DONCALS DONNA E. Age 80, of Washington, died Monday, October 30, 2017, at home. She was born September 8, 1937, in Pittsburgh, the daughter of the late Elliott Byers and Catherine Toner. Donna was a graduate of St. George High School in Pittsburgh's Allentown neighborhood and Pinkerton Business College in Pittsburgh. She worked as an airline flight attendant with American Airlines in her earlier years. Donna was a member of St. Hilary Roman Catholic Church and a member of the American Airlines KIWI Club. She was a devoted wife and mother and enjoyed taking care of her children, grandchildren and extended family. She liked decorating and creating art through painting. She was also a former Girl Scout Leader. On February 24, 1962, she married Richard Allen Doncals, Sr., who died January 27, 2009. Surviving are two sons, Richard A. (Kimberly) Doncals, Jr. of Washington and Damon (Erin) Doncals of Washington; two daughters, Desiree E. (Martin Jakubow) Doncals, M.D. of Canton, OH and Deborah E. Doncals of Canonsburg; a sister, Bridget E. Patrick of Pittsburgh; six grandchildren, Alexandra, Colette, Sarah Beth, Stephanie, Nicholas, and Samantha; and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, November 4, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Hilary Roman Catholic Church in Washington. Burial will follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. All attending should meet at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to WILLIAM G. NEAL FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 925 Allison Ave, Washington. The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.Additional information and guestbook are available on line at www.NealFuneralHome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOTZER MARY BETH AGE 59, SUDDE...
BOTZER MARY BETH Age 59, suddenly on Tuesday, October 31, 2017, formerly of Forest Hills. Cherished daughter of the late Robert and Yvonne Botzer; sister of Robert J. Botzer, Theresa A. (Steven) Filippo, Thomas J. (Linda) Botzer, and Christopher J. Botzer; aunt of Anthony and Gregory Filippo and Brian, Jonathan, Brandon (Amanda), Nicholas, and William Botzer. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001, THURSDAY ONLY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial St. Maurice Church on Friday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Verland Foundation, 212 Iris Rd., Sewickley, PA 15143. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TARTLER ELEANOR S. (PANAIIA) O...
TARTLER ELEANOR S. (PANAIIA) Of West Mifflin, on October 31, 2017, age 87. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth Tartler; mother of James (Carol) Tartler and David Tartler; sister of Julie Brandiberg, Rocco Panaiia and the late Joe Panaiia; also survived by four grandchildren. Eleanor was an active member of Resurrection Church and involved with the bereavement group. Friends received SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall, Thursday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral Mass Friday, 10:00 a.m., Resurrection Church, West Mifflin. www.swgfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BURKHART JOSEPH JOHN III PASSE...
BURKHART JOSEPH JOHN III Passed on October 26, 2017, at age 78. Gone before him, his parents, Joseph John Burkhart II and Anna Zellers; and his wife, JoAnne Burkhart. He is survived by his son, Joseph John Burkhart IV and his daughter, Janel Burkhart, of the home. Also, by his daughter, Jennifer Burwell and her husband, William and their son, Joshua Burwell. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FLAMM BETTY JANE (LOSMAN) ON T...
FLAMM BETTY JANE (LOSMAN) On Tuesday, October 31, 2017. Beloved mother of Max (Stephanie) Flamm and Danielle Flamm; sister of Beverly Losman (Larry Melnick) and the late Barbara Naki; sister-in-law of Tom Naki; grandmother of Aiden, Alex, and Buttercup. 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 Homewood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Western PA Humane Society, 6926 Hamilton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208. www.schugar.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RENTLER PHILIP J. "BUTCH" AGE ...
RENTLER PHILIP J. "BUTCH" Age 61, of Deer Field Beach, FL, on Tuesday, October 31, 2017. Companion of Claire Vargesko; son of Jack and the late Dolly Rentler; brother of Robert (Donna) Rentler, William (Linda) Rentler, Barry Rentler, and Blaire Rentler; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Services private in Florida. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MINOR ELIZABETH D. (WEIR) ON O...
MINOR ELIZABETH D. (WEIR) On October 30, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Henry Skip Minor; loving mother of Denise Minor and Richard (late Marcy) and the late John Minor; grandmother of Richard Minor, Jr., and Scott and Jason Evans; sister of Ellen Cramer and Patricia Jones. Friends received at the BAGNATO FUNERAL HOME, Jefferson St., Carnegie, Fri. 2-4 and 6-until the Blessing Service at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the family. Add a tribute at bagnatofuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KLEIN WILLIAM G. AGE 91, BORN ...
KLEIN WILLIAM G. Age 91, born in Pittsburgh, August 24, 1926, and a longtime resident of Bridgeville, passed away peacefully in Cranberry Twp., on Monday, October 30, 2017. Loving husband of the late Lillian (Justus) Klein; and father of the late Karen Klein Tarr. Survived by his sons, Gene (Anne) and Steve (Beth); and three grandchildren, Geoffrey (Brittany) Klein, Courtney Klein, and Kayla (Mark) Irwin. He is also survived by his devoted sister, Caroline Todaro; and was a beloved uncle to his nieces and nephews. Bill served his country during WWII as a proud member of the U.S. Navy. He spent most of his career in the steel industry for both Universal Cyclops and later Ampco Steel. He was a longtime member of the Bridgeville Methodist Church. Arrangements are entrusted to COLE FUNERAL HOME OF SEWICKLEY. A private inurnment and memorial service will be held at a later date. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANDERSON DONALD R. PEACEFULLY ...
ANDERSON DONALD R. Peacefully at his Crafton Heights home, with his family by his side on Friday, October 27, 2017, Donald R., age 77. Beloved husband of the late Carol A. Anderson; loving father of Tracie (Bryan) Doerr and Robin (Scott) Lorentz; dear grandfather of Matthew and Charlene Doerr and Christopher, Samantha, Joshua, and Nathan Lorentz, and Jeffrey Ryan; brother of John Anderson and the late Sandra Pampena. Per Don's request, there will be no visitation. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Don's life at his Committal Service at Resurrection Cemetery Chapel on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. followed immediately by a luncheon at the Crescent Twp. Volunteer Fire Hall, 79 McGovern Blvd., Crescent, PA 15046. Arrangements entrusted to HERSHBERGER-STOVER, INC. FUNERAL HOME, Crafton. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MEDUHO NICHOLAS V., JR. NICHOL...
MEDUHO NICHOLAS V., Jr. Nicholas V. Meduho, Jr., age 55, of Mt. Lebanon passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 26, 2017. Born on November 18, 1961, he was the loving son of Nicholas V. Meduho, Sr. and the late Dolores Meduho. Beloved brother of Beth (Rick) Magyan; dear uncle of Richard Magyan; nephew of Sophie Foster and Vincent N. Meduho; also survived by many cousins. Nicholas was an avid Motocross Rider and was a treasurer for District 5 Motorcycle Club, Inc. He enjoyed fishing and biking. He had a successful lawncare business and was also an advisor for Primerica Investments. A service will be held at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery Mausoleum on December 9, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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POWELL GERALDINE AGE 77, ON SU...
POWELL GERALDINE Age 77, on Sunday, October 29, 2017 passed in ManorCare- Shadyside. Beloved mother of Cheryl (Roger) Burton, Marsha Powell, Theresa Bryant, Raymond Anthony Powell, Tracey Powell, David Powell, Melanie Powell, Angela Powell, and Allan Powell; sister of Evelyn Wells, Woodrow Bennett, Phyllis Bennett and the late Shirley Givner; two grandchildren; and 14 great- grandchildren. Visitation on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. in the ELMER L. HERMAN FUNERAL HOME, 5204 2nd Ave., Hazelwood. Going Home Services on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. in St. John the Evangelist Baptist Church, 4537 Chatsworth Ave., Hazelwood. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COYLE SISTER LOUISE DE MARILLA...
COYLE SISTER LOUISE DE MARILLAC Age 90, died at Caritas Christi, the motherhouse of the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill in Greensburg, on October 20, 2017. Born in Pittsburgh, Sister Louise de Marillac entered the congregation of the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill in Greensburg, on September 8, 1951, from Saint Luke Parish, Carnegie. Preceded in death by her parents, Peter J. and Marguerite E. (McGregor) Coyle; two brothers, P. Thomas and Joseph; six sisters: Lorraine Belmont, Mrs. Mary (Henry) DeLuca, Mrs. Dolores (Stan) Kmick, Mrs. Dorothea (Francis) Petrucci, Mrs. Elizabeth (Harry) Lastowski, Kathleen Coyle; and cousins, Sisters Rose Agnes McGowan, SC and Mary Adrian Bronchaine, SC. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Virginia (F.E.) Stang; nieces and nephews. She earned a bachelor's degree in education from Seton Hill University and taught students in the dioceses of Altoona- Johnstown, Greensburg, and Pittsburgh. From 1974, until her retirement in 1995, she ministered as the activities director at Assumption Hall, the former retirement home and infirmary for the sisters. In reflecting on her life as a Sister of Charity, Sister Louise said, "A vocation to the religious life is a gift from God and a challenge to live out the vision of the Gospel. I was blessed to have supportive parents and a family who made it possible to choose this life." Arrangements: Visitation: Friday, November 3, 2017, 2-7 p.m. Vigil: Friday, November 3, 2017, 7 p.m. Funeral: Saturday, November 4 , 2017, 10:30 a.m., Caritas Christi Motherhouse, Mt. Thor Road, Greensburg, PA 15601. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of Charity, De Paul Center, 144 DePaul Center Road, Greensburg, PA 15601. For more information visit the website, www.scsh.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PALECKI MARY ANN AGE 86, OF MT...
PALECKI MARY ANN Age 86, of Mt. Lebanon, on Sunday, October 29, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Anthony Palecki; dear aunt of Marion (Larry) Lewis, William (Maureen) Ford, Diane (Terry) Coyle, John (Cathy) Ford, David Ford and the late Joanne Frigillana, Victor and Thomas Ford; also many grandnieces and nephews; sister-in-law of Rita Pello; sister of the late Elizabeth (William) Ford, Bernie (Pauleen) Pello and Robert Pello. Friends welcome Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd. Scott Twp. 15220 (412-563-2800). Mass of Christian Burial in St. Bernard Church Saturday 11:30 a.m. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PARKER JAMES ROY III ON AUGUST...
PARKER JAMES ROY III On August 16, 2017, unexpectedly James was called to his Heavenly home by our Lord. James is survived by his son, James Roy Smith, LaMar Smith, mother of James Smith; his granddaughter, Patience R. Smith; his mother, Barbara Parker; siblings, Glory, Roger, Sharon, Eugene (Laura); and a host of aunts, nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends. James was preceded in death by his father, James Roy Parker II; his brother, Robert Edward Parker; and his nephew, Robert Lee Parker. Memorial Service Saturday, November 4, 2017, at 1 p.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC. www.houseoflaw.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PLOTKIN ARTHUR Arthur Plotkin died on October 11, 2017, even though his family thought he would live forever - he would have been 102 on November 5, 2017. Born at his home in the Hill District, he was the youngest of Maryasha (Kasden) and Leon Plotkin's four children. Arthur attended Miller Elementary School, and after moving to Squirrel Hill, he graduated from Allderdice High School in 1932, one of the school's first graduating classes. During World War II, Arthur Plotkin served as a Staff Sergeant in the intelligence unit, stationed near Okinawa, Japan. After the war ended, he stayed in Japan with the U.S. occupying forces. Returning to Pittsburgh after the war, he helped his mother at her poultry store in Squirrel Hill, he started a business with one brother and then the other, he married and started a family. Arthur worked for over 65 years until he was nearly 100, at Nu Life Cleaners, the business he started in the early 1950s, located in Braddock, PA and in Squirrel Hill. Arthur's life was defined by humility, simplicity, generosity, and a commitment to his faith. He was wise, and said what he needed to say succinctly, without judgment. His philosophy was uncomplicated, Make a lot of money so that you can give it away, and Everything works out for the best. He was an inspiration, and will be sorely missed. Arthur Plotkin was predeceased by his parents; his siblings, Al Plotkin, Nellie Vinograd, Ben Plotkin and their spouses. He was also predeceased by his loving wife, Miriam Neuman Plotkin. Arthur is survived by his adoring children, Marsha Plotkin (Ted Goleman), Maxine Plotkin, Lenny (Erela) Plotkin; loving grandchildren, David Malitz (Melissa Beattie), Andrew and Jesse Goleman, Miriam (Naftali) Senft, Yehuda and Rivka Plotkin; infant great-granddaughter, Naomi Leah Senft; many nieces and nephews; dedicated caregivers, Pat Vlam, Laverne McHarris. Donations in Arthur's name may be made to: Hillel Academy, Beacon St., Pittsburgh, PA; Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, 5th Ave., Pittsburgh, PA; Community Day School, Forward Ave., Pittsburgh, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GUMP BILL L. OF MT. LEBANON, O...
GUMP BILL L. Of Mt. Lebanon, on Tuesday, October 31, 2017, age 75, beloved husband for 46 years of Joan G. Gump; loving father of Lawrence White (the late Lorraine), Sharon August, David White (Peggy) and Christine Hoglund (Peter); extraordinary Papa of Jeremy, Elizabeth, Jonathan, Brendan, Kassandra, Samantha, Larry, Jr. and Joshua; great-grandpa of Ashley. Bill served in the U.S. Army as a Military Police in Korea, Itlay, and France and also served combat in Vietnam. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday at 1:00 p.m. in St. Bernard's Church in Mt. Lebanon. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Huntington's Disease Society of America, hdsa.org, or Disabled Veterans of America, dav.org. davidhenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PETRONE WILLIAM L. William L. Petrone (Bill/Pete), age 92, of Delmont, PA, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2017. Bill was born on March 23, 1925, and raised in Wilkinsburg, PA where he attended Wilkinsburg High School. After graduation he joined the Marine Corp where he spent the majority of his enlistment in North Carolina fighting in the nation's secret war against U-boats off the USA coast. He married Celia Willis from Atlantic, North Carolina and remained in the area fishing the waters of the Core Sound. After his discharge he returned to Wilkins Township, Pittsburgh, PA, where they raised four children. Bill spent most of his career working first for the Joseph Graciano Company and later as an electrician for Sargent Electric. Bill is survived by his children, Barbara Melson, Lynn Petrone (Barry), William Petrone (Alyssa), and Jennifer Bruce; as well as his six grandchildren, Rebecca, Jessica, Harrison, Alyssa, Sam, Hannah; and six great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Celia; parents, James and Helen Petrone; his brothers, Richard and James Petrone; his great-granddaughter, Gwen Montgomery; and son-in-law, Rick Melson. Bill loved gardening, cooking, golfing, traveling, dancing, and participating in his class reunions, all of which he continued to do until recently. He was a devout Roman Catholic and was active in the Knights of Columbus. His children are extremely grateful for the 15 years of care that he provided his wife during her struggle with Alzheimer's disease. The family would like to thank Hempfield Manor, Greensburg, PA for the excellent and kind care which they provided during the final months of his life. Visitations will be held on Friday, November 3, 2017, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 4, 2017, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike, (412-372-2100). A Blessing Service will follow the visitation at 11 a.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Excela Hospice Charitable Foundation, Excela Latrobe Hospital, One Mellon Way, Latrobe, PA 15650 or to Hempfield Manor, 1118 Woodward Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601. Please visit www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEHLE KAREN JOYCE (BILOCK) ON...
STEHLE KAREN JOYCE (BILOCK) On Wednesday, November 1, 2017, after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, Karen, 61 years old, has been delivered into God's hands surrounded by family and friends. She is survived by daughters, Kaitlyn Anne Roberts and husband, Travis and Jillian Rebecca Stehle and boyfriend, Brendan Albright; along with her former husband, Rich Stehle; also survived by her beloved siblings jackasses, Joseph, Jr. (Deanie), of Pittsburgh, Joanne Price (Mike), of Munhall, Patricia Iannotta (Frank), of Mt. Lebanon, Jon Bilock, of Pittsburgh, and Beth Shannon (Sean), of Santa Ana, CA. She was adored by her nieces and nephews, Beau Bilock, Patrick Bilock, John Iannotta, and Flora Iannotta. She was lovingly helped and cared for by her dedicated cousin and friends, cousin Monica Allen, friends, Lori Crowley and Kitty Lang. Karen's parents, Joe and Anne Bilock preceded her in death. Karen was a lifelong resident of Pittsburgh where she disliked the snow and yearned for warmer weather. She was a tenured employee at Westinghouse and the University of Pittsburgh Law School and Franjo Construction. She enjoyed all things purple, hydrangeas, motorcycle riding, and mostly her loving children. Viewing will be on Friday, November 3, 2017, from 2:30-8:00 p.m. at the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, at 500 Greenfield Avenue, Pittsburgh. Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at Holy Angels Church, 408 Baldwin Road, Pittsburgh, with Rev. Robert Ahlin on Saturday, November 4, 2017, at 11a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Make-a-Wish Foundation, The Gulf Tower, 707 Grant Street, 37th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (greaterpawv.wish.org) or The Cancer Caring Center, 4117 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224 (cancercaring.org). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LAVALLEY LEONA KELLY LEE AGE...
LaVALLEY LEONA KELLY LEE Age 82, of Penn Hills, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Robert E. LaValley, Sr.; loving aunt of Kathy (Joe) Monge, Michael (Annette) Kelly, and Steve Kelly; sister of the late William Kelly; best friend of Charlotte Murray. Lee was an elementary art teacher for Fox Chapel/Gateway School Districts for 40 years. She was an active member of the Third Presbyterian Church in Shadyside. Friends will be received Saturday, November 18, 2017, from 10-11 a.m. followed by a celebration of her life service at the Third Presbyterian Church, 5701 Fifth Ave., Pittsburgh, (412-661-4710). The family kindly suggests memorial contributions may be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237 or online at www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org. Arrangements by the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL) (412-856-4747). www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KINDER ELDER D. DAN AGE 73, ...
KINDER ELDER D. DAN Age 73, of Clairton, passed away at home on Tuesday, October 31, 2017. Born August 1, 1944, in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Elder O. and Mary (Beilstein) Kinder. A US Navy veteran of the Vietnam War era, Elder was a man of many talents and many interests. He held three different bachelor's degrees and did a number of different jobs. He was an IRS Agent in their Criminal Investigation Division, a tax preparer, an appliance repairman, and retired as an unloader/ operator at US Steel's Clairton Works. He was also a proud and active member of the VFW Post #803 and American Legion Daniel Keffer Post #75, both in Clairton. His family and friends will always love and miss him and his wonderful, eclectic sense of humor. Dan was preceded in death by his wife, Victoria Kinder, who passed away November 13, 2014; and his brother, Thomas J. Kinder. He is survived by his daughters, Dawn M. (Dennis) Roser of Beloit, WI and Gwynne E. (Jason) Kelly of Benson, NC; his son, Thomas D. (Heather English) Kinder of Pittsburgh; his stepdaughter, Vicki Emery; his grandchildren, Emmaly, Katrina, and Sidney Roser and Sebastian, Dylan, Nikita, and Aryanna Kelly; and his step-grandchildren, Angelo and Elizabeth. Friends will be received on Saturday, November 4, 2017, in the A.J. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 555 5th St., Clairton, PA 15025, (412-233-5700) from 10 a.m. until a 12 Noon Funeral Service. Interment will be private at the request of the family in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. bekavacfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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