.
Laughton, Donald James Age 76, of Mpls, previously of NH, found peace on July 29, 2006. Beloved father, grandfather, great-grand- father and friend, Don always had a smile and a joke. Preceded in death by his parents, siblings and son, Herbert. Survived by children, Jason (Donna), Annie, Mattie, and Patrick (Amanda) and other family and friends. Memorial to honor Don's life will be held 1:30 PM Sunday, Aug. 6 at 3737 Bryant Ave S., Mpls.
Sullivan, Louis Joseph Age 84, of San Diego, formerly of Richfield, died peacefully August 1st in San Diego. Preceded in death by beloved wife of forty years, Lois (DeGonda), and brothers, Leo, Jack, Maurice, Jerome and James. Survived by devoted and loving wife of 18 years, LaRene; children, Patrick (Kathy), Barry (Janet), Julie (Rick) Packer, Beth (Mark) Nichols, Mary (Rick) Rueckert, Susie, and Kevin, San Diego; grandchildren, Matt, Sean, Andy, Becca, Michael, Nick, Ben, Rachel, Kelly and Ryan, and great- granddaughter, Gabby. Also survived by brother, Gene (Joan) Sullivan, Yerington, Nevada; sister, Mary Alice (Cole) Litten, San Diego and many relatives and dear friends. Lou was born in Greeley, Nebraska on December 7, 1921, and was a decorated World War II veteran. He began his military service as a volunteer with the US Horse Cavalry in Fort Riley, Kansas. He then served in Europe with Patton's armies in the 8th Armored Division, where he earned the rank of Staff Serge!
ant and was awarded the Purple Heart. After the war, Lou settled in Minneapolis where he met and married Lois in 1948. Loving parents, they raised seven children before Lois passed away in 1988. Lou and LaRene enjoyed many happy years of traveling together and spending time with their grandchildren. LaRene lovingly provided comfort, care and support to Lou especially during the last years of his life. Lou was a successful businessman, long time realtor, Past Grand Knight of Knights of Columbus Marian Council #1327 and a member of Msgr. Meagher 4th Degree Assembly, member of Fred Babcock VFW Post #5555, American Legion, Elks Lodge, Dwan Golf Club and U.S. Horse Cavalry Assn. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, August 8th, 11:00 AM, St. Richard's Catholic Church, 7540 Penn Avenue South, Richfield. Visitation Monday, August 7th from 5-8 PM (prayer service at 7:30 PM) at Gill Brothers Chapel, 9947 Lyndale Ave. So., Bloomington and at St. Richard's one hour prior to mass. Memorial!
s preferred to Knights of Columbus Youth Organization. GILL BROTHERS F
UNERAL DIRECTORS MINNEAPOLIS 612.861.6088
Eull, Aaron Jon "Yoda" Age 23. Please see Sunday's paper for full notice. Serving the family .... The Peterson Chapel St. Michael - Albertville Funeral Home 763-497-5362
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