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Earl Woods Obituary
"My dad was my best friend and greatest role model, and I will miss him deeply," Tiger Woods said on his Web site. "I'm overwhelmed when I think of all of the great things he accomplished in his life. He was an amazing dad, coach, mentor, soldier, husband and friend. I wouldn't be where I am today without him, and I'm honored to continue his legacy of sharing and caring."
Woods was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1998 and was treated with radiation, but the cancer returned in 2004 and spread throughout his body. Last month, he was too frail to travel to the Masters for the first time. His son finished tied for third.
The last tournament Woods attended was the Target World Challenge in December 2004, when his son rallied to win and then donated $1.25 million to the Tiger Woods Foundation that his father helped him establish.
Earl Woods was more than a golf dad, more than a zealous father who lived vicariously through his son's achievements.
He had played catcher for Kansas State, the first black to play baseball in the Big Eight Conference, and he had been a Green Beret for two tours in Vietnam. But he felt his true purpose was to train Tiger, and he watched his son evolve into the dominant player of his time - the youngest player to win the career Grand Slam - and one of the most celebrated athletes in the world.
"I knew Tiger was special the day he was born," Woods said in a May 2000 interview with The Associated Press.
Copyright © 2006 The Associated Press
1315 Entries
May 4, 2020
My condolences to the family. May the God of Comfort, continue to comfort the family.
L.A.W.
December 29, 2017
Mr. Woods welcomed myself and my aunt into his home. Not knowing who we were he let us sit and talk with him and spend time with him. I will never forget that. Thank you for giving us Tiger as well. Rest until another time and place.
Harry Simpson
May 5, 2017
Rest Earl, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.
Thank you for your service to this nation.
April 2, 2010
For Earl...you were always
more interested in raising great son...more than a great golfer.
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
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[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
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L C
July 5, 2009
Mr Woods
You (and your wife) truly did a great job in raising your son, Tiger, and instilling the right values in life. You would continued to be proud of the work he has done in giving back to the community and youngsters through his foundations. On this Fourth of July weekend he has honored the service men and women who fight to protect our wonderful country and to keep the American people safe. He does this with you in his memory. You may not be here in the physical world to acknowledge his good will but I'm confident your spirit is still very close to him. You must be smiling on Tiger's accomplishments, not only as one of the best golfers in the world and generous humanitarian, but also as a loving son, a devoted husband and a doting dad.
Fiora Abe and family
August 13, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Steven Teitelbaum
January 29, 2007
May your father's soul be bound up in the bonds of eternal life and may his memory be for a blessing
Ramona Long
December 30, 2006
To Tiger and family,
Sorry for the loss of your family. My prayers are with and your family. He was a good father and taught you well with golf Tiger. Remember keep that in your heart Tiger.
David Hubert
December 12, 2006
You gave the world a wonderful talent, a gentleman among gentlemen, your son. Rest in peace and know that your son is admired and loved the world over.
Tiger ,,,,,,,,,, your "Pop" was a class act and a giant among men.
Terry White
October 13, 2006
Dear Mr. Tiger Woods,
I have been trying to get accross to you, but thank God for this opportunity. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I am an African, I wish you can e-mail me to tell you my personal feeling for you privately.
Dianne Christy-Anderson
October 7, 2006
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Carl White
October 4, 2006
I had a chance to meet Earl at the Masters and he made me laugh.
To anyone that loved him you have my sympathy.
Carl White
N Price
August 21, 2006
Tiger,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of your father. I know that he is still in your heart and will be with you forever. I lost my mom and as an only child, I understand what you are going through. Keep doing what you are doing, you will always make him proud.
Jeff Haburay
August 9, 2006
Tiger, he's not ever gone. Draw upon your dad, he would want that. You know he's still here. God Bless
Dennis Tredinnick
July 25, 2006
To Tiger and Family,
I first want to say that my family and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. As I watched you play to your third win at the Open this past weekend I saw how dedicated you were to the game your father taught you so well. He gave you all he could give with teaching the game of golf to you, but the most important thing he gave you was his Love as a father to his son. Love is in deed the greatest gift anyone can give to another. You and your Dad have given lots of Love by forming your foundation with the First Tee. You have giving many a kid the chance to learn the game of golf as your father taught you. Your actions speak louder then all the other things you could do for these kids.
I would like to also salute your father for serving in the green berets in Vietnam. I lost my cousin who was also a green beret in the special forces in Khe Sanh in 1968. I served during the Vietnam war, but was sent over to Germany to do my time for our country.
In closing I would like to say that we are very proud of you for honoring your father in everything you do in life.Keep him in your heart and most of all never forget the Love he gave you while he was on this earth. He is now with God still watching over you and your family.
God Bless,
Dennis
bobbi boddie
July 24, 2006
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 and friends.
theresa Holman
July 6, 2006
To Mrs. Woods and Tiger,and family,
Earl Woods has shown us all how to love more and put into practice skills that can be a life long endeavor. Thanks for sharing Tiger with us and showing us the art of mastering. The discipline he display extends outward, proving that success is a matter of love.
Keep your eyes upon the Lord he will be a comforter to you all.
Theresa Holman Las Vegas,[email protected]
Mark Dobson
June 17, 2006
Tiger, Your father was an inspiration to us all. As a man he displayed the character of a poaitive roll model. God bless you and your family..
Michelle Mills
June 17, 2006
Dear Mr. Tiger Woods,
I will be thinking about you this Father's day. Whenever I see pictures of your father playing golf with you when you were little, I cry for your loss. I tell myself it really is such a wonderful thing your father saw you be so successful and watch you wear that success like such a gentleman. But it is still sad and I think that is how you must feel. Michelle
Victor Eggleston
June 5, 2006
My Dad passed six years ago this Father's Day. He too will be long
remembered, always loved and missed greatly. Even now it birngs a lump to the throat just thinking about him.
Just hold on to your faith, remember all the good times, honor
your memories and go on with your
career.
God Bless...
JUSTIN REBHOLZ
June 2, 2006
MAY YOUR FATHER SHINE UPON YOU FROM HEAVEN AND GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE YOU NEED TO DO YOUR BEST ON THE GOLF COURSE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU!
Nino Nicastro
June 2, 2006
During this week, the week of Memorial Day and the 2006 Memorial Tournament, it makes me reflect on those we have lost and what they have meant to us in our lives. As I mourn those from my past, known and unknown alike, I would like to take this time to include the Woods family in my thoughts and prayers; My deepest condolences to your family. Your father, from what I have heard and read, was a great man and his greatness is reflected in those around him and will continue to be forever. God Bless.
Larry & Lorraine Archuleta
June 1, 2006
This is one of many condolences. I warms my heart to see so many entries. Earl Woods was a great example of father, husband, hero. The first time my husband saw Earl on TV he was just sure that he saw Earl in Vietnam in 1969-1970. We always wondered if his memory was accurate. From reading about Earl, it's quite possibly so. Death is difficult and you will miss him forever. God give you faith to believe you will see him again.
Kathleen Lane
May 30, 2006
He seemed like a truly dedicated and loyal father and person. I am sorry for your loss. May God comfort you now and always.
Steve D
May 26, 2006
I just called my father and mother to tell them that I love them after seeing that Tiger will not be playing in the Memorial this year. I was always very impressed with the caring relationship that existed between Earl and his son from what I could see on TV and in the papers. And when I saw that Tiger was not playing the Memorial (probably still suffering terribly), I just had to call my parents who have been very good to me like Earl was to Tiger. Earl seemed to live a wonderful life with a focus on service and appreciation for other people. He is in a better place, now, where he doesn't have to suffer.
Constantine Atkinson
May 22, 2006
What a multitude of happy memories you must have of your Father. Hopefully, they will be a source of comfort as you remember the happy times.
Linda & Angel Negron
May 20, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Frank R. Alexander
May 19, 2006
Tger, my family is praying for you and your family to find strength in the many memories and achievements you and your Dad shared. Life with our loved ones is always too short. May you continue to be blessed with the strength of character your dad and mom nurtured in you.
Frank Alexander Family
Terry Dumas Jr.
May 18, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mel Dumas
May 17, 2006
To the Woods Family.
With the strength of God and family, Earl will remain in your hearts and well as ours. God bless you.
Marshall Johnson
May 17, 2006
A great American Hero. My prayers to you and your family Tiger.
Martin Brazier
May 17, 2006
To: E. Tiger Woods, wife and family. I was in the Air Force during the Vietnam War and I really appreciated those guys on the ground who did such a great job and we all went unappreciated but your father left a wonderful legacy through his great character, class and heart which will live on into the next generations. We all celebrate his life and the impact he had on you and many others. My prayers will always be with you. You will always be loved because of the respect you gave your father and mother and because of how you responded to them. Many success's and blessings are yet in front of you. Continue to persevere and live life to its fullest. May God continue to richly bless you and your family.
Martin G. Brazier
Hosea Boswell
May 17, 2006
Lovya,
Boz
Charles Williams
May 17, 2006
God Bless you & your family Tiger.
I'm sure Earl will be watching over you always.
Leonard McReynolds Sr
May 17, 2006
Tiger,
May God in his infinite mercy grant you and yours the strength to get though this sorrowful time.
Gwen Hargett
May 17, 2006
The Woods Family
Now is the time when family means so much, when one so close is no longer here. May your loss strengthen the family bond.
With sympathy,
Ed Mandrik
May 16, 2006
To Tiger, Mrs. Woods & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your father will always at your side. May God bless you and your family.
Michael Graham
May 16, 2006
Behind every great person lies a legacy that continues the values and conscience that makes one great ... Earl your legacy is Tiger and the many people who you touched.
Vernon A. Jones
May 16, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
CDR Rudolph Brewingto
May 16, 2006
Tiger:
When I think of what epitomizes a father I think of Earl Woods. No one can forget the sight of him hugging you at the Masters tournament, an African-American father showing love to his son, a sight not seen much in the media. As a fellow African-American father, a Vietnam veteran and a prostate cancer survivor [undoubtedly caused like your father due to exposure to Agent Orange], I had nothing but great admiration for him and what he accomplished in his life. May God comfort you and your family in this time of grief, but remember and relish the memories of the years you had with your father. God bless you.
Louis Hassell
May 16, 2006
Its in your hands, retutn the favor of the well learned life of Earl Woods.
Marsha Hassell
May 16, 2006
I wish to express my deepest sympathy for the passing of Earl Woods. His legacy will always be that of a good father trying to do the best for his son and his family.
Brenda Thomas-Pugh
May 15, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Bob Ince
May 15, 2006
Rest In Peace Earl
Benjamin Forte Jr
May 15, 2006
To the Woods Family, May the legend of Mr Earl Woods continue in the hearts and minds of all people. May God continue to shower you with blessings that you will not have room enough to receive them.
Gaynell and Lilliian Hall
May 14, 2006
To the woods family my God continue to bless you.
Roy & Rachel Mills
May 13, 2006
Tiger, I will always remember the embrace you and your father shared when you won your first "Masters". If you could carry that moment with you, it speaks volume of the bond you and your father shared together. That moment can never be forgotten. So when you feel sad, relive that moment in time. God bless you Tiger!
Rose Harper-elder
May 13, 2006
Tiger:
I join you and millions as we mourn the loss of your father. I share with you the words of the poet William Butler Yates, this simple belief; " Count where a person's glory begins and ends", and I say, it is an unending crown of glory for you, having Earl Woods as a father and friend.
Curtis L Edwards
May 13, 2006
Dear Tiger,
We only know you and your farther by what you both projected on TV during your upbringing and during your professional career.
You both set the exemplary standard for a farther son relationship for the world.
May your farther have eternal peace and may God forever hold you in his arms.
Curtis L & Eloise Edwards
Hemet Ca
D. DeMesme
May 12, 2006
Tiger and family, my thoughts and prayers remain with you during these challenging times. Always remember that your Dad will remain a part of you, so hold on to your beautiful memories and he will live forever. God bless you
Craig Bulmer
May 12, 2006
Dear Tiger,
It was a distinct pleasure to meet you and work with you during my tenure at The Golf Channel and watch you grow from a fresh face on the Tour to a Masters Champion. In extending my deepest sympathies to you and your family in your time of profound loss, take comfort in knowing that, just as he did for so many years, your Father will continue to walk by your side, guide your decisions, and celebrate your success wherever life takes you.
Nancy Nichols
May 12, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Dr Delores Bullard
May 12, 2006
Our prayers support the memories of love and joy Earl Woods brought to his family,friends and many others!
Dora Thomas
May 12, 2006
To the Woods Family:
A greater love I've yet to see between father and son. Tiger, you are blessed to have such unrelentless devotion from both parents which redounds to your fine character. God's Peace and Understanding during your bereavement.
Floyd Collins
May 12, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Sharon Morris
May 12, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Janie Bradford
May 12, 2006
Tiger
You had a great father, what a blessing. My his teachings be with always.
CONRAD BULLARD
May 12, 2006
Tiger, you have my condolence. I know that you know that Mr. Earl Woods is a complete role-model. Look at you. I will always remember him and for what he has cemented into history of fatherhood.
God bless you and your family
Ron Brewington
May 11, 2006
Earl Woods is a man who gave the world a great champion, his son, Tiger Woods....To be a man who makes champions, he has to be a champion himself...
Rest Well, Earl Woods...you'll always be remembered..
Johnnie Harris
May 11, 2006
MAY IT HELP TO KNOW THAT THOUGHTS AND SINCRER SYMPATHY ARE ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME...WOODS FAMILY STAY PRAYFUL and STRONG...
W.Harris
G.pettigrew
Lorraine Walker
May 11, 2006
To The Woods Family
My prayers and thoughts are with you, in this time of Loss. With Deepest Sympathy
Obba Babatunde
May 11, 2006
To the Royal family:
A man of great conviction,forsight,and love. One who taught many,as well as gave hope and inpriration to millions through by his example, guidence,intelect and steadfast ethics.Heaven is a better place because of his arrival.
Abbas Ansari
May 11, 2006
From all of us in the Ansari Family located here in Eugene, Oregon, let me extend our condolences to you and your family at the loss of your great father. I was unfortunate to not have a father, my mother and father had me turned over to a foster care agency when I was only 22 months old so I bounced through foster home after foster home until grown. You have been so blessed to have had such a great force in your life. As a former member of the army's Special Forces, I do share some things in common with your father, the love of country and service. From Seidah, Nadirah, Ilyas, Hassan and myself, may you forever be blessed.
Marlene Tallmadge
May 10, 2006
Remember Tiger, your father is always with you. My prayers are with you.
Johnnie Downs
May 10, 2006
...And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes, after he wiped away the tears I thank God that Tiger had his parents in his life. "So long as we live, they too shall live, for they are now a part of us, as we remember them.
Mrs. Woods Be strong and of good cougage, for your God, he is the one who goes with you. he will not leave you nor forsake you. God be with the Woods family he will uphold you with righteous.
SERGEANT FIRST CLASS
Johnnie R. Downs
Kae & Dan T-Price
May 10, 2006
To the Woods Family
Our deepest sympathy. God bless you and keep you always.
The Givens Family
May 10, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God richly bless you.
LTC (R) Rick Toye
May 10, 2006
May God bless the Woods family and may Brother Earl Woods forever rest in peace.
elizabeth allen
May 10, 2006
we would like you to know that you and your family are in our prayers
Philipe Coicou
May 10, 2006
May you be welcomed with open arms into The LORD'S magnificent Kingdom! You are truly an inspiration, and it has been an honor reading articles about you and your family. GOD BLESS!
Helen Moorman
May 10, 2006
Sending Sincere Sympathy to the Woods Family.
Ann Martin
May 10, 2006
God's strength and blessings to the Woods Family.
Ann Martin
May 10, 2006
God strength and blessings to the Woods Family.
Shirley Genton
May 10, 2006
The Tiger Woods family:
What you have in your heart for your father will always be special for you. What a tribute you have already given back to the world from what your father has taught you, and that is, the kindness, generosity, love towards others, and showing "kids" that the sky is the limit if you try. God Bless you and from one fan...you are in my prayers. I recently lost my son to an accident and believe me, what I have in my heart will always make Tim close to me until it is my time to see God's glorious face.
Shirley Genton/ Columbus, Ohio
jimmie hefflin
May 10, 2006
Thank You, for the last 72 holes that i watch, every time Tiger plays we will think of you. I did not like golf, until you gave us TIGER. THANKS!! AND TO THE FAMILY.
Blair Sumner
May 10, 2006
Tiger -my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I just lost my dad in April of this Year and know the terrible loss you are feeling, my dad was also my best friend and mentor and not a day goes by that I don't think of him. Carry his spirit with you everywhere for that is where he will be
Say not in grief "he is no more",
but live in thankfulness that he was.
Hebrew Proverb
Mary DePrete
May 10, 2006
Dear Tiger and family:
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God always bless you.
Charlotte Wade
May 10, 2006
To Tiger and the Woods Family,
"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal"
Remember, God hears our silent tears.
Homer Asberry
May 10, 2006
Tiger, My God Bless You and Your
Family, and My Your Father Rest
in Peace
Evelyn Johnson
May 10, 2006
Rest in Peace
william traylor
May 9, 2006
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
William Traylor
May 9, 2006
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 1998-2006
Mrs. Sheila Smith-Shingles
May 9, 2006
To Tiger Woods and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Remember "To be absent from the body, IS to be present with the Lord". God has a special place in heaven for your father and he will always watch over you.
Take Care and Be Blessed
D Perrin
May 9, 2006
Condolences Tiger and family,Your dad lived to see a whole golf career from you. The rest is gravey.I know where you get your inter calmness. I went to several
Bryon Nelson Tourmants and walk along near your mom.She and your dad were a good team.You got the best of both sides.As a vietnam vet,u.s. army. God Bless EARL WOODS
The Hebert Family
May 9, 2006
We are terribly sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Continue to keep your head up and stay as strong as you are. May God bless you and your family through this time of need. You will continue to be in our prayers.
S.M. Stenhouse
May 9, 2006
To Tiger and the entire family. The will of God will never take you where the comfort of God cannot dry your tears. Earl Woods--Dad--certainly showed what being a father means. The greatest gift he gave the world was to show us how to love. I'll never forget the warmth I felt when I saw the famous father / son hug at the 1997 Masters. It still gives me goose pimples. May the arms of God continue to hug you.
Glenn Canter
May 9, 2006
You were truly a "Father". The example you instilled in your son is a blessing. May he continue to live his life to the fullest as you taught him. May all his blessing be smiled upon by you, from heaven. God bless you Earl Woods and may Tiger continue to be the man you want him to be.
Terrie Brown-Smith
May 9, 2006
Dear Tiger, I'm so sorry for your great loss. I’ve travel this road before in my life. And God has given me the strength to carry on. And he will do the same for you.
God Bless you
The Lyght Family
May 9, 2006
Thank you for your significant contribution to our world.
Rest in Peace.
Robin Strickland
May 9, 2006
You were a prime example of what a father is supposed to be; someone who encourages, strengthens, educates, supports and nurtures, no matter what race, creed or color. There should be more fathers like you. God bless your family at this time.
Windell Singleton
May 9, 2006
A father figure,yes indeed A role model to others,you'd succeed A hole in one,a tigers breed.A precious gift you gave to the world to carry on your memory.I share with the family my sympathy. "Look to the hills,for whence cometh your help,all of your help will come from the Lord" ALWAYS PRAY Windell
Ms. Chriss Jones
May 9, 2006
In our thoughts
Yvette Camacho
May 9, 2006
Rest in peace
Nancy Criswell
May 9, 2006
To Tiger&the Woods Family. My heart felt symathy goes out to your family. I have watched as many golf tournments that Tiger participated in and I saw such a LOve and Glow in his "s Fathers face of how proud he was of Tiger. He will be greatly missed by the family but also all of us fans who followed Tiger and had the privilege to share Earl Woods son with him. My prayers will be with the Family.
Sincerly in Christ
Nancy Criswell
Louisville Ky. 40212
ANDREW, JOYCE, & YOLONDA DURANT
May 9, 2006
TO: Tiger Woods & Family
Earl, "fought a good fight, finished his course, and kept the faith."(2 Timothy 4:7) Your father wants you to hold on and don't give up, your SUN will shine, again. May God continue to bless and keep you in perfect peace is our prayer. Look to Jesus for he is able to carry you through.
Yours in Christ, Andrew, Joyce, and Yolonda Durant.
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