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From: Gloria White <>
Subject: [CAN-BC-OBITS] Nov 12, 2001 Lower mainland / Vancouver
Date: Mon, 12 Nov 2001 12:06:18 -0800

Deaths (11/12/01)

The Vancouver Sun notes the following deaths in today's paper BROWN CAMERON DRENNAN HAW LARUSSON LONGO LYTTLE McCORMICK RAYNOR SAWULA SHAW WAGNER WATSON YADA ZA


The Province notes the following deaths in today's paper BROWN DRENNAN LONGO McCORMICK SAWCHUK SAWULA SHAW

LARUSSON _ Christopher Knud, born December 12, 1951 in Gimli, Manitoba, passed away November 5, 2001 in North Vancouver, BC. Survived by his loving wife Sharon Mary Larusson; daughter Brittany; father Hjalmar; sisters Luanna, Delia (Paul); brothers Jerome, Dean (Rene); brother-in-law Ed (Margaret); sister-in-law Darlene (Ron); nieces Lianne, Katelyn, Rebecca, Brooklynn, Rae; nephews Ben, Bailey, Iori, and Luke as well as many family and friends. Predeceased by his mother Donna; brother Ben and sister Beth. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 10, 2001 at the Boal Chapel, 1505 Lillooet Road, N. Vancouver, BC. Interment in Gimli Cemetery, Gimli, Manitoba.

WAGNER _ Anne, (nee Johnson, passed away peacefully at home on November 9, 2001, age 58 years.Survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Al: 2 daughters, Shelley (David) Dillon, of Halfmoon Bay; Linda Grant of Burnaby; 3 grandsons; Louis & Eric Dillon; and Nicholas Grant, her parents, Eric and Eileen Johnson of Roberts Creek, 1 brother, David Johnson of Surrey, niece Melissa & nephew Michael. Member of O.E.S., Mt. Elphinstone Chapter. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 16th at 1:00pm at Immanuel Baptist Church, 109 East 40th Ave., Vancouver. Rev. Richard Hohensee officiating. Internment at Mountain View Cemetery. Arrangements through Devlin Funeral Home, 604-886-9551


SAWCHUK _ Edward. Passed away November 7, 2001. Survived by family and friends. Funeral will be November 14, 2001, 9:30 a.m. at Glenhaven on Hastings.


SAWULA _ Marion, (nee Johnson), born September 5, 1914 in Revelstoke, B.C. passed away November 8, 2001. Predeceased by her brothers Walter, Arnold, Norman and Jack, and sister Freda. Survived by her loving husband Stanley, and many nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held Wednesday, November 14, 2001 at 2:00 pm at Burkeview Family Funeral Care, 1340 Dominion Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cat Wish Society, Box 29004 RPO, Delamont, Vancouver, BC. 604-733-5448


SHAW _ Col. Anthony (Tony) OBE passed away peacefully Thursday, November 8, 2001 aged 85 years. Survived by his loving wife Sylvia, 2 daughters Jennifer and Caroline and grandchildren Gavin, Joanna, and Helen. Also 1 sister Joan Thompson in England and many other relatives and friends. Prayers will be Tuesday, November 13, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. in Good Shepherd Church, 2250 150th Street, South Surrey, BC where Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, November 14, 2001 at 10:00 a.m Fr. S. Galvon and Fr. G. Franken concelebrating. Interment to follow at Gardens of Gethsemani Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined, donations to Good Shepherd Church or Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Kearney South Surrey 604-542-2232

WATSON _ Elizabeth (Lily) born 1911 in Portadown, Ireland. The McClatchey family settled in Vancouver when she was 8 years of age, but, she was Irish until her death on November 9th, 2001 in White Rock with her family. She was predeceased by her much loved youngest daughter Sheila (Mickey) in 1972, and her husband James Stewart Watson, in 1982, several sisters and brothers. She is dearly loved by her surviving children, Elaine Baxter and Lorna MacGregor (Brent) and her memory shall be cherished by her grandchildren Sharon and Susan Baxter, and Matthew, Cameron, and Meredith MacGregor. Her beloved brother Ambrose and his wonderful wife, Mabel were very special to her. Many nieces, nephews, friends, and South Vancouver neighbours will remember her strength, friendliness and pride of family. A Celebration of Lily's Life is planned for Wednesday, November 14th at Harron-Hamilton Funeral Centre, 5390 Fraser Street, Vancouver at 1 p.m. A reception to follow at the centre. To honou!
r her memory, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Children's Hospital Infant Death Research.


LONGO _ Cosimo aged 74 years, passed into the presence of his Lord on Friday, November 9th, 2001. A resident of Vancouver since 1963. Cosimo will be sadly missed by his loving family, his wife, Anna; 6 children, Renzo (Chiara), Rosa, Lucio (Emira), Franco (Faye), Dario (Mitzi), Elena, and daughter-in-law, Patricia; 12 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren all of Canada; also his family in Italy, sisters, Anna, Maria, and Lidia; brothers, Nicola and Tonino; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 14th in Bell Funeral Chapel, 2746 East Hastings Street, Vancouver. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Burnaby. In lieu of flowers, donations made in Cosimo's memory to the B.C. Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Many thanks to the nurses and staff at U.B.C. Hospital, Ward 1A. BELL FUNERAL CHAPEL 604-253-4554


LYTTLE _ Howard, passed away on November 9, 2001. He was born June 23, 1924 Portadown, N. Ireland. He is lovingly remembered by his family; wife, Lillian; daughter, Julie; son-in-law, George Boyle; grandchildren, Patrick, Kailee and Cameron of Calgary, AB. Survived by brothers, Ed (Vera), Jim, Rick (Orma) and sister, Daphne. Howard requested no service. Donations on Howard's behalf should be sent to Palliative Care Ward, Lion's Gate Hospital. First Memorial Funeral Services 604-980-3451


McCORMICK _ Michael. Born on May 15, 1927 in West Calder, Scotland. Passed away peacefully on November 9, 2001. He leaves to go forward, 3 sons, Mike (Brenda), Andrew and Stuart and their mother Lutcya, 2 sisters, Molly Lawrie and Anne (Jim) Travers, 4 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews in Scotland. Predeceased by his mother Sabina and father Michael, his brother-in-law Robert Lawrie and his daughter Maureen. Michael arrived from Scotland in 1951 with not much more than a dream and quickly became an innovative pioneer in the construction, mining and transportation industry in Northern Canada. Michael made Vancouver his home since 1966 and had been active in the Vancouver mining scene until recently. Although blessed with exceptional health for most of his life, the past few years have proven to be an uphill challenge. Through it all, Michael seldom complained and always marched on. Special thanks to Dr. Rod Andrew and the staff at St. Pauls Hospital who treated Mic!
hael, your commitment and dedication to health care is invaluable. Thanks also to Don McCarthy for all your incredible support. A memorial service to be held at 10:00AM Wednesday, November 14 at Kearney Funeral Services chapel at 1096 West Broadway. Cremation to follow. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.


BROWN _ Mary (nee McDonald) passed away on November 6, 2001, age 91 years. Predeceased by her beloved husband, John in 1992. Survived by 2 sisters, Cathy and Dorothy (Rod); 2 brothers, Bob (Aileen) and Jack (Penny); other family and friends. Mary graduated from the VGH School of Nursing in 1931. Private family arrangements. Cremation. Interment at Masonic Cemetery, Burnaby, B.C. HAMILTON-HARRON Funeral Centre 604-325-7441


DRENNAN _ Cyril "Rill", born in Belfast, Northern Ireland on August 14th, 1923, passed away peacefully on November 4th, 2001. Predeceased earlier this year by the love of his life, his wife of 50 years, Helen; and by his 5 brothers. He is survived by his sister Elsie and many nieces and nephews in Eastern Canada and Northern Ireland. Rill served in the Special Commando Unit of the R.A.F. during World War II and was an active member of the Canadian Legion. Rill, a long time employee of Air Canada was well known as the "Anonymous Poet Laureate" of the Richmond maintenance hangers. He made many friends at work, in his neighbourhood and his Richmond community and will be greatly missed by all. Memorial service will be held at Gilmore Park United Church, 8060 No 1 Road, Richmond on November 15th at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the S.P.C.A. appreciated.


HAW _ Mary Dorothy. December 10, 1904 - November 6, 2001. Passed away in Kamloops, B.C. Predeceased by her husband Sid in 1977. She will be lovingly remembered by her four children, Robert (Mae), Parksville, B.C., Audrey Jenkins, Vancouver, Sid Jr., Atlanta Ga., Shirley (John), Kamloops, as well as all of her grandchildren, great- grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.


RAYNOR _ Christopher Edward George, born on February 13, 1947 in Ottawa, passed away suddenly at his home, on November 8, 2001. He is survived by his loving wife Penny, and 9 year old daughter Sara. He also has brothers Terry, Keith and sister Suzanne, from Ontario. Penny's parents Bernice and Gerald Moen, and Penny's brother Dennis, and sister-in-law Laurie, nieces Robyn and Ashley are part of his family who will all miss him. For all who knew Chris, he will be missed for his incredible humour, unending love and devotion for his family, and innocent love of life. A memorial service will be conducted by the Rev. Terry Hibbert, on Tuesday, November 13, at 2:00 p.m. at the Grace Christian Fellowship, at 2606 Kingsway, in Port Coquitlam. A tea will follow at the church. Flowers are gratefully declined in favour of donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.


YADA _ Frank (Genichiro) born December 3, 1907, Vancouver, B.C. passed away peacefully, November 9, 2001. Predeceased in 1971 by his first wife, Kuniye and in 1983 by his brother, Genji. He will be dearly missed by his wife Shizue; sons Ken (Dorothy), Fred (Linda), Mick (Terry), brother Harry (Linda), and his grandchildren Stephanie, Ken, Ryan and Darren. Frank was an accomplished poet and writer who was devoted to his family, the Japanese community and the Buddhist church throughout his life. A memorial service will be held at the Vancouver Buddhist Church, 220 Jackson Street, Vancouver, on Wednesday, November 14, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.


In Memoriams (11/12/01)


YOUNG _ Shirley Ann. January 16, 1931 - November 12, 1999. In our hearts your memory lingers Sweetly tender, fond and true; There is not a day, dear Shirley, That we do not think of you. _ You are loved and missed by all, especially husband Alex; daughters Susan, Heather, Linda and families; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Grace and Jim; brother and sister-in-law Lorne and Gloria and families.


DAVIS _ Cecelia Norah. Died November 12, 1999. We all lost a precious friend. May she rest in peace.


LAUINGER _ Peter. November 12, 1923 - November 12, 1998 Dear Dad, Missing you, always and forever. _ Love your T.O.


VOTH _ Jacob Abram. August 30, 1929 - November 12, 2000. To the one who taught me love, To the one who taught me patience, To the one who ... taught me! _ Grampa we miss your face. Your family.

WHITTIT _ Ian. Hi Ian, you left us too soon a year ago, but we love you and miss you and we always will. Take care Dave


WILLETT _ Frederick Willett. On November 12, 1982 passed away. In loving memory. I miss you every day, Irish

BARKER-Fredrick Edward (Ted) of Delta, BC Passed away suddenly on October 28, 2001. Survived by his wife Elva, children, Bob of Edmonton, Rhonda and Rebecca of Delta, grandchildren, Odette, Chris, Scott, Alysha, Taylor and Amylia. Memorial service and celebration of life to be held Thursday November 15, 2001 at 12 noon at the Firefighters Social and Athletic Club, 6515 Bonsor in Burnaby. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

MOORE - Roy, late of Burnaby, passed away November 2, 2001. Roy is survived by son, Donald; 3 brothers; Tom, Dempster and Earl; 3 sisters; May, Eileen and Phyllis. Also sister-in-law Isobel (Ernie). No service by request. Donations may be made to the Royal Columbian Hospital or the charity of your choice. Columbia-Bowell 604-521-4881

RIEDLINGER 4433A1 RIEDLINGER Alfred Anton passed away on October 31, 2001 at the Abbotsford Menno Hospital at the age of 79 years. He is survived by his loving family, his wife Doris, daughter, Shannon (Hermann) and his son Kerry (Rosemarie), his grandchildren Elise and Shandel, his step-grandsons Manfred (Lisa) and Ron and his great grandson, Caylen. Our thanks to the caring staff at Menno Hospital and also for the kindness of Dr. Wiebe. No service by request.

HENDERSON'S FRASER VALLEY FUNERAL HOME LTD. 34537 Marshall Road, Abb. 854-5534 OBITUARIES IN BRIEF HAWES, Louise Passed away October 31, 2001. No formal service. KWANTES, Jessie Passed away November 1, 2001 Funeral Service Wednesday, November 7 at 2:00 p.m., Ebenezer Home, Abbotsford. Graveside, Kelowna BC on Tuesday, November 6, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. REID, Earl, Philip Passed away November 2, 2001. No formal service. ZOMAR, Mike Passed away on November 1, 2001. Funeral service was held at St. Ann's R.C. Church on Tuesday, November 6, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. Henderson's Fraser Valley Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

HOUGHTON - Dorothy Rebecca, passed away peacefully November 5, 2001 at the Kiwanis Care Home, New Westminster. Dorothy was born in New Westminster on August 30, 1913. She was predeceased by her loving husband William in 1986, also by brothers George and Jack, sisters Betty and Jean. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Diane Oberg (Robert), son Don (Bev), grandchildren Nancy, Paul, Mark and Troy and great grandchildren Alex, Jason and Reid, niece; Norma, nephews; Michael and Martin. Memorial service will be held on Sunday, November 11, 2001, 1:00pm at St. Aidan's Presbyterian Church, 7th Ave and 14th St, New Westminster. Flowers are gratefully declined, but those who wish may make a donation to the Alzheimer Society of B.C. or to a charity of your choice. Columbia-Bowell 604-521-4881

STANOFFSKY, Don "Pole" Born Dec 16, 1937 in Melville, Sask. Don was a long time resident of Port Coquitlam that passed away suddenly at Royal Columbian Hospital on Sat Nov 3, 2001 at the age of 63. Don was survived by his loving wife of 40 years Marge, children Darren (Kelly), Karen (Lance), Katherine (Michael) and grandchildren Jennifer, Katelynne, Paige & Sheena. He is also survived by his twin brother Ron and brothers Richard, Delbert & Roy and sisters Monica, Loretta & Yvonne. He will be sadly missed by many other in-laws, relatives & friends, far too many to mention. He knows who you are. A memorial service will be held Saturday Nov 10, 2001 at 1:00pm at Burkeview Family Funeral Care, 1340 Dominion Avenue, Pt. Coq., B.C. Flowers gratefully declined in favour of donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association

Error! Bookmark not defined.WOODLAWN FUNERAL HOME 2310 Clearbrook Rd. 853-2643 OBITUARIES IN BRIEF GILL, Jasmail Kaur Passed away October 31, 2001 Funeral service Saturday, November 10, 2001 at 11:30 a.m. from the Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home. Cremation at Mission Crematorium. RAJWAN, Nihal Kaur Passed away November 3, 2001. Funeral service Saturday, November 10, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home. Cremation at Valley Crematorium. MAINWOOD, Viola Helen Passed away November 2, 2001. Funeral service Thursday, November 8, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. from Abbotsford Pentecostal Assembly. Interment at Hazelwood Cemetery. FRIESEN, John Passed away November 2, 2001 Funeral Service Thursday, November 8, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. from Clearbrook MB Church. interment at Maclure Road Cemetery. SAWATZKY, Herman Passed away November 3, 2001. Funeral service Friday, November 9, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. from Sevenoaks Alliance Church. Interment at Maclure Road Cemetery. THOMAS, Dorotha!
May Passed away November 4, 2001 Memorial service Friday, November 9, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home. Woodlawn Funeral Home In Care of Arrangements 853-2643

DOUGLAS Susan Valerie "Val" On November 1, 2001, Susan "Val" Valerie Douglas of Agassiz passed away suddenly at her home at the age of 48 years. Prayers were held Tuesday, November 6th, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at the family residence at 567 Bridge Road, Agassiz. Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, November 7, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Mary Magdelane R.C. Church. Fr. Gary Gordon Celebrant. Interment in Cheam Cemetery. She will be sadly missed by her children Angela Douglas of Chilliwack and James (Teka) Douglas of Chilliwack; grandchildren Cherisse Sulkanum of Nooksack, William Sulkanum of Chilliwack, James, Takota and Cameron. She is also survived by her siblings Robert Alec, Vince (Jackie) Douglas, Cathy Jimmie, George Douglas, Cynthia (Melvin) Malloway, Dean Douglas, Teresa Douglas, Ina Douglas and numerous nieces and nephews and close family friends. She was predeceased by her parents Amelia and George Doulgas, sister Lorna Gravel and daughter Julie Douglas. Val loved to d!
o beading and going to bingo. She was a very giving person who loved to help others and had a very big heart


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Births (11/12/01)
HOWES _ Andrew, Andrea, sister Megan and brother Nathan proudly announce the birth of Adam Ronald Burnett born at Surrey Memorial Hospital on August 20, 2001 at 2:45pm, weighing 6lbs. Happy Grandparents are Susanne and Ronald Wright; Katherine and Murphy Shewchuk; Barton Howes and Faye Wilson. Special thanks to Dr. D.K. Still.


HSUEH _ Steve and May are thrilled to announce the arrival of their precious son Jordan Gavin Hsueh born on September 25, 2001 at 10:45 a.m. weighing 6lbs 4ozs at MSA Hospital. He is loved by grandparents, aunts, uncles, counsins and especially by big sister Vanessa. Special thanks to Dr. Driedger and Dr. Shaw.


McMANUS _ Lorne, Catrina and big brothers Clayton & Quintin are thrilled to announce the birth of the new edition to the family, Hudson Lawrence, born on July 14, 2001, weighing in at 9 lbs 2 ozs. Spoiling privileges go to grandparents Bill & Louise Vanderley and Bob & Charlotte McManus.


WADE _ Steve and Heather are pleased to announce the birth of their son Kevin William at 10:14 a.m. on October 20, 2001. Kevin was born in North Vancouver and weighed 9 lbs 1 oz. Proud grandparents are Bryan Wade of Kelowna and Joanne Wade of New Westminster, John and Patricia Graffin of Surrey, great-grandmothers Florence Wade of Surrey and Anne Graffin of Winnipeg.


WHITE _ Our twins arrived Saturday, October 27, 2001, Tanner Stephen White, 5lbs 8 oz and Ryker Paul White, 5 lbs 3 oz. Proud parents Lacey and Stephen, and big sister Portia, grandparents Lesley Usher and Randy Bishop, and Brenda and Joe White.


TREMBLAY _ Anja and Martin very proudly announce the birth of their son, Nicholas Frederic Martin, October 29, 2001, weighing 7 lbs., 4 ozs. Happy 1st time grandparents are Suzanne and Denis Tremblay, Lake Errock and Ursula and Gerhard Riebenstahl, Braunschweig/Germany.


Trudy & Dale Roffel and big brother Daniel Thor are pleased to announce the arrival of their new son, Trent Dale Roffel born August 29, 2001 at 7:33pm weighing in at 9lbs .04 oz at Burnaby Hospital. Proud grandparents are Franke & Maryellen Roffel and Delaine Castonguay and Glen & Shirley Corbet. Great grandparents Hilda Castonguay and Gwen Keay.

BRADLEY CLARK WAINWRIGHT was born on September 3, 2001 at Royal Columbian Hospital early morning at 2:09am weighing a healthy 9lbs 1oz. The very proud first time parents Jacqueline and Clark Wainwright welcome Bradley! We Love You!

It's a Boy! 4441A1 Napier Photo CALEB Our 4lb 1oz breech "Caleb" came into the world at 11:15 p.m. by c-section on October 1, 2001. Mother Myra Napier and Father Timothy Skorka are happy and proud. Mother and baby are doing great!. Thank you Jesus.

HAWKSWORTH- Big sister Brooklyn is thrilled to announce the long awaited arrival of her brother Jordan Daniel, born October 13, 2001. Proud parents are Dan and Jill, proud grandparents are Les and Joan Kynaston and George and Noreen Hawksworth.

It's A Girl! MARK & JANNA REIMER are happy to announce the birth of Rhea Mae Reimer Rhea was born October 23, 2001 in the Chilliwack General Hospital. She weighed 8 lbs 9 oz. Proud grandparents are Ben & Marg Reimer and Peter & Elaine Ulanicki. Special thanks to Dr. Paul Basson.

It's A Girl1 Sara Hunter is proud to announce the birth of her bundle of joy TRISSANNA JOANNE LOUISE HUNTER 6 lbs 12 oz. MSA Hospital, October 18 4:35 a.m. Welcome to the family little one

It's a Girl! Dave and Debbie Smith are proud to announce the birth of their first child a daughter: MICAELA DAWN SMITH born September 24, 2001 weighing 5lbs 8oz. A perfect little angel!

It's a Girl! Andrew has a little sister! MYKENZIE JOY NELSON was born August 31, 2001 at 1:31 p.m. weighing 3lbs 14oz and 17 inches long. Proud parents are Adam and Shantelle. Thanks Dr. Whitely and the staff at MSA

It's a Girl! Jason and Krissy Bredlow are proud to announce the birth of there baby girl: KATE-LYN MARIE born June 17, 2001 at 4:35 a.m. weighing 8lbs 8oz. Thank you to Dr. Gordan who delivered her safely

SHAUNNA HEIDE & CHRIS FARQUHARSON are happy to announce the birth of Dylan Peter Christian Farquharson Born on October 31, 2001 at 12:00 am in the Chilliwack General Hospital. Dylan weighed 8 lbs 14 oz. Proud grandparents are Kirstine Farquharson, Wendy & Darryl Palmer, Pete Heide and Shirely Stewart. Special thanks to all the staff at CGH maternity ward.

It's A Boy! KEVIN AND DEBBIE are happy to announce the birth of Brock Michael Cote Born October 17, 2001 at 5:54 pm in the Chilliwack General Hospital. Brock weighed 9 lbs 1.5 oz. Proud grandparents are Ernest & Jean and Marcel & Dee. Special thanks to my favorite nurses Carole, Sharon, Mary Ellen, Terri and Esmerelda as well as the best doctors: Dr. Jeppersen & Dr. Martin.

It's A Girl! GINA & TOMMIE MACISAAC are happy to announce the birth of Grace Christine MacIsaac Born October 21, 2001 at 5:15 am in the Chilliwack General Hospital. Grace weighed 9 lbs 15 oz. Proud grandparents are Bryan & Gerd Stolee of Chilliwack and Francie MacIsaac of Sydney, NS. Special thanks to Dr. Esmail and Dr. Basson.

Big Sister Sara along with her parents John & Mary would like to announce the birth of Ethan John VanderHoek Born November 2, 2001 at 8:26 am in the Chilliwack General Hospital. Ethan weighed 8 lbs 14 oz. Proud grandparents are Jonas & Jennie Jacobi and George & Diny DeYries Special thanks to Dr.'s Nelson & Esmail and nurse Jacinthe

Engagement

DAVID &COLLEN SMITH of North Vancouver are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Hilary Smith to Mark Polzer, son of Joe &Ingrid Polzer of Kelowna. The wedding is to take place June of 2002 in North Vancouver.

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