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David Leimbach Obituary
TAYLORS, SC-- David Lee Leimbach, 38, of Taylors, died Sunday, May 25, 2008 in Afghanistan while supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 118th Infantry, South Carolina Army National Guard, Fountain Inn, SC, and attached to the 2nd Squadron, 101st Cavalry, New York Army National Guard. He had served in the U.S. Marine Corps for four years.
He was the son of Gary and Miriam Leimbach of Oviedo, Florida, and is survived by his wife Dawn; his brother, Jeffrey; and his sister, Linda Skilton.
The family will receive friends from 10:30 AM until 12:00 PM Monday, June 2, 2008 at Petty Funeral Home with funeral services at 12:00 PM in the chapel conducted by Chaplain Steve Shugart. Graveside service will be held at 3:00 PM at M.J. "Dolly" Cooper Veterans Cemetery in Anderson.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Soldiers Angels, 1792 East Washington Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91104. www.soldiersangels.org.
Online condolences may be left at www.pettyfuneralhome.com.
Petty Funeral Home-
Landrum, SC
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Memories and Condolences
for David Leimbach
Dollinger
May 26, 2014
I served with him at camp stone, Herat. Keeping his memory alive and his family in my prayers always. I was the postal clerk there.
Peggy Childers
May 31, 2012
May 25, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. David Leimbach:
Always remembering David. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
May 25, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. David Leimbach:
Please accept my remembrance of David on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
eric
April 1, 2011
specialist leimbach you I will never forget. you were good man. I will be visiting you for the first time this weekend 02 Apr 2011
Eric Carlson
Major (ret)
"Silverback 6"
August 29, 2010
To the family:
May the comfort from family and friends continue to strengthen you, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
Peggy Childers
May 25, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. David Leimbach:
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
Paul Mullane
May 27, 2009
To Spc David leimbach
We walked among the crosses
Where our fallen soldiers lay.
And listened to the bugle
As TAPS began to play.
The Chaplin led a prayer
We stood with heads bowed low.
And I thought of fallen comrades
I had known so long ago.
They came from every city
Across this fertile land.
That we might live in freedom.
They lie here 'neath the sand.
I felt a little guilty
My sacrifice was small.
I only lost a little time
But these men lost their all.
Now the services are over
For this Memorial Day.
To the names upon these crosses
I just want to say,
Thanks for what you've given
No one could ask for more.
May you rest with God in heaven
From now through evermore.
Peggy Childers
May 25, 2009
To the family of Spc. David Leimbach:
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
Debbi
April 18, 2009
David, a year is coming up that you were taken from God's earth, but I want you and your family to know that you will never be forgotten.
http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com
In Memory of my son
SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra, Iraq
CO-A 2-505th PIR 82nd Airborne
SGT David Helms
November 18, 2008
I have known Leimbach "lemon-lime" since he entered the SC National Guard. He was a great soldier and a great person. He will truly be missed around the Fountain Inn armory. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Lynn Kennedy
September 28, 2008
Miriam, Gary, Dawn and family of Spc. Leimbach. On this Gold Star Mothers day, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will never forget.
Lynn
SC Coordinator Home of the Brave Quilt Project
Gary Allain
September 1, 2008
Spc. David Leimbach
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 21, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Leimbach family and friends 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~
Jeannie Tolle
July 14, 2008
To the family of fallen hero David. I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and give you strength in this most dificult time. Your hero will not be forgotten. May your memories bring you comfort. I sit and look at all my grandsons pictures and I thank God for letting us have Aaron in our family.
In Loving Memory of my grandson
Pfc. Aaron J. Ward
KIA 5/6/08
July 13, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Leimbach and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 13, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Leimbach!
Stephanie Rafoss
June 30, 2008
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen
debbi rivers
June 25, 2008
To the family and parents of David I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to be with you and heal you.
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
JOel & ANita
June 16, 2008
another fallen soldier but not forgotten.our deepest condolences to you and your family. may god comfort at this time. We share your pain.
In loving memory of
SSG frank Gasper
11/11/82- 05/25/2008
Joel & Anita Richards
A GOLD STAR FAMILY
June 13, 2008
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
Linda Cano
June 10, 2008
Another family grieves the loss of a loved one. The nation grieves the loss of another American Hero. May God bring comfort to all of you. Thank you and rest in peace, David.
Sherman Chao
June 9, 2008
SPC leimbach was a special soldier who cared about his fellow soldiers. I had the honor of speaking with him the night I arrived to afghanistan he told me where the mess hall was. Even though it was just a brief moment speaking with him, it showed that he still cared even though he did not know me. I am very sadden by his loss and will continue to bray for his family. I am currently serving in Afghanistan and will always honor him everytime I go out on a mission
Sandra Bailey
June 6, 2008
I am sorry for the loss of your son. I pray God will be with you on this journey.
The proud mother of a soldier.
Sgt. 1st Class
Matthew Hatfield
82 Airborne
Gary Allain
June 5, 2008
Spc. David Leimbach
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
June 5, 2008
To the family and love ones of our fallen brother who COME by SOUTH ,We shall FOREVER stand in reamberance
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
June 5, 2008
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 sympathies.
Mike Arflin
June 4, 2008
I had the honor of being a Bravo Company soldier for the first half of the deployment and train up, prior to being medevaced. I worked with David a lot in Shelby, he was an outstanding soldier and man, and he will truely be missed. My deepest sympathies and my prayers are with his family. RIP Soldier
Kay Willis
June 3, 2008
At a time in my life,I needed something to get me through each day,I ask God to help me.I ask Him to show me what I needed to know.I opened my Bible and let the pages fall ,the verse my eyes fell on was Isaiah 40:31 "But they that wait on upon the LORD shall renew their strength,they shall mount up with wings as eagles,they shall run and not be weary,they shall walk and not faint.I waited upon God and my answer came.Eagles to me ,are strong and they are the rock of this nation,the freedom for which your son gave his young life for,And I say thank you,for raising a son so brave and strong.Our family will keep you and your family in our hearts and prayers.God bless you.
Deana K
June 3, 2008
May God bless you and give you comfort in this difficult time. Your son is a true hero. Bless you.
donald stockton
June 3, 2008
God Bless you David. We are forever indebted for your service, and may you rest in the peace of God's almighty hands.
Jeanne and Gary Snead
June 2, 2008
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. David was a great American hero and will be missed.
Beverly Montgomery
June 2, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
June 2, 2008
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!!
I would also like to tell you about a website, http://groups.msn.com/SSPSoldierPor
traits/homepage,
where some wonderful people will make wood portraits of your fallen Hero for free for the immediate family. I became aware of this site when I wanted to do something special for Le Ron’s mother.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)
william williamson
June 2, 2008
NO GREATER LOVE IS HE THAN HE WHO GIVES HIS LIFE FOR A FRIEND.
THANKS FOR THE GIFT DAVID
A TRUE AMERICAN HERO
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
CSM W.H.WILLIAMSON
Suzanne MacDaniel
June 2, 2008
To the Leimbach family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Davids' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.
...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04
Ester Vargas Pipersky
June 2, 2008
Spc David Leimbach, thank you for making sure we continue to have our freedom, may you rest in peace. To the loved ones left behind, I hope that in your grief you can stand tall with pride knowing a hero walked among you. Not many people would be willing to die for strangers. My family and I will never forget his sacrifice. May Gods loving hands help you deal with your loss.
Hugs from a stranger in California.
SHIRLEY DONEY
June 1, 2008
REST IN PEACE SPC. LEIMBACH, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Kathy Jacob
June 1, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you. As the mother of a soldier in the 1st/118th who is still in Afghanistan I was devastated when I heard the news. Please know that the sacrifice of your loved one is greatly appreciated and he will not be forgotten. May God hold you all in His Loving Arms.
Shelley H
June 1, 2008
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank SPC David Leimbach for his service and sacrifice to this great country, as well as send our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Valorie
June 1, 2008
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 they were 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
Sandy Bonesteel
June 1, 2008
Please know that as a mother of a Soldier; I'm grieving with you. As are so many, many others.
RIP PFC Aaron J. Ward 4/28/89 - 5/6/08
Gary Tolle
June 1, 2008
Thank you David for your commitment to our nation and paying the ultimate price, your are one of America's Hero's. I am the uncle of an american hero PFC Aaron J. Ward who was killed in action on 5/6/08 in Iraq. May god open his loving arms and provide you comfort. We will never forget you! Leimbach family, may God be with you in finding the strength to cope with your loss, but know that our family shares your grief and will hold David and your family in our heart and prayers.
Linda Parker
May 31, 2008
May you look to Jesus for comfort and strength during your sadness.I give praise for the sacrifice your son gave so we can have our freedom.He
died for his country.The United States of America.Will be praying for everyone.
In Memory of David ~ (Debra Estep)
May 31, 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 Lee, 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
Gale Poindexter
May 31, 2008
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Spc David Leimbach. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXAX__FZYg4
Bill & Anne Wetzork
May 31, 2008
Please know that we recognize the ultimate sacrifice that David made for our country. We are so sorry for your loss and know that you are in our hearts and prayers.
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
May 31, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers out to the Leimbach family and all.Knowing now few of the many things they have always know ,are but few of the many reasons that our HERO[s] shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother as promised and in your honor that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel shall be FOREVER clutched in the talons,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our greatfull nation..THANK YOU..All Hard Chargers.,If you are wonded I will carry you**If you are captured I will come for you**If you are K.I.A. I will FOREVER reamber you..We have one and all COME by NORTH**COME by SOUTH**COME by EAST **COME by WEST,We were all gathered and united on that great day as strangers.As we stood and upon those last [4] spoken words we are........FOREVER BROTHERS.................B.V.C..................SEMPER FI. .. ........ ..
Gary Millwood
May 31, 2008
Please know that the Friends and Family of Spc. David Lee Leimbach are in my thoughts and prayers during your time of grief. The valor and sacrifice these young men make deserve the highest honor. I hope this poem brings you some peace, comfort, and strength.
To Those I Love
&
Those Who Love Me
When I am gone, release me, let me go
I have so many things to see and do
You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears
Be happy that we had so many years.
I gave you my love, you can only guess
How much you gave to me in happiness
I thank you for the love you each have shown
But now it's time I travel on alone.
So grieve a while for me if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust
It's only for a while that we must part
So bless the memories within your heart.
I won't be far away, for life goes on
So if you need me, call me and I will come
Though you can't see me or touch me I'll be near
All of my love around you soft and clear.
And then, when you must come this way alone
I'll greet you with a smile and say
"Welcome Home"
(Author Unknown)
Garnet Jenkins
May 31, 2008
Please know how Deeply Sorry I am to learn of the loss of Spc. David Leimbach, the Price this Brave Guardsman and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May David rest safely now, in the Loving Care of God and may God's Healing Grace be with the Leimbach family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam, in 1967.
"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
~ Romans 8:18 ~
May the Peace of God and your treasured memories of David, remain in your heart always and give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
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