VISITATION No visitation will be held.
SERVICES
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 24, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Fairmont Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 730 S. Fairmont Ave., Lodi, CA
INTERMENT
Committal will follow the service at Cherokee memorial park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240
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Michael Charles Kvidera was born January 1, 1932 in Iowa City, Iowa to Milo & Erma Neoma Kvidera. Michael passed way on July 11, 2015.When he was about five years old they moved to CA to get away from the cold weather in Iowa. They first moved to Oakland and then settled in Stockton. At the age of 17, Michael left high school and enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1949. Michael fought in the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir in November & December, 1950. The epic battle was fought in minus 30-degree weather with the 15,000 allies suffering 12,000 in casualties including more than 3,000 KIA, 6,000 WIA, plus thousands of severe frostbite cases. A total of 17 Medals of Honor, 70 Navy Crosses plus many Distinguished Service Crosses were awarded for the campaign, the most for a single battle in U.S. military history. Mike was awarded the Korean Service Medal w/5 Bronze Camp Stars, Presidential Unit Citation and Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation.
After returning from the war, Mike returned to school and graduated from Stockton College High School in 1953. Michael worked for PG&E for 38-1/2 years. He began his career working on the gas crew and ending as a Pressure Operator for the gas department. He served two terms as the president of the PSEA retirees group and was in charge of marinating the crab for their annual crab feeds for over 20 years! He also helped found a PG&E Retirees RV group called Gold Country Rovers.
Michael had two brothers, Milo (& Toni) Kvidera of Grants Pass, Oregon and Marion (Lefty) (& Dawna) Kvidera of Fernley, Nevada. On April 18, 1954, Michael married Marilyn Hawkins of Lodi. They had two children, Dianna (Perry) Beesinger of Valley Springs, their children, Steven & Andrea (Jeremy) Olson. Andrea blessed her grandpa with twin great-grandchildren, Ethan & Emilia whom he loved dearly. His son David (Kim & Julie) lives in Salem, Oregon. His children are Brad (& Emily) Kvidera & daughter Jessica.
In the late 80’s Mike and Marilyn moved to Valley Springs to enjoy their retirement and they later purchased property at Eagle Lake in Northern California where they enjoyed their summers fishing and visiting with friends. After 53 years of marriage he lost Marilyn to kidney disease. Soon after Marilyn’s passing, Mike reconnected with a high school sweetheart, Genevieve (Genny) Carter. They married in 2008 after she lost her first husband of 53 years. She has two daughters, Susan Carter and Bettyjean Carter West both of Oregon. Mike and Genny enjoyed the Eagle Lake property, and traveling to Korean War veteran reunions for the six years they got to spend together.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Mike’s name to his church, Tri-Lakes Baptist Church, 7999 Wards Ave, Wallace, CA 95252, (209) 763-5217.
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VISITATION
A Visitation will be held on Friday, July 17, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICES
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, July 17, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., following the Visitation, at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICES A service will be held on Monday, July 20, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park Hwy 99 and Harney lane, Lodi, CA
INTERMENT
Interment will follow service.
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James Edward Lucas, United States Air Force retired, finished his life journey on July 9, 2015. That journey took him from Deming, New Mexico, his birthplace, to Thailand, Greenland, Europe and several Air Force bases in Arizona and California, where he retired. Know to family and friends as "Ed", he cherished his wife, Oma, and children: Nancy Hubbard (Judd) of Modesto, Carolyn Florence (Bryan) of Folsom, and son Bryan Lucas of Stockton. Three grandchildren will remember giggles and games they played with grandpa. They are Stacie Watts (Todd) of Modesto, Bryce Hubbard (Rikki) of Riverside, and Hannah Hubbard (fiancé Stephen) of Monterey. Three great-grandchildren were beyond special to Ed. They are Stephanie of Modesto, and Carter and Cora Hubbard of Riverside.
Ed leaves three sister: Betty Cummings (Ernest) of Arizona, Bonnie Adkisson (Lee) of Arkansas, and Cindy Hawkinson (Bill) of Hollister. Nieces, nephews, and cousins will remember many good family times.
Ed was preceded to Heaven by his mother, Ethel Morris Lucas, his father, Clentis Lucas, sister Geraldene, brother Don, and granddaughter Carrie Jane Hubbard.
Ed and Oma Lou Ward were married in Lathrop in 1951. He was just out of basic training. They moved to Lancaster, CA to begin their 63 year journey together. As in all journeys, there were exhilarating happy times and times of overwhelming pain and grief. Their faith, their love, and family support have carried them from challenge to challenge.
It has been said that the measure of a man is found in the people left behind who loved him. If true, we will remember a successful man because of the journey he made.
The family sends sincere thanks to the Stockton firefighters at Station 7, Hospice of San Joaquin and Creekside Care Home. All gave unfailing care and compassion.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of San Joaquin.
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SERVICES
Funeral Services, with Military Honors will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA
Robert "Bob" Fay Winslow a long time resident of French Camp, was born on May 25, 1931 in Carlton, Washington to Dow and Cora Winslow and brother Donald. Bob has lived in Kings River, Nevada for the last two years. Bob passed peacefully on July 7, 2015 with family present in Reno, Nevada.The Winslow family moved from Washington to California in Bob's youth. Bob attended Stockton High. Bobs greatest love was horses, in his teenage years while the other boys were looking for a fast car, Bob was looking for a good horse. He loved Rodeo and rode saddle bronc and bareback bucking horses, he also enjoyed team roping.
He married Elizabeth Cassidy, they had a son, Robert Dow Winslow. the marriage ended in few years later. He was introduced to Kathleen McGregor Hinds by a mutual friend. They were married a short time later. This marriage lasted 55 years. Bob and Katie had three girls Kristine Fay, Wendy Marie and Lynda Kathleen. They lived in Clements for a short time, moved to Stockton and finally to French Camp and raised their daughters there.
Bob cowboyed at different ranches in Northern California, drove cattle truck, then freight truck, he became a Truck Driver by profession and a Cowboy at Heart.
Bob loved his family, and was always willing to help friends and neighbors, he never met a stranger, and always had a story to tell. He will be greatly missed.
Bob is preceded in death by his parents Dow and Cora Winslow, and his wife Katie Winslow. He is survived by brother Donald Winslow, son Robert and Nicole Winslow of Stockton CA, Kristine and Pat Regan of Paicines, CA, Wendy and Martin Muratore of Kings River, NV, and Lynda and Kevin Silveira of Wallowa, OR. Fifteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Parkinsons Disease foundation. www.pdf.org 800-457-6676
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A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 from 5:00p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home , 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICES
Graveside services will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.
Florence Sailer was born on August 28, 1921 in Mercer County, North Dakota, to parents Christian and Mary Mastel. She left this life on July 7, 2015 to be with her beloved husband of 62 years, Erwin P. Sailer, whom she met and married in N.D., and then settled in Lodi about 1949 and started a dry cleaning business called Advance Cleaners, which they owned and operated for a decade.
Florence was preceded in death by her parents Christian and Mary Mastel, siblings Rose, Barbara, Lee, Claudia and Pius. She has many nieces and nephews. She is survived by her 3 daughters: Jennifer Peacock (Tom) of Maryland, Denise Holmes (Craig) of Stockton, and Claudette Mattes (Doug) of Linden; her 5 grandchildren: Tammy Chaney, Michelle Burns, Jon-Paul Ollenberger, Lori Corona, and Scott Mattes; 8 great grandchildren: Michael and Presley Chaney, Brittney and Jared Ollenberger, Ashlee Lubniewski, Carter and Audriana Mattes, and Alex Corona and 1 great-great grandchild: Riley Ollenberger.
Florence loved being a hostess at all family gatherings, especially the holidays, and spending time with family as much as possible any day and time of the year.
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VISITATION
No visitation will be held.
SERVICES
At the request of the family services will be held privately Friday, July 10, 2015 at Cherokee Memorial Park, Lodi, CA.
October 26,1920-June 28, 2015Tomoyo Kubota was born in San Mateo, CA, and lived most of her life in Victor, CA. Tomoyo was married to John Kubota, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her children Edward M. Kubota, Dorthy Kubota-Cordrey, and June Y. Armstrong; nieces and nephews Frank Oki, James Oki, Roy Oki and Grace Fukutomi; three grandchildren Ronald H. Kubota, James H. Kubota, and Jeffrey Armstrong; and two great grandchildren Araya Armstrong and Ayla Armstrong. She was a active member of Buddhist Church of Lodi, Lodi Fujinkai, and Lodi JACL.
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VISITATION
No visitation will be held.
SERVICES A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, July 8, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. at Buddhist Church of Lodi, 23 North Stockton St., Lodi, CA.
Daniel "Danny" Graves entered into eternal rest on July 5, 2015. Danny was born on July 15, 1952 in Stockton, CA, and is the son of the late George Orville Graves, Jr. and Mary Jean Pair.Danny was a lifelong resident of Stockton and graduated from Amos Alonzo Stagg High School in 1970. He was a talented auto mechanic who spent 45 years doing what he loved--working on cars. When he wasn’t working on cars, Danny was providing comic relief to his friends and family. He loved to make people laugh and had a knack for telling jokes. He will be remembered for his sense of humor and ability to create hilarity out of any situation.
Left to mourn his passing are two children, Michele Coughlin (wife of James Coughlin) and Ryan Graves. He is survived by three grandchildren, Jayden Coughlin, Kendall Coughlin and Logan Graves. He leaves behind three siblings, Jeannie Graves, Janet Jorgensen and Doug Graves. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Danny was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed.
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VISITATION
No visitation will be held.
SERVICES
A Memorial Service will be held at on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at 9:45 a.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park , Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240. Following the service, a reception will be held at the Dozier residence, located at 2465 Mistletoe Avenue, Stockton, CA.
Karl Bacon, 65, of Redding, California was born on October 18, 1949 and passed away July 3, 2015 from natural causes. He was an accomplished motorcyclist and marathon runner, riding his Harley Davidson every day to his job as a postal carrier for the United States Postal Service.Karl will be missed by his daughter, Lindsey Nichols (Michael), grandchildren, Jaesey and Zachary Nichols, and by his father, Herbert Bacon. Also surviving him are his sister, Kathy Mitchell, brother, Kurt Bacon, and numerous nieces and nephews. Karl’s wife of 40 years, Glenda, mother, Mickey Bacon, and sister Karen Bacon precede him in passing.
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VISITATION
No visitation will be held.
SERVICES
A Graveside Inurnment will take place on Friday, July 24, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane , Lodi, CA 95240.
A Celebration of Karl's life will immediately follow at Gun and Bocce Club, 4343 N. Ashley Lane, Stockton, CA.
Shellie Renee Maxwell passed away on July 2, 2015 in Stockton. A Beloved Single Mother who did everything she could to give her son a better life, her life was cut short before she could start a new positive life with new friends and family surrounding her. She graduated from Franklin High School in 1984, gave birth to her only son at the age of 24, and soon became a single mother who took care of her son all on her own. She began taking night classes at Delta College in 1997, eventually deciding she wanted to be in Child Development and began taking classes in that field of choice. While volunteering in the Learning Center during the day, she completed the courses needed and she applied for the Delta College Child Development Program and was eventually hired on; first only for part time and then eventually full time position. She was well liked by all the teachers and students. She worked at the Center for over 14 years, until she got hurt at work. She made the best out the situation she was put in. She remained strong through the worst times in life, knowing a brighter future would be near. She loved her service dog Presley. He provided that comfort whenever she needed it. Presley brought joy and happiness to Shellie’s life. She will be missed by her only son Scott, all of her family, friends and by Presley and other dog Remington. Shellie is survived by her son Scott Anderson; mother Doris Maxwell; father Harold Maxwell; her partner Mike Hough; sisters: Tami Byrd and Andrea Maxwell; niece Alexandria Chevalier, and nephews: Chucky Byrd, Gunner Tundgate, and Dylan Moore. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Stella and Francis DeLAcy, and by close family friend Paul Jarvis.
VISITATION
No visitation will be held.
SERVICES
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, July 17, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.
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David Akin 1947 - 2015 Graveside service on Friday, July 3, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. in the Garden of Freedom at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi, California 95240.
Terry Stevens Graveside service on Thursday, July 2, 2015 , at 1:00 p.m. in the Garden of the Gospels
at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi, California 95240.
Don passed away early Sunday, June 28, 2015 in Lodi, CA at the age of 85.He was born March 5, 1930 in Kansas City, KS to Harold and Helen Bradbury.
Don graduated from Leavenworth (KS) High School in 1948. He went on to graduate from the US Military Academy at West Point, NY in 1954. After a highly successful active-duty career in the Army that included assignments in Germany and Vietnam, he retired in 1980 at the Presidio of San Francisco as a Military Intelligence Colonel.
Among many strong values instilled in Don by his parents and various mentors, he worked hard to make a good home for his family. When asked recently what his greatest achievement in his life was, he responded, “My children.” Regarding the type of person he’d like to be remembered as, he said, “[I] tried to serve God, Country and Family as a loyal, obedient, loving, conservative figure.”
Don was a great leader of soldiers from small to very large Army units. He had a commanding presence that inspired anyone he met to be a better person. He once was introduced by a general officer as “unflappable.”
His nature was selfless and unassuming, and he had the highest integrity and moral values. Don truly lived the following extract from the West Point Cadet Prayer: "…Make us to choose the harder right instead of the easier wrong, and never to be content with a half truth when the whole can be one…”
After his passing, one of Don’s nephews wrote in a Facebook posting, “He was an incredible person. Quiet, but bold. Intimidating, yet tender. When he spoke, you listened. Not out of fear, but because everything he said seemed profound and you did not want to miss it... He was a fearless leader and seemed to master anything he ever attempted.”
Loved and admired by everyone who knew him, Don had a remarkable ability to make people feel at ease and appreciated. His incredibly firm handshakes and amazing bear hugs will be greatly missed.
Preceded in death by his parents and youngest sister Marilyn, Don is survived by his wife of 61 years Alexandra (Sandra) Parmly Bradbury; children J. Michael Bradbury (Maria), Anna Van Gelder (Mark), and Kirsten Mattos (Ray); grandchildren Lauren Ouellette, Colin Bradbury, Corinne Mattos, Valerie Van Gelder, Brandon Van Gelder, and Alec Mattos; sister Ruth Lindsay; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, Don's family would prefer that a donation be made in his memory to one or both of the following non-profit organizations’ efforts to best serve their communities (by check only via regular mail):
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VISITATION No visitation will be held
SERVICES A memorial service followed by a reception to celebrate Don’s life will be held Sunday, July 5, 2015 starting at 1:00 PM in the O’Connor Woods Chapel. Directions are on O’Connor Woods’ Web site.
Sharon Lynn Waring, 79 passed away suddenly on June 25, 2015 after battling Interstitial Lung Disease for 2 years. Born December 18, 1935 in Santa Ana, Ca. Sharon graduated from U.C. Davis in 1957, where she met Peter J. Wallace Jr. They were married for 48 years until his passing.They are survived by sons John (Christine) Wallace and Stephen (Toni) Wallace and grandchildren Ashley, Kadie, Kenny and Bernadette. Brother, Chuck (Lorene) Meyer and sister, Roxanne (Jim) Trainor.
Sharon raised John and Stephen in Lodi while helping others through her involvement with Junior League and Omega Nu as well as her dedicated service to Dameron Hospital as a Pinstriper. She also learned the Interior Design business and worked in that field for twenty years, primarily at Newfields in Lodi.
Sharon was a passionate golfer and as a member of the 18 Hole Ladies Group at Woodbridge Golf and Country Club. She loved playing with her many friends for more than 40 years. She also enjoyed Ladies Club tournaments and playing Twilight Foursomes with Peter and friends.
Sharon loved fishing whether it be for trout in the mountain streams and lakes or trolling for stripers in the Delta. She and Peter had wonderful times together….They would hop on their boat the “Loving Doll” where Sharon would brandish her custom rod “Lil Hooker” or head to Fort Bragg for summer salmon fishing. She and Peter traveled to Cabo San Lucas several years where she landed a 155 pound blue marlin without any help.
Winter touched her heart and while skiing with Peter and her boys at Kirkwood Meadows, the powdered snow, the clear Sierra streams and lakes became her home away from home.
Entertaining was a passion for Sharon and she especially enjoyed planning fantastic dinner parties featuring wild game that Peter, an avid hunter, had brought home. She did it with an unmatched flair while being her gracious self.
Sharon and Peter moved to Scottsdale, Arizona in 1998 and they both enjoyed the desert and their new friends while continuing to play a lot of golf until Peter passed away in 2005.
In 2006 Sharon returned to Lodi and her search for adventure continued when in 2007 she was introduced to Clint Waring by mutual friends. They became soul mates from the beginning resulting in their marriage in December 2008.
Between spending time at home with family and friends she enjoyed going to Lake Tahoe and of course playing golf at Woodbridge.
Clint and Sharon made several east coast trips as well as two European journeys and her favorite was a Greek Isles cruise.
Sharon passed away while on vacation in the loving arms of and is survived by Clint.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Salvation Army where Sharon enjoyed serving until her health would no longer allow it.
Lodi Corps of the Salvation Army, 525 W. Lockeford St. Lodi, Ca. 95240.
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VISITATION
No visitation will be held.
SERVICES A Memorial Mass will take place on Tuesday , July 7, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 215 S. Walnut (at Church St.) Lodi, CA . A reception will follow at Wine and Roses, 2505 w. Turner Rd. , Lodi, CA
Rowland Hal Cheney, 71, was killed in a plane crash while living a grand adventure in Ketchikan, Alaska. Rowland was born in Utah on August 8,1943 to Hal and Frances Cheney. Rowland was educated in California at California State University, Chico, and attained a MFA from U.C. Berkeley. Rowland spent his working career as an Art Instructor at San Joaquin Delta College where he passed on his passion for Art to his students. Rowland was known publically for his monumental bronze sculptures and other works of fine Art for the Cities of Lodi, Tracy, Dublin, Stockton, and San Joaquin County, as well as entities such as Micke Grove Park and Zoo, to name a few. Rowland also ventured into the corporate world and produced original sculptures for Breyer Company’s worldwide market. Rowland had a heart for God and will be remembered for his love and commitment to his family, his friends, his Kiger Mustangs, his spiritually motivated artwork, and his many students. Rowland was the “Rock” of his family and he will be greatly missed.
Rowland is preceded in death by his wife, Cheryl Cheney, his father Hal Cheney, and sister Mary Dreher. Rowland is survived by his four children, Marin Whitaker, Zachary Cheney, Jessica Watson, and Joshua Cheney, as well as his two sisters, Lillian Brown and Jennifer Trost, and 10 grandchildren.
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VISITATION
No visitation will be held.
SERVICES
A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 10, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at Bethel Open Bible Church, 760 S. Ham Ln., Lodi, CA.
Donald C. Foletta passed away on June 24, 2015 in Lodi at the age of 79. Don was born on October 17, 1935 in Stockton to Marie and Charles Foletta.
Don and his brother Wayne owned a Farming business “Foletta Bros. Inc” for more than 20 years and when he retired started a mobile repair company “Foletta Mobile Repair”.
Don loved his family and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He also, loved drag racing and building small block motors which out-performed big blocks at the Sacramento Drag Strip.
Don spent his youth at the Tuesday Night grudge match races at the Kingdon Drag Strip in Lodi and was especially proud of his 55 Chevy which he bought new and modified for the strip. Don also, raced twin engine Go-Karts at the oval in Lodi for many years receiving dozens of trophies.
Don is preceded in death by his parents and by his son Donald Ray Foletta. He is survived by his wife of 57 years Pauline Foletta; children: David Foletta (Janie), Cheryl Foletta (LeAnne); grandchildren: Danny Foletta (Michelle), Holly Foletta (Alex); great-grandchildren: Brian, Charlotte, and Addison; his Brother Wayne Foletta (Linda) and numerous nieces and nephews.
Plants rather than flowers are preferred or donations to: Hospice of San Joaquin County in the name of Don Foletta.
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VISITATION
No visitation will be held.
SERVICES
A memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at 3:00 p.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.
A Reception will follow the service at the Stockton Ballroom, 9650 Thornton Rd., Stockton, CA 95209.
Leo McCarver 1929 - 2015 Services
Graveside services on Saturday, June 27, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the Holy Cross Garden at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 & Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240
Obed Pigg 1934 - 2015 Interment
Interment following service Friday, June 26, 2015 in the Garden of Trees at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 & Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.
Guerrero Cano 1932 - 2015 Interment
Interment following the service Friday, June 26, 2015 in the Garden of Azalea at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 & Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.
Earnesteen Fox 1926 - 2015 Interment
Interment following the service on Thursday, June 25, 2015 in the Garden of Memories at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 & Harney Lane, Lodi, CA. 95240.
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