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Terry Grubb posted a condolence
Family of Fred: Fred and I were acquaintances for almost 30 years and he was the same friendly Fred each time I saw him. Part of those years I spent working with him and enjoyed his friendship.During this time of sadness you will be in my thoughts and prayers, and I pray that GOD will comfort each of you by providing a way for you to cope with his passing.
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Brenda Shoemake posted a condolence
was a kind and thoughtful man. was always pleasant and friendly to me. i remember the wreck i was in and how he was there for me then. just want the family to know that he will be remembered as a kind and gentle soul. prayers are going up for you the family. love you linda. you are my bestest friend.
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Ricky Mcneill and Family posted a condolence
We are so sorry for your loss, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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Donna Harless Jones posted a condolence
Sue,I'm so sorry for your loss! Fred was a good man and will be missed by everyone who knew him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Dane & Geneva Absher posted a condolence
Linda,Sarah and family so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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Norma Lewis posted a condolence
Aunt Sue and family, I am sorry for your loss. I will be praying all of you.
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ANITA JOHNSON posted a condolence
To the Family
So sorry to hear about Fred.
Thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time.
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Cindy Miller posted a condolence
Fred and I worked together for nearly 9 years. In the years since we moved to WWES he and I rode together every morning delivering the PreK students to their school. We had a lot of deep conversations on those bus rides. He was the grandfather I lost a long time ago. He gave good advice. He always picked on me cause of my "wierd views on life" as he called them. I'd call him a stubborn ole democrat and he would just smile and tell me to "hush up now." Fred - you will be missed by me. I love ya old man.
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Randy,Paula and Kevin Elliott posted a condolence
Myself and my entire family knew and my dad,(Roy Elliott) worked with Fred for many years. He was our sons bus driver. Fred will be dearly missed for sure. May God bless and comfort this wonderful family during their time of grieving and loss. The family will be in our prayers.
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Steve & Kay Eller posted a condolence
Terry and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. May the love of our Heavenly Father comfort you.
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Linda May Cornett posted a condolence
Dear Linda and family, I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. May God reach his arms around your whole family during this trying time! My deepest sympathy is with you!
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Joyce McNeill posted a condolence
Linda, Sara and Family,
We would like to send our sincere sympathy during this time of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you comfort today and in the days ahead.
Jimmy and Joyce McNeill
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Michael & Tina Rutherford posted a condolence
Linda, Sarah, and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying that God will comfort you and your families during this difficult time. Love you all, let us know if you need anything.
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Clarence and Sandra Dillard posted a condolence
Sue,We were very sorry to hear about Fred. I know you will miss him terriblly.You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Clarence and Sandra Dillard
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Clarence and Sandra Dillard posted a condolence
Sara and Family,We were so very sorry to here about your dad.We thought a lot of him.He was such a sweet person.I know you and your family will miss him.You all are in our thoughts and prayers,Clarence and Sandra Dillard
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Lynn & Barbara McCoy posted a condolence
Terry, Linda and all of the family - Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you thru this sad and difficult time. My you find comfort and guidance in the Love of God and a strength only He can give. Our Love.
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Judy Viers posted a condolence
Sue,Linda and all the family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this time of loss!! Fred was a good man and I know he will be missed. TWT
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Patty Richardson posted a condolence
I am deeply sadden to learn of Freds passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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Celia posted a condolence
I will always remember Fred being one of the nicest people anyone could ever meet. God bless and keep you.
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Keith, Teresa, Shane & Kayla Bare posted a condolence
Dear Family, Our hearts are very saddened with the going home of Mr. Fred. He will always have a special place in our hearts. He has watched over our children on the school bus for the past 12 years. He was a nice, caring and loving individual to all the children on the bus. We love you Mr. Fred and will miss you.
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Cindy McKiddy posted a condolence
Linda, Greg, Lyndsi and Family; We are sorry for the loss of Fred. We will be praying for you and your family. If you need anything please let us know.
Bobby, Cindy, Shawn and Kelsi McKiddy
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Lecia Severt Turner posted a condolence
Linda and Family, I just heard about your dad. I wanted to send my condolences and let you know all of you are in my prayers. Remember all the good times with your dad, they will help you get through. May God Bless you and your family.
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Amy Simmons posted a condolence
Linda, Lyndsi and family, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours during this time of loss! God Bless! Mrs. Amy Simmons
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Sherrie Phillips posted a condolence
Linda and Family,
How I will miss Mr. Fred in the afternoons at Westwood as I put my students on his bus. They dearly loved him and he always greeted us with a smile. Mr. Fred was one of my favorite people and I will always have such fond memories of him. My prayers are with you. May God bless you. Sherrie
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Scott and Tammy Gardner posted a condolence
Linda and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your dad was loved by many and was an inspiration to all who knew him. May GOD give you comfort and the strength that you will need to endure your loss. Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers. May GOD bless you.
Scott and Tammy Gardner and Family
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Klyda Boone posted a condolence
I'm so sorry,Linda. Cherish the memories. Thinking of you and yours during this sad time.
Love
Klyda
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Dot McNeill Green posted a condolence
Linda and family, Calvin and I were so saddened to hear of Fred's passing. We have known him for years and he was one of the sweetest men you would ever meet. I most recently would see him at the Post Office and he always had that sweet smile. Calvin remembers him from his years of service to the Fire Dept. Just know that he is now with our Lord and Savior and we will see him again! Rejoice in this fact and treasure the memories. Love and prayers to all of you.
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Susie Blevins posted a condolence
Linda, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was such a nice fellow. Love to you and your family.
Susie
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Lisa Testerman posted a condolence
Linda and family, I have just found out about your loss. Just remember he is happy. My thoughts and prayers be with you. God give you and your family peace and comfort. Let me know if there is anything that I can do. Lisa
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Frederick& Patty Howell posted a condolence
Terry, Lisa, Laura, I am so sorry this time has come, I will be praying much for you, I know that as difficult as it is, our flight is still yet to come, and that your Dad is fine now because He is with the Lord of all creation of Heaven Earth and Sea.
Frederick&Patty Howell
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DeAnna and Molly posted a condolence
Linda and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time of loss. Molly will miss Mr. Fred on her bus ride.
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Craig, Melinda, Austin and Tanner posted a condolence
Linda, Sarah, Terry and Family - Our hearts breaks for you and your family for the loss of your dad. Our family is sending you and your family all our love through this difficult time. No words will make the pain go away but knowing that people care means alot. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Carol Duncan / PET Dairy posted a condolence
Terry
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
I did not know your dad but I can say he did raise a fine son. You are one of the most exceptional talented people that I have had the honor to work with.
Please let me know if there is anything that I can do for you or for your family.
Praying for you all,
Carol Duncan
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Max & Wanda Hurley posted a condolence
To Sue and the children.Our Prayers and thought's are with you. Fred was like family to us. He worked for us many year's. Everyone thought of Fred as a very nice helpful person.Certain customers would only let Fred wait on them. He was alway's pleasant and kind to everyone.
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Robert & Debbie Poe posted a condolence
Fred was a wonderful person. Everyone will truly miss him.
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F.A.&Edith posted a condolence
Sue,Linda and family,We are so sorry about Fred's passing,but we can all rejoice in knowing he is with The Lord Jesus Christ now.We can all look forward to the day when we'll be there too.May God bless you all with His Peace,Love and Comfort in the days ahead.
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Missi Rash posted a condolence
Sarah I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Linda Yakel posted a condolence
Mr. Fred was a huge part of my daughters Elementary School years. Angela and Rebecca have fond memories of him....
He will be greatly missed by our family.
The Yakels
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jeff and libby posted a condolence
TERRY, LESA RYAN AND FAMILY,
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF MR ABSHERS PASSING. YOU ARE ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
LOVE, JEFF LIBBY BEN AND KATIE MATHESON
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Virginia Tomlinson posted a condolence
Linda, Sarah, Sue and family: All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry about your loss. Fred was a good man and everyone thought very highly of him. I remember him working at Max Hurley's Auto Parts. God needed him so he called him home. It is hard to let them go, but it is totally awesome knowing they are going home to be with their heavenly father.
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Alice & Tim Vannoy posted a condolence
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr Fred was a wonderful man. We know he will missed so much.
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Marie Lewis Walton posted a condolence
Sue, Linda, Sarah, Terry and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Fred did so much good in his time here on earth and is now spreading his wings in heaven! I pray that God wraps his arms around each of you today and in the coming weeks to comfort you.
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Sandy McVey posted a condolence
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you during this time. You were an angel to our family when my mother-in-law passed away and words can't express how much you are appreciated. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to call.
Love always, Sandy McVey
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Lynna Greer posted a condolence
Linda and family I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I pray that God will give you strength and peace during this very difficult time. Our thoughts are prayers are with you all.
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Melissa Greene posted a condolence
Linda, Sarah, and family: I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I know you have many special memories of him to cherish in the days to come. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
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The Surber's posted a condolence
We will miss Mr.Fred. He was our kids bus driver and a wonderful person. Love and prayers to all the family.
Sammy, Kelly, Alex & Ashley
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Teresa Batrouny posted a condolence
Linda, Sarah and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this most difficult time.
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Joey and Telana Wiles posted a condolence
Linda and Family, we were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Frank Wilcox posted a condolence
Sue,
My heart goes out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
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Gary L. Jones posted a condolence
Sarah,Linda,Terry and rest of family. I was very sorry to hear of Freds passing. You can rest knowing he is in a better place.Time has a way of healing and the memories you can always hold close to your heart and those no one can take away.Sarah its been a long time since I bagged groceries for you at Lowes and checking Terry in with his Flavorich milk and Linda I once sold you a puppy. I know I rarely ever see you but I have always considered you all friends.Its those memories we create in this life that no one can take away.You will always have your dad near your heart no matter how many more years go by. Just know you are each in my prayers.
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Rose Price posted a condolence
Linda, so many times you have been there for me when I lost a loved one or a friend. I can never put into words how much you mean to me. It has been almost 3 years since momma died. And I still miss her so much. Know that my heart goes out to you and the family. If there is anything I can do for you or your family just let me know. You all will be in my prayers. Love you Rose
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Karin Doudna posted a condolence
I cannot tell you how much, as a parent, that I appreciated Mr. Fred for the care he took in driving my child to school every day. I knew that my son would arrive to school and back home safe and sound. (How he always had a pleasant attitude while driving a busload of children around, I'll never know)! My thoughts and prayers go to the family. Thanks Mr. Fred!
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Kim Johnson posted a condolence
Linda, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. Sending prayers your way.
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Ed and Ann Paisley posted a condolence
Linda and Sarah,
We were very saddened to hear of your father's passing. Please know that both of you, and your family, are in our thoughts and prayers. Your father will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him. We extend our sincerest condolences and sympathy to you and to each family member.
Sincerely,
Ed and Ann Paisley
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Johnny Noblett posted a condolence
To Linda, Terry, Sarah, and Family. I am so sorry to hear of your father passing, He was such a kind and wonderful person, he will be greatly missed by everyone who had the honor of knowing him. He was a great public servant to the citizens of Ashe County. Sorry that I did not get to attend his funeral this cold weather and I don't seem to agree. Linda you have always been there for my family when we needed you the most, I wish I could say something that would make it easier for you. A fathers love is something that can never be replaced but you always have all those special memories, I have known you and Greg, Terry and Lisa, and Joe Mike and Sarah for a long time. You are all very special to our family our daughter Sarah got to know your dad the first few days of school as he was her bus driver, she liked him very much as I'm sure the other kids did. Please remember our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the Lord Bless and keep you all. Johnny Noblett and all of his Family.
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April Billings posted a condolence
Im sorry for your loss. I didnt know Fred that well. But he drove my kids school bus. I always greatful that he worried about the saftey of my kids like he did. He was a great bus driver.
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Sherry Jones posted a condolence
Taking Linda and I to the skating rink and to the movie theatre :-) His home was my home away from home when I was best friends with Linda in grade school. So sorry to hear he is gone...but never forgotten! Much love and many blessings to Linda and Sarah!
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Rick and Leslie Osborne posted a condolence
Linda and Family,
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this sad time.
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Alicia, Jeff, Tierra, Matt, and Khela Turnmire posted a condolence
We are so saddened to hear Mr. Fred passed away. He was such a wonderful man, and took great care of the kids on the bus! May God wrap his arms around his family and comfort them at this time of loss. He is going to be greatly missed, We love you Mr. Fred!!
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Brien, Terry, Alex, Jake and Cori posted a condolence
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Fred had the kindest soul. He was a joy to work with and he will truly be missed.
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Vicki Sexton posted a condolence
Linda and family, so sorry for your loss. Praying that God Will comofort you at this time!
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Christy Pennington posted a condolence
There are a few people in your life that you can say truly made a difference in your life or the lives of the ones you love. Fred was such a beautiful loving man who has truly shaped my life and the lives of my children. Tanner and Megan have reflected today on the millions of ways that Fred touched them and will help mold them into the kind of adult they are destined to be
Sue we love you more than you could ever imagine and pray for comfort for you and your family. We Truly love you all
Christy, Megan and Tanner
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Christy Pennington posted a condolence
There are a few people in your life that you can say truly made a difference in your life or the lives of the ones you love. Fred was such a beautiful loving man who has truly shaped my life and the lives of my children. Tanner and Megan have reflected today on the millions of ways that Fred touched them and will help mold them into the kind of adult they are destined to be
Sue we love you more than you could ever imagine and pray for comfort for you and your family. We Truly love you all
Christy, Megan and Tanner
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Christy Pennington posted a condolence
There are a few people in your life that you can say truly made a difference in your life or the lives of the ones you love. Fred was such a beautiful loving man who has truly shaped my life and the lives of my children. Tanner and Megan have reflected today on the millions of ways that Fred touched them and will help mold them into the kind of adult they are destined to be
Sue we love you more than you could ever imagine and pray for comfort for you and your family. We Truly love you all
Christy, Megan and Tanner
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Monica & Danny posted a condolence
Sue our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. May God bless and comfort you during this time. We love you!
Danny, Monica and family.
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Brianna Walton posted a condolence
Even though I didn't know you that well, you are still family and you will be missed dearly.
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Michelle Goodman posted a condolence
Sarah, Linda,& family,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. May God continue to give you all the blessings and conforting that only he can give during this difficult time.
God Bless,
The Goodman's
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Rick, Dawn, & Rusty Zachary posted a condolence
Linda, Sarah, and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Mary Scott posted a condolence
Linda and family,
I was saddened to hear of your dad passing away. You have my deepest sympathy. May God be close to you during this difficult time. We are here if you need us for anything.
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Tom Neaves posted a condolence
To the Family, I share my deepest condolences and sympthy. Fred was a dear friend and fine person.
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Teddy, Lesa and Ryan Absher posted a condolence
Dear Family, We are so sorry about the passing of Fred. We want you all to know that you are certainly in our thoughts and prayers and if there is anything at all that we can do for you, please feel free to call on us. We Love Each of You and May Wrap each of you in his loving arms.
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Angie Sexton posted a condolence
Linda, Sarah and family, I am so sorry about your dad. I'm sure you're as shocked as my family was last week. I wish I could do or say something to help but I know I can't.
If you need to talk or just cry please give me a call. If you need anything please let me know. Just lean on God and look to him. Love you all!!!
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Brenda H. Bledsoe posted a condolence
Dear Linda,
I am so sorry to learn of your father's death. Although I did not know him, I'm sure he was, in a large part, responsible for the wonderful person you are. You are in my prayers.
Love,
Brenda
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Donnie & Betty Lou Houck posted a condolence
Linda and Family, Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this sad time.Sorry for your loss. May God give you comofort
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Jessica posted a condolence
So sorry for your loss. Please let us know if we can do anything for your family.
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Martie Latham posted a condolence
Fred will be missed greatly by everyone at Westwood. The children loved him and he was such great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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Wednesday, January 4, 2012
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