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Frank Bianchi posted a condolence
Sunday, May 17, 2020
Sincere condolences to the Pavlechko family. My knowledge of Ron began when I was a 19 year old student at Penn State. I was thrilled to be a pledge at Sigma Pi Fraternity and little did I know about hazing. I remember talking to Ron (and Gary Hull who was our other football player at the house). Ron treated me with such kindness and never belittled any of our pledge class and advised us how to react to any hazing. Sadly, he moved out the following year and I never saw him again. But, I never forgot his kind, mature and gentle demeanor. One never knows what impact they have on others at any point in time. Requiascam in pace, Ron.
Francis M Bianchi, DDS
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Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Sending warm hugs to Mr. Pavlechko's family, he was proud of each one of you! I enjoyed our conversations learning about his family and remember how radiant he would become talking about his grandchildren. We laughed and smiled, and sometimes he would bring tears to my eyes. Please know that he loved each one of you dearly and was proud of you all.
The love he had for his wife was very endearing. He put his worries for her way above the concerns we had for his own health, and several times I had to "put my foot down" and make him care for himself first. (Although I doubt he listened ;) )
I pray that you all continue to live life to the fullest and that you are blessed with wonderful memories.
Sincerely,
"Mr. Pavlechko's favorite Nurse", Heather
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Kurt J. Bernier posted a condolence
Sunday, February 2, 2020
To the Pavlechko Family: I would never have developed into the player I became, nor would I have been as good a person if it were not for Coach Pav. At practice he always stressed technique-be sharp, crisp, precise. I needed that as I loved football and had good instincts, but was not that disciplined and had a bit of a chip on my shoulder in 10th grade. Plus, I needed every advantage as would I ever have superior size, speed or athleticism. Coach always used respectful language, and would go out of his way to point out achievements. I remember Tom Spell and I going to the Booster meetings and he would be showing the game film, and would constantly be pointing out what people did right and would go out of his way to point out achievements of the lesser known/lesser playing time players. Coach stressed representing yourself, your family and your school and would always remind us after our games to “not do anything foolish” and “take care of our bodies”. He was always gracious, forever I will remember after we beat Williamsport to complete our undefeated senior season I went and thanked him for all he had taught me and he said “No Kurt, thank you” and when on to thank me for all my effort in developing myself over the past 3 years, and said he would always remember the image of me dragging down Bragg (Williamsport’s highly touted running back) for a loss.
Upon graduating I first went to Bloomsburg, but left there as I had become spoiled with how well-run State High practices were, and was so used to a constant emphasis on good technique by Coach. I walked on a Penn State and wound up hustling my way onto special teams as a freshman, and started at outside linebacker as a senior-not because of size, speed or athleticism but rather hard work and great technique (which I owe to Coach Pav).
Coach taught me just as much about being a good person. I remember years later I was in town as a classmate of mine Kevin Engle passed away prematurely. Kevin was not much of a football player, but a really good person. At the service I remember looking around and being surprised to not see any other classmates, but of course I did see Coach Pav. I was away from State College for 25 years after graduating from PSU, but upon returning almost 5 years ago I was fortunate to run into Coach on occasion. We would frequently bump into each other at Weis as we both liked to shop, and would compare healthy foods in each other’s carts. I told him I was coaching youth league, and like he did I would stress fundamentals and proper conduct. Every time he would ask me about myself and my family, and I remember him asking about my wife’s clothing store-something I had told him about years earlier. He sincerely took interest in people, always wanted to know how you and your family were doing, and he truly listened and remembered. I am not sure if I will succeed, but I will spend the rest of my life striving to be like that. I thank Coach Pav for all that he has done for me, Kurt Bernier, #55, ’82.
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Bill Gray posted a condolence
Saturday, February 1, 2020
Dear Barb, Aaron and TIm,
Ron was a special person. We have known him as a teacher, coach, administrator and friend. He was always a considerate person who was kind, fair and caring. His memory will live on in all those lives he has impacted over his career as an educator. We are thankful for the opportunity to have known Ron.
Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Bill and Ann Gray and family
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Todd Horner posted a condolence
Friday, January 31, 2020
Mrs. Pav, Timmy, and Ace - so sorry for your loss. He was a great husband, father, coach, and mentor. I remember waaaay back in the day Mr. Pav laughing at Tim and I playing one-on-one football in your yard. All 40 lbs of me jumping on Tiimmy's back and trying to bring him down (with limited success I might add). He will be greatly missed.
In love,
Todd & Diane Horner
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Tom Templeton posted a condolence
Friday, January 31, 2020
Ron was an incredible man, a wonderful husband and father. It was my honor to be a teammate at PSU and it was wonderful to get to know him better over the years. He will be missed by family and the community.
Tom Templeton
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Jeri Smith Bozeman posted a condolence
Thursday, January 30, 2020
Dear Barb and Family,
I am writing on behalf of my mother, Bea Smith. We received the sad news of Ron's passing from our
daughter-in-law in PA. Mom wanted to thank you again for being such great next door neighbors and wonderful friends. Your entire family will always hold a special place in our hearts. We used to come up and visit when my girls, Kasey and Aimee were much younger (they are now 31 and 26!) and always enjoyed seeing ya'll and the BIG white dogs. Again we are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sympathy and love from Georgia,
- Jeri Bozeman
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Tom Bradley posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
During my years as Director of Public Relations of the Altoona Area School District, I came in contact with hundreds of coaches and athletic directors as I coordinated press box arrangements at Mansion Park Stadium and assisted with other aspects of regular season, District 6 and PIAA playoff games from 1987-2010.
It was my pleasure to work with Pav who was not only a fantastic administrator but more importantly, a kind, caring man. He was always one of my favorites and I was honored that he considered me a friend.
Tom Bradley
Altoona, PA
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Steve Brezna posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
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It was a pleasure to be a teammate and friend of Ron's. My condolences to the family. Rest in Peace, my friend.
Steve Brezna
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George & Jennifer SanFilippo purchased flowers
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
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Barbara and family, May the Peace and Love of Christ be with you today and everyday to give you strength and comfort. We will keep Ron in our prayers.
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George SanFilippo lit a candle
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
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Ron and I were roommates as well as teammates during our first year at Penn State, so I have known him and Barbara, his high school sweetheart, for 53 years. He was a great man, great father, great teammate, and great friend. A man that always had a smile to greet you and never had a negative word against anyone. May God Bless Barbara and the family during their time of grief and keep them in His Loving Arms all the days of their lives. Rest in the Peace of Christ, my friend. George SanFilippo
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Tuesday, January 28, 2020
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Deepest condolences...Rest In Peace Coach Pav.
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Mark and Sue Sherburne purchased flowers
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
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Mark Sherburne posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
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Barb, Tim and Aaron,
I am so sorry for your loss. Ron is someone who who impacted the lives of so many people - - especially his family, the numerous students and student-athletes that he coached and served throughout his career, and those who had the privilege of knowing him. He was a charismatic, caring and motivational man and I personally want you to know how honored and thankful I am for having had him as coach and mentor at a very impressionable time in my development. His influence on me was a gift that I will cherish and continue to draw upon on throughout my life. He will be missed by many but his memory will live on in the hearts and minds of his friends and family. I am hopeful I can make it to the viewing to see you and the rest of the family. Keeping you all in my daily thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Mark Sherburne
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Bill Ericsson posted a condolence
Monday, January 27, 2020
So sorry to hear this sad news. I was in the 1967 recruiting class with Ron, also as an offensive lineman. As John Madden has pointed out, offensive linemen are usually smart and—take this for what it’s worth—“nice guys.” A mean streak can be a benefit for defensive linemen, but offensive linemen need to be tough, team-oriented players who can deliver a blow at the point of attack every time. That was Ron, for sure. I admired the way he conducted himself on and off the field and was proud to count him as a friend.
As someone who played football from fourth grade through college and then graduated from the College of Liberal Arts with a degree in English, I have seen football coaches, athletic directors, and English teachers—as the saying goes—up close and personal. So it gives me great pleasure to see that the players, coaches, and students who encountered Ron in these various aspects of his career realize just what a gift that was. A true gentleman through and through.
Bill Ericsson
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Scott & Dannielle Kroczynski posted a condolence
Monday, January 27, 2020
Aaron, Leslie and Nick - we are so sorry to learn about the loss of your father/grandfather. Although we did not know him, after reading all of the many heartfelt comments that have been written about him, we surely wish that we did. The comments provide such an outpouring of compliments and gratitude to a man who clearly was known, admired and respected by so many. The words that others have written about him paint a lasting portrait of a beautiful person. May you find comfort now, knowing that so many people equated the name "Pav" with such a quality, caring and giving gentleman.
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Monday, January 27, 2020
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It was such an honor to do the play by play for Little Lion Football while coach Pav was the man in charge. He had such a calm yet intense demeanor. While winning was certainly the goal, molding men was always the priority. I had so much to learn at that juncture and Pav was a great a teacher. Those were amazing times in my life and that’s because of the great people like Coach Pav that you meet along the way. I’d like to offer my deepest and most sincere condolences to his family and the entire State College community. Happy Valley is a little less happy right now. God bless. Sincerely, Paul Alexander.
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Marty Hufnagle posted a condolence
Monday, January 27, 2020
Dear Barb & Aaron,
Please accept my deepest sympathy & prayers of comfort for the loss of Ron. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, teacher & mentor to innumerable people. He touched so many lives & will be greatly missed.
Marty Hufnagle
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Monday, January 27, 2020
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Mike Conti posted a condolence
Monday, January 27, 2020
I would not be where I am today without Coach Pav, and I mean every single word of that. He was a talented, knowledgeable, and VERY patient educator, coach and friend.
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Al Wolski posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, January 27, 2020
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Mary and I would like to add our condolences to Barb, Tim, Aaron and the entire Pavlechko family. It was truly an honor to work for Ron during my tenure as head football coach at State High. He was the type of athletic director that believed in giving his coaches the tools to succeed...then sat back and watched...and gently smiled in the background. He never sought the limelight, but was responsible for the strength of the entire State High athletic program that remains the envy of the entire state of Pennsylvania. I never felt that I was working for him, because he had the ability to make me feel that we were working together to develop the football program. Thanks Ron for the lessons you shared, and making me a better coach, and person.
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Lewis (Chip) Marrara posted a condolence
Monday, January 27, 2020
Our sincere condolences to the entire Pavleckho Family. We always enjoyed seeing and catching up with Mr. and Mrs. Pav every time we saw them in Lewisburg or State College. Great man who impacted many and will be sorely missed.
Chip, Nancy, Jack & Peter Marrara
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Charlie Pittman posted a condolence
Monday, January 27, 2020
Rest In Peace Ron. I extend my condolences to the family. It was my pleasure to be your teammate.
Charlie Pittman
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Mike Smith lit a candle
Monday, January 27, 2020
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I am shocked and saddened by this terrible news, it was a privilege and honor to have played with you. What a first class
Person. The nittany nation has lost a great one. You will never be forgotten.
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Booker Brooks posted a condolence
Monday, January 27, 2020
For sure he was a very good football coach. But so much more! It was not that long ago he was standing in our kitchen, with my wife and me, expressing his admiration for people that show kindness and love towards small animals. He instantly observed that the love our cats were displaying towards him stemmed from a loving household. I wish that I had been coached by him. It was an honor to have known him. The community just lost a stalwart. Miss you already. Coach Brooks
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Ferris Atty posted a condolence
Monday, January 27, 2020
I am saddened by Ron's death and go back with him to the fall of 1967 where we were football teammates at PSU. I was fortunate enough to see him frequently over the years during his coaching and AD years as I was a teacher/coach at a school in the same conference. Pav will be missed and may his memory be eternal!
Nabil Mark posted a condolence
Monday, January 27, 2020
A great man. Mr. Pavlechko was my high school football coach and the athletic director when I was a track coach. I was lucky to experience two different sides of him. Most recently, we were workout buddies at the gym. I admired his patience, thoughtfulness and kindness. Rest in peace Ron.
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Frank Sachire posted a condolence
Monday, January 27, 2020
I was four years ahead of Ron at Austintown Fitch and followed his career over the years. Whenever his name came up in conversations , people used such words in describing him as: quiet, hardworking, class, dignity, dedicated, and loyal - a true Fitch Falcon. He had the respect of everyone. I feel this way as well and am so proud to call him my friend. My deepest sympathy to Barb, Gary, and the rest of the family.
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Lyndon Kline posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, January 26, 2020
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I met Ron in State High in 1973. I was impressed with him as most football coaches were hard asses and not polite kind and professional like Ron. RIP Ron
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Jeff Tranell posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
Ron was always so kind, so fair, so willing to listen. I worked lots of different “gigs” in the athletic department and was always impressed by his good natured way to handle almost anything. He’d consider all sides of something. He’d always make sure we were well prepared. I’m recent years I’d yell a hello as I’d pass your house on the way to my parents’ up on the hill. Ron touched so many lives. Heaven has just gained another angel. May knowing how many lives Ron touched help bring comfort to your family at this time. We’re thinking about you and praying for you.
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Paul Rowlett posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
Most sincere condolence and prayers to the entire Pavlechko family. I had the honor of playing for Coach Pavlechko during the ‘77 and ‘78 football seasons. His life lessons continue to influence my life to this day. May he bask in his heavenly rewards and eternal fellowship with Jesus.
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Jill Lane posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
He was one of the greatest people I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I was just a young woman getting into the athletic world as the junior high athletic director in Altoona and he was so kind and patient helping me learn and understand. The most important thing I learned was to did everything for the kids, he did!
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Robert S Lapushansky posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Ron's passing he was a great guy to know and my condolences to his family.R.I.P. My friend
Anne Cox Bruce posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
I had Ron in 11th grade for my film class. He was so patient with the crazy kids in that class. Then when he was the AD he was very understanding and helpful with my children when they were student athletes at State High. The Bruce family will all miss Ron.
God bless your family!
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Terry Shaw lit a candle
Sunday, January 26, 2020
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So sad to see another of Austintown Fitch High's class of '67 leave us. Ron was always a class act, a great football player, and a fine human being. My condolences to his whole family and all those touched by his positive influence, and and those who will never get to know him. RIP Ron, Terry Shaw, class of '67
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Gary Ellis lit a candle
Sunday, January 26, 2020
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From Gary Ellis and his family, our condolences to the Pavlechko family for their loss. We were all blessed to know someone who was genuinely concerned about your development as a student, an athlete, and a good citizen.
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Kyla Irwin posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
He’s really going to be missed. He was always someone who put a smile on my face every time I saw him. He’s been such a great part of my whole family’s lives and I feel very lucky to have known him.
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Gary and Margaret Morella lit a candle
Sunday, January 26, 2020
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My wife and I just heard the sad news about Ron's passing. We knew him as a friend at the Military Shrine in Boalsburg walking our dogs. Ron would always stop to talk to us, and we had many happy times with him as we exchanged news about our families. He was one of the kindest men that that we ever knew. Will miss him very much. RIP! Gary and Margaret Morella
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Bethany posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ron. His office door was always open and a caring and understanding listener. He showed genuine interest in me and my entire family and was a huge supporter and someone I could trust He will be missed.
Bethany Irwin.
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Kathy DiMuccio posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
So sad to hear of Ron’s passing. I used to see him walking his dog so frequently at the Boalsburg Military Museum Shrine. We would usually stop and talk a bit. I also saw him at mass on Sundays at the Pasquerrila Spiritual Center. What a kind and gentle man, and so many of us knew him from State College high. Many blessings to his family during their time of loss.
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Pam Watkins Tressler lit a candle
Sunday, January 26, 2020
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He was the best English teacher. I have nothing but fond memories of him. Prayers for his family, heaven has gain an Angel for sure. RIP Mr. Pavlechko❤️
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Ron Pifer posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
Considered Ron to be one of most trusted friends. I have known him since 1980 and recently he told me Pife, love you like a brother - I think we relied on each other even more as we moved into retirement age. Lately, we served on the Pa Centre County Sports Hall of Fame board, a huge responsibility as we recognize Centre County sport related individuals and their families - Ron Pifer
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Mike McQueary posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
Truly the model of a “Coach”, Coach Pav was a gentleman, a role model, and a great teacher to us all.
Condolences to the entire “Pav” family, so many of us were touched by Coach and lucky to have him. Rest In Peace and thank you for everything you ever did for me.
Mike
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Darla Marlatt lit a candle
Sunday, January 26, 2020
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I'm so sorry for your loss! He was a great teacher and a wonderful and kind man. I will miss seeing him at Rite Aid and out and about.
Darla (Horner) Marlatt.
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Johanna Leos posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
Mr. Pavlechko taught my English class and was one of three favorite teachers of mine, including Mrs. Cornhill and Mrs. Bressler. I was in the class of 1974. It was the first time I read and absorbed serious literature ... William Faulkner. Mr. Pavlechko made an indelible mark on my ability to understand and see the raw beauty of life.
Johanna Leos
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Darryl Washington posted a condolence
Sunday, January 26, 2020
Mrs. Pav, Tim, Aaron and family, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you always. I pray that you find comfort in reflecting on the warm moments and funny times experienced with Coach Pav over his lifetime. While his time with us was short, his impact on all who were blessed to know him was immense. His was a life well lived! No words can aptly express how heartbroken I am over the passing of one of the most inspirational human beings I have ever had the privilege of knowing and calling my dear friend. Coach Pav was a father to me at a time in my life when I needed guidance, support, and discipline. Thank you for sharing him with me. He taught me so much about life and about the importance of paying attention to the "little things" and always striving to do the right thing no matter the circumstance. He helped me believe in myself when I was in doubt. He helped me understand the importance of forgiving myself when things did not go as planned. Everytime I was around Coach Pav I was always struck by his genuineness, kindness, and compassion for me and others. He had such a positive, engaging spirit which made you feel comforted when in his presence. Throughout my adult life he was always there to support me for life's biggest moments, including the untimely passing of my dear mother. He was the first person I called. I will never forget how he comforted me through such a difficult period. I will also never forget our last conversation just a few days before he ascended into heaven. As we both knew his time was near, I had the chance to let him know how much I loved and appreciated him, and how much of an inspiration he has been and will always be to me. He expressed the same. We agreed that we would see each other again. And we will. Rest easy Coach Pav. See you next season.
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Linda Bickle Koch posted a condolence
Saturday, January 25, 2020
Dear Barb, Thinking of you and family at this time. So hard to lose our loved ones.
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