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FITZPATRICK SAMUEL ANDERSON AG...

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FITZPATRICK SAMUEL ANDERSON Age 57, recently of Penn Hills, died as the result of a tragic accident on Sunday, December 18, 2016. He is survived by two of his brothers, Theodore E. Fitzpatrick (Bernadine) of Penn Hills, and William W. Fitzpatrick (Chris) of NC; and by his sister, Terry F. Jordan, of FL. He was preceded in death by his other brother, C. Daniel Fitzpatrick of Atlanta. Samuel was also the loving uncle to five nieces, Joanne, Adania, Laura, Karen and Joy; four nephews, Timothy, James, Theodore and Joshua; three great-nieces, Amanda, Abigail and Taylor; four great- nephews, James, MacCoy, Gavin and Theodore; and two great-great-nieces, Rylin Anne and Kasey Allison. A proud U.S. Army veteran, Samuel served as a tracked vehicle mechanic in Germany from 1978 to 1981. He was a certified master mechanic by trade, and operated his own vehicle repair shop in Florida for a number of years. He was an Eagle Scout, and excelled in industrial arts while in high school. He was a natural craftsman, enjoyed woodworking as a hobby, and could fix virtually anything. He also had a great love for animals, and grew up from early childhood with his first dog, Numnee, forever at his side. Friends welcome Wednesday, December 28, 2016, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at CHARLES W. TRENZ FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11110 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m., Thursday, December 29, 2016, at St. Bartholomew Church, 111 Erhardt Drive, Penn Hills. Samuel will be laid to rest at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in Cecil Township. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MCCANN ANNE MARIE (FREUND) AG...

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MCCANN ANNE MARIE (FREUND) Age 104, of Natrona Heights, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2016, at home. Born October 2, 1912, in Pittsburgh, daughter of the late Frederick and Rose Marie (Heimbuecher) Freund. Survivors include her children, Edward J. (Edna) McCann, Bethel Park, Nancy (Joseph) Growall, Peters Twp., Joan (Raymond) Donaldson, West Deer and Rosemary (Keith) Haugh, Natrona Heights; and her 15 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Edward J. McCann; grandson, Brian E. Haugh; brothers, Frederick and William Freund; and sisters, Rosalie Ainor, Gertrude Freund, Margaret Newcamp, Catherine Edwards and Ida Schneider. Visitation Tues., 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in DUSTER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 347 E 10th Ave, Tarentum, 724-224-1526. Funeral mass will be celebrated Wed. at 10 a.m. in Most Blessed Sacrament Church, Natrona Heights. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. Contributions to the Salvation Army of one's choice. VISIT: dusterfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GIEHLL LOIS L. ON MONDAY, DECE...

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GIEHLL LOIS L. On Monday, December 26, 2016, wife of the late Thomas Giehll; loving mother of Diana (Andy) Giroski and David Giehll; sister of Carol (Larry) Mezynski and Sue (Mark) Mihalyi; dear friend of Patty Mary; also survived by eight grandchildren and one great- grandchild. Services and interment private. Arrangements by SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

JENCA EDNA M. (VOLLMER) AGE 9...

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JENCA EDNA M. (VOLLMER) Age 93, of Aspinwall, formerly of Lawrenceville, on Friday, December 23, 2016. Wife of the late Stephen Jenca; beloved mother of Patricia (Rolf) Thiebes, Joseph S. (Phyllis) Jenca and Richard (Renee) Jenca; loving grandmother of Jennifer, Jodi, Joshua and the late Joey; cherished great-grandmother of Brian, Kellie, Max, Logan, Kenzie, Blake, Norah, Colin and Owen; sister of the late Marie Flanigan, Eugenia Thomas, Ruth Miller, Beatrice Dougherty, Alice Black, John, Robert, Lawrence, George, Ralph and Wilbert Vollmer; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Angels Parish, St. Augustine Church on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

M CALLISTER M. ANN (MCSHANE) A...

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M cALLISTER M. ANN (McSHANE) Age 85, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home in Nashville, TN on Wednesday, December 21, 2016. Born August 9, 1931, in Pittsburgh, PA to William and Mercedes McShane, Ann and her late husband, Jack, were longtime residents of Knoxville, TN, where they raised their six children. Ann is survived by all six of her children, 16 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and by her three brothers, William (Ruth), James (Rose Marie) and John (Nancy) McShane. Find Ann's full obituary and funeral arrangements at www.springhillfh.com. Arrangements by SPRING HILL FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY “Where Nashville comes to remember”. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

TRURAN EILEEN C. OF AVALON, ON...

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TRURAN EILEEN C. Of Avalon, on Sunday, December 25, 2016, beloved daughter of the late William E. and Helen R. Truran; loving aunt of Michelle Grubbs (Tom) and Melissa Hollinger. Interment service in Allegheny County Memorial Park Chapel Wednesday 11 a.m. Arrangements by DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GRIECO PATRICIA M. AGE 82, ...

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GRIECO PATRICIA M. Age 82, of Murrysville, formerly of Plum Boro, on Sunday, December 25, 2016. Beloved wife of 61 years to Michael Grieco; loving mother of Michelle Siefers; grandmother of Michael Siefers. Friends received, Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD./ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road) Penn Hills. Mass of Christian Burial, Wednesday, 10 a.m., in St. Januarius Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

DELLA SALA ANNE B. ON THE EVEN...

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DELLA SALA ANNE B. On the evening of December 22, 2016, Anne Della Sala, co-founder of Della Sala's Pizza in Penn Hills, died peacefully just three weeks shy of her 93rd birthday. Anne was born to Antonio Butch (Bucci) and Giacinta (Sciulli) Butch in Warren, Ohio on January 11, 1924. She graduated from Warren G. Harding High School and worked in Warren for six years as a secretary, first for Grinell Corporation and later for General Motors. Anne Married in 1948 and moved to the Oakland Section of Pittsburgh with her husband, Augustine Della Sala. The couple had three children, and in 1955, they moved to the suburb of Penn Hills. At the time Augie was driving a bread truck for Nabisco and Anne was Selling Avon products. In October of 1959, Anne and Augie opened a Pizza Shop on Verona Road. For over 30 years the couple worked in their shop, intent on serving the community with the best product they could produce. The proof of their success is that the business still operates successfully 57 years after its founding. Anne was a member of St. Joseph Church in Verona. After her retirement in 1991, she was deeply involved in church activities. A member of both the Christ Child Society and the ladies of charity, up until her 90th birthday, Anne volunteered at Seneca Place in Penn Hills to lead the rosary for elderly residents. In addition to her parents, Anne was preceded in death by her husband, Augustine; and six siblings, Sabbia (Lucille), Vincent (Jimmy), Elodia (Dia), Mary, Albert and Anthony, Jr. She is survived by her three children, Thomas (Cheryl) of Schenectady, NY, Anthony (Beth) of Plum, and Connie Matthews of Penn Hills. She also leaves behind eight grandchildren, Joe, Kristy, Anina, Adam, Augie, Kaytrin, Anthony, and Angela; and five great-grandchildren, Adriana, Alyssa, Bella, Aria and Lucca. Anne was loved and revered by every member of her family and just about everyone else that knew her. She had countless friends. It probably says more about her, though, that she didn't have a single enemy. Anne was a tireless worker, incredibly generous, a tremendous wife, mother and grandmother (Nana) for the ages. Above all else, she was a good catholic girl, right to her core, for all 92-plus years of her life. It is for these qualities that she will be remembered. And these qualities, the essence of who she was, explain why she will be so sorely missed. Friends received in the WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road), Penn Hills on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 and Thursday, December 29, 2016, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Prayers Friday December 30, 2016, 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Church, 11 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph's Church, 825 Second Street, Verona, PA 15147. For those from Schenectady, NY, contributions may be made to the SLOC Capital Campaign Fund, 427 Franklin Street, Schenectady, NY 12305. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

RICH TONY DONALD AGE 76, OF AM...

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RICH TONY DONALD Age 76, of Ambridge, PA, passed from this life on Thursday, December 22, 2016, in the presence of loving family and friends, from chronic cardiac illness. Tony was the owner and operator of Tony Rich Hair Factory, Pittsburgh, PA. Born February 3, 1940, in Sewickley, PA, he was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Nancy Rich; and his nephew, Jason Kolar. Tony was full of life and always supportive to anyone in need. Surviving are his beloved wife, Leslie Rich, and his children, Vanessa (Adam) Green, Alexa Morton, Larissa (Steve) Spaniol, Adam Morton, and Garrett Morton; his granddaughters, Evelyn Spaniol, Caroline Spaniol, Ezra Morton, and Rori Jo Morton; his sister, Diana Lenkey; and his sister, Darlene and brother-in-law, Ronald Kolar; his nephew, Jeffery (Shannon) Kolar; his great-nephew, Jake Kolar; his great-niece, Avery Kolar; and his mother-in-law, Florence Mikula. A memorial service to honor and celebrate Tony's life will be held on December 28, 2016, at 11:00 in the morning at Allegheny Center Alliance Church, 250 East Ohio Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, where he was a longtime member. Donations in Tony's memory may be made to Living Ministry, an outreach for helping the homeless people of Pittsburgh at www.livingministry.org. "We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love each other." 1 John 3:14 NIV. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

RUSSELL DONALD T. AGE 68, OF S...

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RUSSELL DONALD T. Age 68, of Springdale Twp., passed away after a brief illness, Saturday, December 24, 2016. He is survived by his wife, Sue (McGinnis) Russell; daughter, Kathleen (Russell) Ross; son, Donald T. Russell, Jr.; granddaughters, Rebecca, Lindsey and Alyssa Ross; brothers, Glenn Russell, Jim Russell; sisters, Sue Russell, Patricia (Russell) Kreig, Mary (Russell) Horner. He was preceded in passing by his mother, Betty (King) Russell; father, Regis D. Russell; sister, Kathleen Russell. At his request, there will be no services. Don will be remembered as an avid sportsman, loyal friend and a man of his word. He will be missed. Professional Services trusted to the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, LTD., Blawnox. Www.thomasmsmithfh.co Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

ROSSEY GERALD “BUD” AGE 88, OF...

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ROSSEY GERALD “BUD” Age 88, of Swissvale, on Friday, December 23, 2016. Beloved husband of Gladys Elish Rossey. Married 66 years. Born May 16,1928. Cherished father of Kathy “Kate” Rossi (the late Donnie), Bruce “Bud” Rossey (Theresa), Gary (Cheryl), Gregg, Tracy Scott (Gary), John (Cathy), and Jerry (Kathy); Pap of Kelly DiCicco (Jamie), Heather (Adam), Josh, Corey, Amanda, Erica Yurt (P.J.), (the late (Michael), Damon, Gregg, Mark, Megan Pilkington (Jeff), Collin, Gary, Eric, Alison, Cameron, Kayla, Lauren and Ryan; great- grandfather of Ethan, Jamison and Tori; brother-in-law of John Elish and wife, Vicki; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received Tuesday 2-8 p.m. at THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Service at Funeral Home Tuesday 8 p.m.. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

HICKEY MARGARET C. (DEVLIN) OF...

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HICKEY MARGARET C. (DEVLIN) Of Shaler Twp., on Sunday, December 25, 2016. Wife of the late John J. Hickey; loving mother of Shawn J. Hickey, Michael E. Hickey (Chris), Margaret M. Hickey (Kenny Nicholas), Maureen A. Gillman (Kurt) and the late Patrick P. Hickey; sister of Eileen Corletzi and Rosemary Reardon; also survived by six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Friends received Tuesday 4-7 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sebastian Church Wednesday 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

HUCKO ALICE A. AGE 89, OF ELIZ...

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HUCKO ALICE A. Age 89, of Elizabeth formerly of Knoxville and the South Side. Passed away peacefully on Christmas evening. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo J. Hucko; beloved mother of Ronald L. (Nadine) Hucko of Carrick, Kathleen Anderegg of Mt. Oliver and Colette M. Hucko (David Chambers) of Elizabeth; grandmother of Thomas, Aimee, Jason and Aileen; great-grandmother of Savanna and Ashton. Viewing will be on Wednesday at the JOHN J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 119 S. 15th St., South Side on Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday. Notice of time later. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl., Memphis, TN 38105, www.stjude.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MIELCAREK SUSAN (BAHNEY) ON SU...

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MIELCAREK SUSAN (BAHNEY) On Sunday, December 25, 2016, beloved wife of the late Matthew H.; mother of Kristine Lee (John) Mielcarek-Sharpe; grandmother of Alexander, Patrick and Ryan; sister of the late Bonnie (Sigmund) Landler, Rose (Warren) Siciliano, Jean (Bud) Roehner, William (Rose), John (Evelyn), Nick (Mary Jane), Andrew, Paul (Arlene) and Harry Bahney; also aunt to many nieces and nephews. NO VISITATION. A Funeral Mass will be held in St. Cyril of Alexandria Church Thursday 9:30 a.m. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Arrangements by THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave. at Davis Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MORRISON LESA B. AGE 53, PASSE...

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MORRISON LESA B. Age 53, passed away the first week of December in Nairobi, Kenya, where she had been doing research on the Luo people. She perished, it is believed, as the result of a spider bite. Dr. Morrison is survived by her mother, BeeJee Morrison (Mrs. Perry); and her sister, Abby Morrison; and beloved friends and relatives. She graduated cum laude as a "lifer" from Winchester Thurston School in 1980, earned a B.A. in economics, and an MBA, from the University of Chicago in 1985 and a Ph.D. from Duke University in political science as an Africanist, specializing in ethnic conflict, in 2004. Between business school and earning her doctorate, her interest in empowerment and conflict resolution led her to the Peace Corps for three and a half years in Corozal, Honduras (1986-1989), where she helped the local Garifuna women, African descendants, develop their small business - a cassava bread making factory, and that then led her to the World Bank in Washington, DC for a brief stint. In Durham, while working on her master's and doctorate degrees, she also became a trained mediator, using principles of non-violent communication in her work for the postal service in dispute resolution. When she returned to Kenya to continue her research, she also developed and practiced her interest in alternative medicine and healing techniques. She lived life by her own rules and on her own terms, passionate in her idealism and devotion to people's self-determination. She was a world traveler, across Africa, part of Asia, Europe, Central and South America, and climbed Kilimanjaro, Mt. Fuji, and Machu Picchu. She was an avid opera, classical music, and Pittsburgh Steelers fan, and she played Spanish style classical guitar. Those who knew her will miss her intelligence, idealism, and fondness for puns. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Thursday at 11 a.m. Visitation one hour prior to services (10 - 11 a.m.). Interment West View Cemetery of Rodef Shalom Congregation. Donations in Lesa's memory may be sent to the Pittsburgh Opera, the Pittsburgh Symphony, and the Jewish Federation of Greater of Pittsburgh, or a charity of the donor's choice. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

STAYDUHAR LAWRENCE “LARRY” ON ...

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STAYDUHAR LAWRENCE “LARRY” On December 24, 2016, Lawrence "Larry" Stayduhar, age 74, of McCandless Township, beloved husband of 49 years to Eleanor Stayduhar passed away peacefully. Also survived by his two loving daughters, Caryn (James) Bilotta of Glenshaw, and Lynn (Todd) Talarico of Gahanna, OH; sister, Lorraine (Ben) Boyle of AZ; sister-in-law, Teresa Stayduhar: two grandchildren, Maia Talarico and Dominic Bilotta; several special nieces and nephews. Larry was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Stayduhar and parents, Rudy and Anna Stayduhar. Larry was a Pennsylvania state police trooper for 27 years. In recent years, he enjoyed being a part of the Breakfast Club, which is a group of retired state troopers from the Gibsonia barracks. They gather each month for breakfast, and Larry loved to spend time with his old friends. After retirement, Larry ran a successful lawn service for many years. He loved helping others and enjoyed every minute of it. The family especially wants to thank Heartland Hospice and Arden Courts for the wonderful and exceptional care they provided to Larry this past month. Friends received Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Thursday 1 p.m. until time of service at 2:30 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Highway. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to F.O.R. (Focus on Renewal), 420 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks, PA 15136. www.simonsfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

NELSON IRENE C. AGE 89, ON SAT...

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NELSON IRENE C. Age 89, on Saturday, December 24, 2016, of Longwood at Oakmont formerly of Wilkins Twp. Wife of the late Marland E. Nelson; mother of Mark (Wendy) Nelson, Julie (Tim) Russell and the late Daniel Nelson; grandmother of Danny, Lacey, Timmy, the late Eric; also step-grandchildren, Grant, Garrett and Devin; great- grandmother of Danny; sister of John and Larry Check and the late Barb, Mia and Betsy. Irene was a longtime active member of Beulah Presbyterian Church retiring from the Easter Seals Society as a physical therapist. She was also Board President for many years for the United Cerebral Palsy Foundation. Irene was an honored recipient of numerous awards from both organizations. Friends received at WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001 Thursday only 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Memorial Service at Beulah Presbyterian Church Friday 11 a.m. Please meet at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Beulah Presbyterian Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

KOSAKOWSKI DOROTHY JEAN (MARX)...

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KOSAKOWSKI DOROTHY JEAN (MARX) With her family by her side on Saturday, December 24, 2016, Dorothy Jean, age 68, of North Fayette Twp., formerly of Crafton. Beloved wife of Raymond F. Kosakowski; and loving mother of Janet (William) Jacob, Valerie (Ralph) Orton and Jennifer (Bruno) Marques; dear Mema and Grandma of Zachery and Raymond Orton and Tiago and Luiza Marques; sister of Florence (late John) Pippin. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER - STOVER, INC., FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Ave., Crafton on Tuesday 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Philip Roman Catholic Church, 50 W. Crafton Ave., Crafton on Thursday at 10 a.m. If desired, memorials may be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Rd., Pgh., PA 15237 or the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pgh., PA 15205. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

HARRIS ROBINA “ROBBIE” OF MCMU...

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HARRIS ROBINA “ROBBIE” Of McMurray, on Saturday, December 24, 2016, age 78, wife of the late David Henry Harris; beloved mother of Julie Braughler (Bob), Stephanie Armstrong (Jim); sister of the late Sheila Woolley; loving grandmother of Adam and Kate Braughler and Liam Armstrong; dear friend of Doris, Helen, Arnie and Judy. A memorial mass will be Friday at 10:00 a.m. in St. Joan of Arc Church, 6414 Montour St., South Park, PA 15129. Contributions may be made to the church. Arrangements entrusted to DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, Library. davidhenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

LORINC MICHAEL J. AGE 82, OF B...

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LORINC MICHAEL J. Age 82, of Brighton Heights, passed away on Friday, December 23, 2016. Beloved husband of Elizabeth Lorinc; loving father of his stepdaughter, Patricia Toomey; grandfather of Madison, and Garrett Toomey; brother of John Lorinc, Helen Lorinc, and Mary Ann Lorinc. He was preceded in passing by his parents, Steven and Mary Lorinc; and also his two brothers, Steven and Joseph Lorinc. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. https: //shop.stjude.org/GiftCatalog/ donation.do?cID=14262&pID =24671. Professional Services Trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., Blawnox www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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