In Loving Memory of Gabriel Anthony Kennedy
In the early morning of November 2, 2019 Gabriel (Gabe) Anthony Kennedy died unexpectedly. In the weeks prior to his demise everything was looking up for him: a good job, promise of a new place to live and a new friend with whom to share life.
Gabe was born May 29, 1989 in Anchorage two months prematurely, but he thrived. He grew into an intelligent, witty, young man with good health and a zest for living. Most of his education was in the Juneau School system. He loved playing football, singing, learning to dance, skateboarding, and snowboarding. Once a guitar was placed in his hands he took off. He sang and played in a fun group called Gramps and the Guppies which consisted of his brother Theo, Kiera Messing, friends, and his grandpa Ross. In eleventh grade he entered the Juneau-Douglas High School talent show with his group the "Band Known as O" and wowed the audience. He managed to graduate from high school by his wit and charm. After graduation he worked for GCI as an installer. His work history also includes café barista, farm hand, and computer repairman.
One of the highlights of Gabe's life was when he had his debut in the Folk Festival on the stage at Centennial Hall at 2:30 pm on April 2013. He was thrilled to have a chance to sing, play his guitar and to share the music he had written.
Gabe spent time away from Juneau over the years and did complete courses in computer systems at Perry Tech Institute in Yakima, Washington. Then while living in Reno, Nevada, Gabe enjoyed his life and work there until a devastating car accident in May of 2014 almost took his life. Gabe spent four weeks in Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno trying to hang on to life and to come out of a coma. Before he came out of the coma his right lower leg had to be amputated. He had excellent surgeons, physicians and therapists with his mother Solea there every step of the way. After Reno he went to the Rehab center at University of Washington in Seattle. To further aid in his recovery he moved to Whidbey Island where he found a place to rest and recuperate. Nine months after the accident Gabe suffered complications of his initial trauma and ended up losing his stomach. Against all odds, he again regained some assemblance of health.
In the spring of 2018 he decided to move back to his home state of Alaska. After about five months of staying in Hoonah with relatives he decided to move to Juneau. Gabe had struggles, but there were many people who gave so much to help him. His counselor Tracy at Juneau Christian Center, Psychiatrist Dr. Bruce Weeks and his wonderful nurse Christy Roulet at SEARHC spent endless hours helping him. At JAMHI, his case manager Dennis Galey, assisted with his life skills. Doctor Don Schneider at Valley Medical was his primary care physician and medical advisor. His physical therapist Che Plang, and prosthetist Elizabeth Einset with the State of Alaska were helpful and encouraging. There were numerous folks at the Vocational Rehab. that spent hours working with Gabe. There are many others who engaged with Gabe, but the constant and loving support from his grandparents Devita and Ross Writer was his foundation. As time moved on it was very hard for Gabe to find suitable work, but he finally found a job with a kind man, Dan Penrose, at Udder Culture where he had worked with him before.
Gabe was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, David Kennedy, great grandfather Frank Stipek and great grandmother Virginia Stipek, paternal step-grandfather, Richard Haight, and his cousin Savannah Cayce. Many of his loved ones remain, including his mother Solea Kennedy and brother Ben Haight (Whidbey Island), his brother Theo Kennedy (Juneau), his maternal grandparents, Devita Stipek Writer, and step-grandfather Ross Writer, and step-grandmothers Eve Reckley and Suzanne Haight, step-father Russ Haight and his wife Tonia Haight, Aunts and Uncles, Tory and Rob Haight, Sunny and Glenn Haight, April and Paul Maunu, and Bethany and Joel Kennedy. He also leaves many half siblings, cousins and loving relatives.
We are comforted by an image of Gabe in the arms of God, not playing a harp, but playing his guitar and singing at full force!! Gabe had the most engaging personality. His wit and love of humor was creative and fun. He never entered a room without a big grin on his face and without the anticipation that something really good was going to happen. He had a charismatic spark that drew people to him. He is truly missed by friends and family alike.
This Friday evening, January 24, 2020 at the Juneau Christian Center starting at 6:30 pm there will be a free concert in memorial for Gabe and in honor of the First Responders and Front Line Professionals. It will feature the Tribute Band and soloist Adelle La Brecque. Several of Gabe's favorite songs will be played in addition to two that were written by him.
To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit our Sympathy Store.
Published in Juneau Empire from Jan. 29 to Feb. 28, 2020.
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JUNEAU, ALASKA — Gabe Kennedy, 30, died suddenly on Nov. 2, 2019.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life for Gabriel was held at 1 p.m. on Dec. 7, 2019 at Living Word Church in Oak Harbor, Washington.
Friends and family are encouraged to attend a Celebration of Life Memorial Concert being held at 6:30pm, January 24, 2020 at Juneau Christian Center, 8001 Glacier Hwy, Juneau, Alaska. An Evening of Music, Performing two of Gabe's original songs and some of Gabe's favorite cover tunes.
The Tribute Band
Brian Messing, Electric Guitar
Kevin Messing, Drums and Vocals
Scott Grant, Bass, Vocals and Electric Music
Adelle LaBrecque, Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Gabe was born and raised in Juneau, Alaska, and later moved to Washington state.
He was always happy and joyful and could be found often at local venues playing his favorite and original songs on his guitar.
Gabe was an avid snow boarder, who loved nature and the outdoors until, on May 8, 2014, he suffered severe injuries as a pedestrian in a hit-and-run accident in Reno, where he was working in the telecom field. The accident left him without most of his right leg, many broken bones, multiple head injuries and the loss of his stomach, which resulted in severe ongoing pain. Still Gabe managed to bring joy to many with his upbeat demeanor and comic wit.
Gabe's family would like to say thank you to all of the friends and family members who stood by him through his recovery after the accident and beyond. We know it was the strength of your love that extended his days.
In lieu of flowers, a permanent memorial place will be set up for Gabe at a later date. A paver has been purchased in Gabe's memory which will be included in the courtyard grounds of the new Alaska Airlines Hub in SeaTac, Washington spring 2020.
https://everloved.com/life-of/gabriel-kennedy/obituary/
https://www.juneauempire.com/news/hit-and-run-victim-i-cant-believe-im-still-alive/
In the early morning of November 2, 2019 Gabriel (Gabe) Anthony Kennedy died unexpectedly. In the weeks prior to his demise everything was looking up for him: a good job, promise of a new place to live and a new friend with whom to share life.
Gabe was born May 29, 1989 in Anchorage two months prematurely, but he thrived. He grew into an intelligent, witty, young man with good health and a zest for living. Most of his education was in the Juneau School system. He loved playing football, singing, learning to dance, skateboarding, and snowboarding. Once a guitar was placed in his hands he took off. He sang and played in a fun group called Gramps and the Guppies which consisted of his brother Theo, Kiera Messing, friends, and his grandpa Ross. In eleventh grade he entered the Juneau-Douglas High School talent show with his group the "Band Known as O" and wowed the audience. He managed to graduate from high school by his wit and charm. After graduation he worked for GCI as an installer. His work history also includes café barista, farm hand, and computer repairman.
One of the highlights of Gabe's life was when he had his debut in the Folk Festival on the stage at Centennial Hall at 2:30 pm on April 2013. He was thrilled to have a chance to sing, play his guitar and to share the music he had written.
Gabe spent time away from Juneau over the years and did complete courses in computer systems at Perry Tech Institute in Yakima, Washington. Then while living in Reno, Nevada, Gabe enjoyed his life and work there until a devastating car accident in May of 2014 almost took his life. Gabe spent four weeks in Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno trying to hang on to life and to come out of a coma. Before he came out of the coma his right lower leg had to be amputated. He had excellent surgeons, physicians and therapists with his mother Solea there every step of the way. After Reno he went to the Rehab center at University of Washington in Seattle. To further aid in his recovery he moved to Whidbey Island where he found a place to rest and recuperate. Nine months after the accident Gabe suffered complications of his initial trauma and ended up losing his stomach. Against all odds, he again regained some assemblance of health.
In the spring of 2018 he decided to move back to his home state of Alaska. After about five months of staying in Hoonah with relatives he decided to move to Juneau. Gabe had struggles, but there were many people who gave so much to help him. His counselor Tracy at Juneau Christian Center, Psychiatrist Dr. Bruce Weeks and his wonderful nurse Christy Roulet at SEARHC spent endless hours helping him. At JAMHI, his case manager Dennis Galey, assisted with his life skills. Doctor Don Schneider at Valley Medical was his primary care physician and medical advisor. His physical therapist Che Plang, and prosthetist Elizabeth Einset with the State of Alaska were helpful and encouraging. There were numerous folks at the Vocational Rehab. that spent hours working with Gabe. There are many others who engaged with Gabe, but the constant and loving support from his grandparents Devita and Ross Writer was his foundation. As time moved on it was very hard for Gabe to find suitable work, but he finally found a job with a kind man, Dan Penrose, at Udder Culture where he had worked with him before.
Gabe was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, David Kennedy, great grandfather Frank Stipek and great grandmother Virginia Stipek, paternal step-grandfather, Richard Haight, and his cousin Savannah Cayce. Many of his loved ones remain, including his mother Solea Kennedy and brother Ben Haight (Whidbey Island), his brother Theo Kennedy (Juneau), his maternal grandparents, Devita Stipek Writer, and step-grandfather Ross Writer, and step-grandmothers Eve Reckley and Suzanne Haight, step-father Russ Haight and his wife Tonia Haight, Aunts and Uncles, Tory and Rob Haight, Sunny and Glenn Haight, April and Paul Maunu, and Bethany and Joel Kennedy. He also leaves many half siblings, cousins and loving relatives.
We are comforted by an image of Gabe in the arms of God, not playing a harp, but playing his guitar and singing at full force!! Gabe had the most engaging personality. His wit and love of humor was creative and fun. He never entered a room without a big grin on his face and without the anticipation that something really good was going to happen. He had a charismatic spark that drew people to him. He is truly missed by friends and family alike.
This Friday evening, January 24, 2020 at the Juneau Christian Center starting at 6:30 pm there will be a free concert in memorial for Gabe and in honor of the First Responders and Front Line Professionals. It will feature the Tribute Band and soloist Adelle La Brecque. Several of Gabe's favorite songs will be played in addition to two that were written by him.
To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit our Sympathy Store.
Published in Juneau Empire from Jan. 29 to Feb. 28, 2020.
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JUNEAU, ALASKA — Gabe Kennedy, 30, died suddenly on Nov. 2, 2019.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life for Gabriel was held at 1 p.m. on Dec. 7, 2019 at Living Word Church in Oak Harbor, Washington.
Friends and family are encouraged to attend a Celebration of Life Memorial Concert being held at 6:30pm, January 24, 2020 at Juneau Christian Center, 8001 Glacier Hwy, Juneau, Alaska. An Evening of Music, Performing two of Gabe's original songs and some of Gabe's favorite cover tunes.
The Tribute Band
Brian Messing, Electric Guitar
Kevin Messing, Drums and Vocals
Scott Grant, Bass, Vocals and Electric Music
Adelle LaBrecque, Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Gabe was born and raised in Juneau, Alaska, and later moved to Washington state.
He was always happy and joyful and could be found often at local venues playing his favorite and original songs on his guitar.
Gabe was an avid snow boarder, who loved nature and the outdoors until, on May 8, 2014, he suffered severe injuries as a pedestrian in a hit-and-run accident in Reno, where he was working in the telecom field. The accident left him without most of his right leg, many broken bones, multiple head injuries and the loss of his stomach, which resulted in severe ongoing pain. Still Gabe managed to bring joy to many with his upbeat demeanor and comic wit.
Gabe's family would like to say thank you to all of the friends and family members who stood by him through his recovery after the accident and beyond. We know it was the strength of your love that extended his days.
In lieu of flowers, a permanent memorial place will be set up for Gabe at a later date. A paver has been purchased in Gabe's memory which will be included in the courtyard grounds of the new Alaska Airlines Hub in SeaTac, Washington spring 2020.
https://everloved.com/life-of/gabriel-kennedy/obituary/
https://www.juneauempire.com/news/hit-and-run-victim-i-cant-believe-im-still-alive/
In Loving Memory of Gabriel Anthony Kennedy
In the early morning of November 2, 2019 Gabriel (Gabe) Anthony Kennedy died unexpectedly. In the weeks prior to his demise everything was looking up for him: a good job, promise of a new place to live and a new friend with whom to share life.
Gabe was born May 29, 1989 in Anchorage two months prematurely, but he thrived. He grew into an intelligent, witty, young man with good health and a zest for living. Most of his education was in the Juneau School system. He loved playing football, singing, learning to dance, skateboarding, and snowboarding. Once a guitar was placed in his hands he took off. He sang and played in a fun group called Gramps and the Guppies which consisted of his brother Theo, Kiera Messing, friends, and his grandpa Ross. In eleventh grade he entered the Juneau-Douglas High School talent show with his group the "Band Known as O" and wowed the audience. He managed to graduate from high school by his wit and charm. After graduation he worked for GCI as an installer. His work history also includes café barista, farm hand, and computer repairman.
One of the highlights of Gabe's life was when he had his debut in the Folk Festival on the stage at Centennial Hall at 2:30 pm on April 2013. He was thrilled to have a chance to sing, play his guitar and to share the music he had written.
Gabe spent time away from Juneau over the years and did complete courses in computer systems at Perry Tech Institute in Yakima, Washington. Then while living in Reno, Nevada, Gabe enjoyed his life and work there until a devastating car accident in May of 2014 almost took his life. Gabe spent four weeks in Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno trying to hang on to life and to come out of a coma. Before he came out of the coma his right lower leg had to be amputated. He had excellent surgeons, physicians and therapists with his mother Solea there every step of the way. After Reno he went to the Rehab center at University of Washington in Seattle. To further aid in his recovery he moved to Whidbey Island where he found a place to rest and recuperate. Nine months after the accident Gabe suffered complications of his initial trauma and ended up losing his stomach. Against all odds, he again regained some assemblance of health.
In the spring of 2018 he decided to move back to his home state of Alaska. After about five months of staying in Hoonah with relatives he decided to move to Juneau. Gabe had struggles, but there were many people who gave so much to help him. His counselor Tracy at Juneau Christian Center, Psychiatrist Dr. Bruce Weeks and his wonderful nurse Christy Roulet at SEARHC spent endless hours helping him. At JAMHI, his case manager Dennis Galey, assisted with his life skills. Doctor Don Schneider at Valley Medical was his primary care physician and medical advisor. His physical therapist Che Plang, and prosthetist Elizabeth Einset with the State of Alaska were helpful and encouraging. There were numerous folks at the Vocational Rehab. that spent hours working with Gabe. There are many others who engaged with Gabe, but the constant and loving support from his grandparents Devita and Ross Writer was his foundation. As time moved on it was very hard for Gabe to find suitable work, but he finally found a job with a kind man, Dan Penrose, at Udder Culture where he had worked with him before.
Gabe was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, David Kennedy, great grandfather Frank Stipek and great grandmother Virginia Stipek, paternal step-grandfather, Richard Haight, and his cousin Savannah Cayce. Many of his loved ones remain, including his mother Solea Kennedy and brother Ben Haight (Whidbey Island), his brother Theo Kennedy (Juneau), his maternal grandparents, Devita Stipek Writer, and step-grandfather Ross Writer, and step-grandmothers Eve Reckley and Suzanne Haight, step-father Russ Haight and his wife Tonia Haight, Aunts and Uncles, Tory and Rob Haight, Sunny and Glenn Haight, April and Paul Maunu, and Bethany and Joel Kennedy. He also leaves many half siblings, cousins and loving relatives.
We are comforted by an image of Gabe in the arms of God, not playing a harp, but playing his guitar and singing at full force!! Gabe had the most engaging personality. His wit and love of humor was creative and fun. He never entered a room without a big grin on his face and without the anticipation that something really good was going to happen. He had a charismatic spark that drew people to him. He is truly missed by friends and family alike.
This Friday evening, January 24, 2020 at the Juneau Christian Center starting at 6:30 pm there will be a free concert in memorial for Gabe and in honor of the First Responders and Front Line Professionals. It will feature the Tribute Band and soloist Adelle La Brecque. Several of Gabe's favorite songs will be played in addition to two that were written by him.
To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit our Sympathy Store.
Published in Juneau Empire from Jan. 29 to Feb. 28, 2020.
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JUNEAU, ALASKA — Gabe Kennedy, 30, died suddenly on Nov. 2, 2019.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life for Gabriel was held at 1 p.m. on Dec. 7, 2019 at Living Word Church in Oak Harbor, Washington.
Friends and family are encouraged to attend a Celebration of Life Memorial Concert being held at 6:30pm, January 24, 2020 at Juneau Christian Center, 8001 Glacier Hwy, Juneau, Alaska. An Evening of Music, Performing two of Gabe's original songs and some of Gabe's favorite cover tunes.
The Tribute Band
Brian Messing, Electric Guitar
Kevin Messing, Drums and Vocals
Scott Grant, Bass, Vocals and Electric Music
Adelle LaBrecque, Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Gabe was born and raised in Juneau, Alaska, and later moved to Washington state.
He was always happy and joyful and could be found often at local venues playing his favorite and original songs on his guitar.
Gabe was an avid snow boarder, who loved nature and the outdoors until, on May 8, 2014, he suffered severe injuries as a pedestrian in a hit-and-run accident in Reno, where he was working in the telecom field. The accident left him without most of his right leg, many broken bones, multiple head injuries and the loss of his stomach, which resulted in severe ongoing pain. Still Gabe managed to bring joy to many with his upbeat demeanor and comic wit.
Gabe's family would like to say thank you to all of the friends and family members who stood by him through his recovery after the accident and beyond. We know it was the strength of your love that extended his days.
In lieu of flowers, a permanent memorial place will be set up for Gabe at a later date. A paver has been purchased in Gabe's memory which will be included in the courtyard grounds of the new Alaska Airlines Hub in SeaTac, Washington spring 2020.
https://everloved.com/life-of/gabriel-kennedy/obituary/
https://www.juneauempire.com/news/hit-and-run-victim-i-cant-believe-im-still-alive/
In the early morning of November 2, 2019 Gabriel (Gabe) Anthony Kennedy died unexpectedly. In the weeks prior to his demise everything was looking up for him: a good job, promise of a new place to live and a new friend with whom to share life.
Gabe was born May 29, 1989 in Anchorage two months prematurely, but he thrived. He grew into an intelligent, witty, young man with good health and a zest for living. Most of his education was in the Juneau School system. He loved playing football, singing, learning to dance, skateboarding, and snowboarding. Once a guitar was placed in his hands he took off. He sang and played in a fun group called Gramps and the Guppies which consisted of his brother Theo, Kiera Messing, friends, and his grandpa Ross. In eleventh grade he entered the Juneau-Douglas High School talent show with his group the "Band Known as O" and wowed the audience. He managed to graduate from high school by his wit and charm. After graduation he worked for GCI as an installer. His work history also includes café barista, farm hand, and computer repairman.
One of the highlights of Gabe's life was when he had his debut in the Folk Festival on the stage at Centennial Hall at 2:30 pm on April 2013. He was thrilled to have a chance to sing, play his guitar and to share the music he had written.
Gabe spent time away from Juneau over the years and did complete courses in computer systems at Perry Tech Institute in Yakima, Washington. Then while living in Reno, Nevada, Gabe enjoyed his life and work there until a devastating car accident in May of 2014 almost took his life. Gabe spent four weeks in Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno trying to hang on to life and to come out of a coma. Before he came out of the coma his right lower leg had to be amputated. He had excellent surgeons, physicians and therapists with his mother Solea there every step of the way. After Reno he went to the Rehab center at University of Washington in Seattle. To further aid in his recovery he moved to Whidbey Island where he found a place to rest and recuperate. Nine months after the accident Gabe suffered complications of his initial trauma and ended up losing his stomach. Against all odds, he again regained some assemblance of health.
In the spring of 2018 he decided to move back to his home state of Alaska. After about five months of staying in Hoonah with relatives he decided to move to Juneau. Gabe had struggles, but there were many people who gave so much to help him. His counselor Tracy at Juneau Christian Center, Psychiatrist Dr. Bruce Weeks and his wonderful nurse Christy Roulet at SEARHC spent endless hours helping him. At JAMHI, his case manager Dennis Galey, assisted with his life skills. Doctor Don Schneider at Valley Medical was his primary care physician and medical advisor. His physical therapist Che Plang, and prosthetist Elizabeth Einset with the State of Alaska were helpful and encouraging. There were numerous folks at the Vocational Rehab. that spent hours working with Gabe. There are many others who engaged with Gabe, but the constant and loving support from his grandparents Devita and Ross Writer was his foundation. As time moved on it was very hard for Gabe to find suitable work, but he finally found a job with a kind man, Dan Penrose, at Udder Culture where he had worked with him before.
Gabe was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, David Kennedy, great grandfather Frank Stipek and great grandmother Virginia Stipek, paternal step-grandfather, Richard Haight, and his cousin Savannah Cayce. Many of his loved ones remain, including his mother Solea Kennedy and brother Ben Haight (Whidbey Island), his brother Theo Kennedy (Juneau), his maternal grandparents, Devita Stipek Writer, and step-grandfather Ross Writer, and step-grandmothers Eve Reckley and Suzanne Haight, step-father Russ Haight and his wife Tonia Haight, Aunts and Uncles, Tory and Rob Haight, Sunny and Glenn Haight, April and Paul Maunu, and Bethany and Joel Kennedy. He also leaves many half siblings, cousins and loving relatives.
We are comforted by an image of Gabe in the arms of God, not playing a harp, but playing his guitar and singing at full force!! Gabe had the most engaging personality. His wit and love of humor was creative and fun. He never entered a room without a big grin on his face and without the anticipation that something really good was going to happen. He had a charismatic spark that drew people to him. He is truly missed by friends and family alike.
This Friday evening, January 24, 2020 at the Juneau Christian Center starting at 6:30 pm there will be a free concert in memorial for Gabe and in honor of the First Responders and Front Line Professionals. It will feature the Tribute Band and soloist Adelle La Brecque. Several of Gabe's favorite songs will be played in addition to two that were written by him.
To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit our Sympathy Store.
Published in Juneau Empire from Jan. 29 to Feb. 28, 2020.
____________________________________
JUNEAU, ALASKA — Gabe Kennedy, 30, died suddenly on Nov. 2, 2019.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life for Gabriel was held at 1 p.m. on Dec. 7, 2019 at Living Word Church in Oak Harbor, Washington.
Friends and family are encouraged to attend a Celebration of Life Memorial Concert being held at 6:30pm, January 24, 2020 at Juneau Christian Center, 8001 Glacier Hwy, Juneau, Alaska. An Evening of Music, Performing two of Gabe's original songs and some of Gabe's favorite cover tunes.
The Tribute Band
Brian Messing, Electric Guitar
Kevin Messing, Drums and Vocals
Scott Grant, Bass, Vocals and Electric Music
Adelle LaBrecque, Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Gabe was born and raised in Juneau, Alaska, and later moved to Washington state.
He was always happy and joyful and could be found often at local venues playing his favorite and original songs on his guitar.
Gabe was an avid snow boarder, who loved nature and the outdoors until, on May 8, 2014, he suffered severe injuries as a pedestrian in a hit-and-run accident in Reno, where he was working in the telecom field. The accident left him without most of his right leg, many broken bones, multiple head injuries and the loss of his stomach, which resulted in severe ongoing pain. Still Gabe managed to bring joy to many with his upbeat demeanor and comic wit.
Gabe's family would like to say thank you to all of the friends and family members who stood by him through his recovery after the accident and beyond. We know it was the strength of your love that extended his days.
In lieu of flowers, a permanent memorial place will be set up for Gabe at a later date. A paver has been purchased in Gabe's memory which will be included in the courtyard grounds of the new Alaska Airlines Hub in SeaTac, Washington spring 2020.
https://everloved.com/life-of/gabriel-kennedy/obituary/
https://www.juneauempire.com/news/hit-and-run-victim-i-cant-believe-im-still-alive/
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