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David Bentz Obituary
Born in Vineland, N.J., he had lived in Clayton for the past 18 years.
DJ attended St. Catherine of Siena School, Clayton, and also Clayton Elementary and Middle Schools. He was a graduate of Clayton High School, Class of 2004.
He is survived by his loving parents, Lena M. Butterworth of Millville, David Bentz Jr., of Buena, and his devoted other mother, Kimberly Atkinson Geonnotti of Clayton.
His loving sisters, Gabrielle Bentz of Clayton, and Brianna Butterworth of Millville.
Paternal grandmother, Irene Bentz of Malaga; maternal grandmother Edna Butterworth of Vineland; maternal grandfather, Percy Butterworth of Millville, and maternal grandparents, Charles and Dolores Atkinson of Clayton.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, June 29, at noon, in St. Catherine of Siena Church, N. Delsea Drive and North Street Clayton, N.J.
Visitation at the church on Friday morning from 9 a.m. to mass time.
Interment, Gloucester County Veterans Memorial Cemetery Williamstown.
Arrangements by BARCLAY FUNERAL HOME, Clayton.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: DJ Bentz III, Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Commerce Bank, Delsea and Wm. Dalton Drives, Glassboro, NJ 08028.
To sign the guest book online, and send condolences, visit our Web site, www.barclayfuneralhome.net.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Bentz
Peggy Childers
June 20, 2013
To the family and friends of Pfc. David J. Bentz:
It has truly been my honor to sign David's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that David will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Peggy Childers
June 30, 2012
June 20, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. David J. Bentz:
Always remembering David. "Some gave all."
June 2, 2012
To the family & friends of DJ Bentz, please know that your loved one is being thought of today and prayed for.
Peggy Childers
June 20, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. David J. Bentz:
Please accept my remembrance of David on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Elizabeth Raab
January 14, 2011
Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.
Peggy Childers
June 20, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. David J. Bentz:
Remembering David on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Lena Butterworth
April 5, 2010
Deej, you are missed so much everyday.. I am feeling better somewhat but you are never out of my mind and I wish so much you were home with me and your sister Brianna. We love you so much and are so proud and you will never be forgotten.. Never!! I talk to you everyday and hope so much you can tell..Please forgive me for crying so much but I am so sorry this had to happen to you and just wish you were home with us. But now you are home with Jesus and that does give me some comfort I just can't wait the day until I see you again :) I love you so much and so does Brianna :)
Peggy Childers
June 20, 2009
To the family of Pfc. David J. Bentz:
David gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Tina
November 29, 2008
Although some time has passed, you are still remembered daily. You and your family will not ever be forgotten. You were so brave the day you told me you were leaving. You were not afraid, you wanted to do this for your country. You will always be a hero and never be forgotten. Thank you
Friend and Fellow Soldier of DJ
August 12, 2008
DJ, I want to thank you for all that you have done... you have given a sacrifice that only few have ever known. You are the sole reason I am re enlisting, for you risked your life to defend mine and I shall return that to you. I served several years during this war and vowed never to return but it hits hard when one of your friends are taken so soon, I cant help but feel that it is my duty to give all that I have in your honor. Thank you again for all that you were and all that you are. You mean more to this country and to me then you will ever know. God Bless you DJ and I know you now rest in peace as you watch over those who still fight today. Thanks bud, I love ya.
June 30, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Bentz!
Kim Straker
June 30, 2008
It's a privilege to sign the memorial page for this fine young soldier. I hope that these past months have brought some peace to the family who loved him and that they've found comfort and support surrounding them as they move on without his presence for now.
Rest in Peace Pfc. David J. Bentz. Your service and sacrifice are honored and remembered.
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
June 20, 2008
David,
Thinking and praying for you on the 1st anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
In Memory of David ~ (Debra Estep)
June 20, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know David, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
the Buck family
May 26, 2008
To the family and friends of Pfc, David J. Bentz, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. What he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God bless and comfort your family.
Emily Afuola
August 22, 2007
To the Bentz Family, I send you my deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved son & hero. I wish there were some words that could ease the heartach I know you must be going through. I am praying that our lord will help you down this path that you must walk. Please know I am thinking about you all & will be in touch.
Emily Afuola
Blue Star Mothers of America
Blue to Gold Liaison - NJ
PTSD - Chairwoman - Blue Star Mothers of America
August 18, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Bentz and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
August 16, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Cherylann Lane
August 11, 2007
With deepest sympathy for your terrible loss. Everyone at Operation Jersey Cares feels your pain. We love and support our troops. David may be gone but not forgotten!
Candie Glisson
July 30, 2007
Lena,
I am so sorry over the loss of your precious son, DJ. I wish I had the power to make things all better, but I do not. I only have the power of understanding what it is like to lose a child to war, and the power of knowing that our sons are with God.
God be with you Lena.
In Sorrow:
Candie, Mother of Sgt Jason A Schumann, deployed to Heaven.
Michelle Weiglein Hubbard
July 24, 2007
I wish I could say something that could take away the pain, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort your heart aches for. Please know that you are not alone. My heart, and prayers are with you all as you go through this very difficult time. I know just what you are going through.
We just lost my brother in May SSG Joseph Weiglein. David is a HERO. He will always be remembered for his sacrifice.
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 12, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 10, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Bentz family in the loss of David. I did not know David, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. David you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Richard and Dale Kummer
July 6, 2007
Dear Kim and family, we are so sorry for your lost, he was a great hero and will be missed by everyone. Our hearts and prayers go out to you in your time of sorrow.
Gary Allain
July 5, 2007
Pfc. David J. Bentz
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Dave McManus
July 4, 2007
To the Bentz (and Atkinson) family,
My prayers are with you. I can't imagine what this tragedy has done to your families. DJ was a brave young man and a true American hero.
Kathy Hendershot
July 4, 2007
Dear Lena, Kimi & the entire family of DJ...
I feel so fortunate to have had the chance to meet DJ. I remember seeing the amazing relationship he had with Brianna when she was little and how that bond never changed when they got older. Being the oh-so proud little sister, it was really sweet how she shared DJ with my daughter, Kaitlin. Although Kaitlin started out having a crush on DJ, she eventually felt he was like a brother to her, too. Anytime she heard DJ was around...she wanted to be there. That's just one part of the legacy your son left in this world. And that legacy was echoed when he was in Iraq. When I read in his last letter about the time his group rode by those Iraqi children who were jumping up & down and cheering, and how good it made DJ feel...it just resonated the kind of young man he always was. He not only made a difference in the lives of all of us adults...he also touched the lives of even the littlest survivors of this cruel war. As a mother, that means so much. I know how immensely proud you must be. Let that hold you up when you're feeling down. Focus on all the good your son did. And know that he is only a prayer away, waiting to make your life good again. He will warm your hearts everytime you think of him, look at his pictures, (see a coke truck) and every other reminder you'll encounter from time to time. Let him lead you thru the hard times and you'll never feel alone. God will help DJ do that for you. After all, DJ is part of God's Army now...and he will continue to serve and protect you, spiritually.
I will always be just a phone call away if you need me.
Love ya, Kathy Hendershot
MSgt Richard Kummer and Family
July 3, 2007
Thank you DJ. You will not be forgotten. Your bravery cannot be expressed in mere words. My family and I want to express our deepest gratitude for your sacrifice. Our prayers go out to Kimberly and family during this difficult time.
Mary
July 3, 2007
Dear Bentz Family:
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your family memeber! I just want to let you know that I am very honored that David was fighting for this country. I know that is was hard loseing this member of your family, but know that we just gained a wonderful angel.
Katherine O'Hara
July 1, 2007
To Kim and family - I cannot begin to know how you are feeling but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am proud to have known DJ and grateful to him for helping to defend our country. May God bless you and provide you comfort.
July 1, 2007
I do not know your family, nor did I know David. I am grateful for his sacrifice. My parayers are with you and all of those who will mourn the loss of David. I believe, as I hope you do, that David is now in a peaceful place smiling upon all of you. May you find comfort in the fact that he is at rest. May God's peace be with you.
Captain Michael Stepnowski and Family
June 30, 2007
To the family and friends of PFC DJ Bentz- God bless you and keep you in your time of loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeff Rivera
June 30, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bentz family. I also lost my brother CPL Eric G. P. Rivera about 8 months ago in Iraq so I know the pain you are going through. I just read the Atlantic City Press and tears ran down my face reading your story. To see the pain in the family's faces made me remember what we went through. Our soilders are now at peace and I beleive that they are with us now watching over us. They are HEROS now an forever. All we can do now is remember all the good times we had with our loved ones and keep their memory alive. It is very but we have to be strong. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DAVID.
Jaye Young
June 30, 2007
To the family,
Though I don't know you all nor did I know Pfc. Bentz, I just want to send my sympathy in the time of your loss. We have lost a hero and you all have lost a hero and a family member.
SFC Robert Hahn
June 29, 2007
DJ,
You answered the call to Duty
You went where others feared to go
You did what others feared to do
You walked where others feared to tread.
RIP my Friend
June 29, 2007
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Nick and Robin Del Vecchio
June 29, 2007
To the family,
I was out this morning and happened past St. Catherine's while your son's Mass was being held. The sight brought me to tears and made me think how proud I was of this young man who I didn't even know. Losing a loved one is never easy but please find comfort in knowing that a nation grieves with you. Please know how very proud we are of David. Keep your memories close as they will bring you the most comfort. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Emily Franco
June 29, 2007
DJ, my deepest prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. You went to St. Catherines with my youngest brother. Not knowing you myself, I still wanted to express my thoughts on you. How stoic and strong of you to want to go fight for freedom for people you had never met. Your family and friends are so proud of you. I, who never met you, am proud of you as well. It takes strength and courage to do what you did and you lived and move on as a hero. I hope that those that love you have the strength they need to live on joyfully in your honor. And, I believe that you are somewhere where there is no war, no crime, no hate but just love and light. And there too, DJ, you are special and a hero. God speed and peace always.
Michael Iezzi
June 29, 2007
Father we entrust our brother David to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold David in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Tabitha Kaspar
June 29, 2007
DJ,
You are truly a hero and someone that every person in our small town and all over the USA will always remember and miss. Thank you for being such a brave soldier and for fighting for our country.
To the family and friends of DJ:
I am so sorry for your loss of such a great person. I went to high school with DJ and was a grade above him so I never really got the chance to know him too good, but I am honored to have known him at all. What I do know is that he was a really nice guy and will never be forgotten. It's not fair that such a brave and courageous person had to get his life cut so short. My prayers are with your family and I am just so sorry. Rest in Peace DJ
June 28, 2007
God bless you. Savannah, Georgia
Jill Muccigrosso
June 28, 2007
I do not know your family,but Iam a former Glassboro resident who now lives in South Carolina. I try and keep up with local newes online. Please know that Iam praying for you and your family. Your son is a true HERO. And as I look at the newpaper today and see what you are going thru to say your goodbyes to him know that my heart is with you.
Michael Reska
June 27, 2007
DJ,
I am very proud of you and the man that you have become. I have the utmost respect for what you did for your country, your family and yourself. I love you and i will truly miss you.
Darryl Atkinson
June 27, 2007
DJ
You were always a respectful young man who loved his mommaduke! Although your journey has ended you will be forever a compass for us who are still traveling on ours. Words cannot express how I feel and how proud I am to have known you. You will always be remembered. You ARE our army of ONE!
michael&caroline reska
June 27, 2007
dj,words can never express what i am feeling right at this moment;i have never been touched by a loss like this;when you were younger i never expected to have to be doing this.may you rest in heaven & be at peace.we love you.
Dona Holmes
June 27, 2007
Kim,
My Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Dona
Linda Clifton
June 27, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ronn Massie
June 26, 2007
God bless the family and friends of David.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you David for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Garnet Jenkins
June 26, 2007
I am Deeply Saddened to learn of the loss of Pfc. David J. Bentz. The Price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for our country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May David rest safely now, in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Bentz family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"Cast thy burden upon the Lord,
and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~
Hoping you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Country mourns with you, for Someone Very Precious to you, Who Is A Hero to all of us.
You are in my thoughts and prayers
Steven Reska
June 26, 2007
DJ, I miss your smile and the last time we fished together when you out fished me. I am proud of who you are and what you stood for. You represent all that is good in the world. I will always carry a part of you in my heart and soul for the rest of my life and know that we will meet again in heaven.
Love always-Uncle Steve
Tammy Latona
June 26, 2007
DJ, You are now a star in heaven, where we can all look up to you.
We are so proud of you.
Love and blessings to all the family.
love Aunt Tammy Uncle Bill & Girls
Sherrie Butterworth
June 26, 2007
To our loving nephew DJ, we love and miss you so much. We are so proud of you for defending our country.
SHIRLEY DONEY
June 23, 2007
REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Sandy Bonesteel
June 23, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
valorie
June 22, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and now they are protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
Carol Cline
June 22, 2007
Know in your heart that you are a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.
To the family, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and all Americans for the sacrifice of one of your family members for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.
Gary Allain
June 22, 2007
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
debbi rivers
June 22, 2007
My grief for the loss of you son is felt. I know what it's like to loose your child in war as my son was KIA 11/12/06 in Samarra, Iraq SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III. It feels that your heart has been ripped from you and you don't understand why this happened to your child. I've felt all you will feel in the coming days and weeks and though I"m not close I am very close by email. I offer any support to you and your family that I can. It's with the Grace of God that I've gotten through each day and with His healing love and comfort that I've been able to once again sleep at night and not cry each day. Believe me I do know how hard it is. May God continue to heal you and your family and contact me when and if you are ever ready, even if it's to vent or cry. Mother of another fallen soldier
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