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Joanne Kleinhans posted a condolence
Friday, August 2, 2024
I knew Ted and Jill when Jill and I were in nursing school in Chatham. Both Ted and Jill were kind in opening their home to me on the weekends I felt alone and away from my home town. Ted was a gentle man. I am sure he will be missed!
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WAYNE EBERLE posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Sincere sympathy to you Jill, Jesse, and Hilary Wayne and Katy Eberle and the members of the Ridgetown Rod & Gun Club
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Dave and Carolyn Lucio posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
We are so very sorry for your loss. But I'm sure Ted is with yous every day in spirit and is there whenever you need him. He was taken too soon, that's for sure.
Take care and hang in there.
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shirley Clark posted a condolence
Monday, July 29, 2024
Jill and Family
My sincere sympathy to you at this time. It has been a little time since Ted's passing. Your caring and compassion for others have affected so many other people positively in their journeys, and i hope that now you are receiving some of that same care and support. You are joining the widow's walk along with many of us . I know that that you will receive strength from friends and family along this journey. God bless you for all you have done, and may that \ be returned many fold to you and your family many fold.
I will never forget the pleasure\re Ted gave to matt, when he gave him an airplane ride His gentleness and kind spirit lives on.
Sincerely.
Shirley Clark
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Brian and Sue Pepper posted a condolence
Monday, July 29, 2024
Our sympathies to you and your family, Jill.
Sue & Brian Pepper
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Sunday, July 28, 2024
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Valerie Tuck donated to Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Jill, Jessie, Hilary and family. So so sorry for your loss. May all your wonderful memories of Ted comfort you. Thinking of you at this most difficult time.
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Nancy Homewood posted a condolence
Monday, May 20, 2024
Dear Jill,
I’m just seeing this now on the 20th. I am so sad to hear this news. I don’t know what you have been through but sending you hugs and prayers for comfort. I didn’t know Ted, but I know from everything you said, what a wonderful husband and father he was. I’m so sorry.
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Craig and Rosemary Mitton posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, May 20, 2024
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It's with deep sadness that we send condolences on the death of your Ted.
Sending love to all.
Rosemary and Craig Mitton
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Lyn Wright posted a condolence
Monday, May 13, 2024
My heart breaks for you, Jill, and for your family. Ted was a lovely, kind man who will be fondly remembered.
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Kathy Buller posted a condolence
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Dear Jill
Mike and I are so sorry to hear about Ted’s passing. He fought a long hard battle . My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Sincerely
Mike and Kathy Buller
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Cheryl Van Der Aa lit a candle
Friday, May 10, 2024
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Jill, Jesse and Hilary,
I am so sad to hear of Ted’s passing. He was a kind, gentle and thoughtful person and a wonderful neighbour. He always made sure Dad’s laneway was plowed on a snowy day. He will be missed. My thoughts are with you all now and in the days ahead.
Sincerely, Cheryl (Gosnell) Van Der Aa
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Cheryl chislett posted a condolence
Friday, May 10, 2024
Dear Jill and family.
So sorry to hear of Teds passing. I’m sure you have many cherished memories that will help comfort you in the days ahead. Knowing that Ted had a life full of adventure and the love of his family throughout his years. May you find peace. Praying for you and may God give you strength each day. With sincere sympathy
Cheryl and Alph Chislett
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Earle Johnson posted a condolence
Friday, May 10, 2024
As a long time friend, I can only agree to what everyone has said. Ted is one of those people, who will certainly be missed, but his memory will always stay with us and for that, we can be very thankful indeed.
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Larry & Patricia Rumble posted a condolence
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Jill and family -
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the passing of Ted, our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this very difficult time.
May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days to come.
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Jane Jenner posted a condolence
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Dear Jill and family
I was so sad to see this today. Ted was a gentleman in the truest sense of the word. He took my son Matt for an airplane ride when he was maybe 8 years old. He still remembers that ride and Ted "letting him fly" the plane over Rondeau Bay. Please know I will be thinking of you all.
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Janice Harwood posted a condolence
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Dear Jill and family,
So sorry to read of Ted's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during the days and weeks ahead.
Jan and Frank Harwood
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Marlene Hendrie posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Jill and family:
So sorry for your loss. He has left a wonderful legacy. Thoughts and prayers are with you all
Marlene Hendrie
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Wendy posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
So very very sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in time in the wonderful memories you shared together. Our deepest sympathy
Wendy Luckasavitch Smith, Lee, Stacey and family
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Sheena and Jim posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Jill our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Rest in peace Ted.
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Mike and Barb Ferren posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Jill and family: so very sorry for your loss
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Pat Taylor posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Jill & Family
We are so deeply sorry to hear about Ted. Such a great guy
Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time.
Doug & Pat
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Eddie & Kathy Cikatricis posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
To Jill & Family - so sorry to hear of Ted's passing.
He was truly a remarkable person. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Take care & let your memories give you some peace,
Sincerely Ed & Kathy Cikatricis
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Dorothy Kay posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Dear Jill, Jesse, and Hilary ...I'm so sorry to hear about Ted's passing and am thinking of your family at this sad and difficult time.. Have really missed seeing everyone and catching up at the annual Ridgetown "cousin's lunches" since Virginia passed away, Life really is so short, my heart goes out to all of you.. Rest in peace, Ted .. You were truly a wonderful guy
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Teresa Quenneville posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
My deepest sympathy to you Jill and family. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire.family May he rest in peace.
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Art and Sharon Alliet posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
So sorry to hear of Ted’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
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Mary McFadden posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Jill my heart goes out to you and family, Ted will be truly missed, he fought the long fight , you are all in my prayers
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Karen and Robert Clark donated to ROTARY CLUB OF RIDGETOWN SERVICE FUND
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Jill, Hilary and Jesse - we are so sorry for your loss - our sincerest condolences. Love Karen and Robert
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Deb Guyitt posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Dearest Jill, Jesse, Hillary, and Joc.
No words can articulate how profoundly sorry we are hearing about loosing Ted. We have so many wonderful memories from spending time with you guys. He will live forever in our hearts. Hugs to you all.
John and Deb
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Penny Owen lit a candle
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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Condolences Jill and family, Ted was a kind hearted man he will be missed by many . Thinking of u all . Bill and Penny Owen and Family
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Barb Thatcher posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Thinking of you Jill, Jesse, Hilary and families at this sad time. Memories are so special. Barb Thatcher
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Lynn and Dan Richie posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
I am very saddened by your loss Jill and family . May the beautiful memories you share get you through this tragic time .
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Nancy McIntosh posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Sending our sincere condolences. Remembering what a good neighbor Ted and his family were to us.
Charles and Nancy McIntosh
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Kathy Lally posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Dearest Jill, Jesse, Hilary, and families, Our deepest condolences at this time of sorrow in the passing of Ted, such a kind and gentle man. How blessed you were to have him as your husband, father and grandfather. He will live forever in your hearts. Sending love, thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Lally-Edwards and Chris Edwards
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John B. Lee Posted May 7, 2024 at 10:09 PM
Just read about cousin Ted's passing. My condolences to Ted's wife Jill, his children and grandchildren. Ted and I shared many fond experiences as children growing up on nearby farms. Ted often accompanied Dad and I at the fairs. Although we didn't see one another often over the last few years, I will cherish memories of our childhood together. Loving condolences to the family from cousin John B., wife Cathy and family.
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Corie Curtin posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Jill
So sorry to hear of Ted’s passing. Condolences to you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
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Glen & Margie Richardson posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Jill, Jesse, Hilary & families:
We are so sorry to hear of Ted's passing. May your memories of all the happy times bring you comfort. Our sincere condolences.
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Janet Morrell posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
To Jill and Family, I am sorry to hear of Ted’s passing and have fond memories of our family visits to the farm. Can it be that many years ago? Janet Morrell, Nova Scotia
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Joyce Smith posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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Jill, Jesse, Hilary & Families:
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ted. He was such a kind, friendly guy and a true gentleman through and through.
Hold tight to all of your happy memories that all of your family had with him and of him.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult and sad time.
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Carole and Graham Watson posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Jill, Jesse, Hilary, and families:
It is with great sadness that Graham and I send condolences to you and your family as you grieve the loss of your dear, " Teddy". First and foremost he loved his family, extended family, as well as his large circle of friends. Graham and I always felt the gratitude he had for the life he enjoyed on the farm with his beloved, "Jilli". We cherish the memories of our time shared with Ted. He was absolutely one of the best. May your memories bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. RIP our dear friend Ted.
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Joan Cofell lit a candle
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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Sincere condolences Jill and your family. Many fond memories of going to your farm for Rogation Sunday.
Ted was a great guy and will be missed. May Ted Rest in Peace and Rise in Glory. Joan and Gary Cofell
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Scott and Racheal Smith lit a candle
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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We are terribly sorry to hear of Ted's passing. He was a friend for many years. We will miss him.
Evelyn, Scott & Racheal Smith
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Marg Stokes lit a candle
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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Jill,
Sorry to hear of Ted's passing, too young, too soon. I will remember all the fun times at We Care!
Marg & Tom Stokes
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Lorri and Joe Wardell posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Sorry to hear about Ted. Our prayer and thoughts are with you and your family
Lorri and Joe Wardell
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Rita Saunders lit a candle
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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Jill, Jesse and Hilary and Families, My sincere condolences
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Barry Henderson posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
To the Schweitzer family,
I knew Ted in our early years trucking, he was a great guy and good friend
RIP Ted
Sincerely
Barry Henderson
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Brenda Sheeler posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Jill,Jesse,Hilary & families! So sorry to hear of Ted's passing. I've known Ted since high school and he was and still is such a nice caring & kind soul. I will miss our visits whether it be on the street or in the dentist office. May your memories over the next days and months bring smiles to your faces as you remember all the good times you had together. Hugs to the whole family. Brenda & Bruce
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Barb and Henry Jaruga posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
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Leona Croshaw posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
I’m very sorry to hear about Ted. I remember when he got his private pilot licence. ATPL is a huge accomplishment.
Fly high Ted.
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Carson Anderson posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Sorry for your loss.
Carson Anderson and family
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Marion and Joe Lucio posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Our sincere condolences to Jill,,Jesse and Hilary and family on the passing of Ted.Sending you our prayers.
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Glenda Yule posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Jill, Jesse, Hilary & families,
Thinking of you at this sad time & sending my sincere sympathy. RIP Ted.
Glenda
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Dan &Linda, Ron&Cathy and families donated to Howard Mutual Foundation
Monday, May 6, 2024
Jill, Jesse, Hillary and families Our deepest condolences on Ted’s passing. Sending prayers and hugs.
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Mike & Sandy Dotterman posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Our sincere condolences to Jill and family for your loss. Cherish the memories.
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Rose Marie Mazan lit a candle
Monday, May 6, 2024
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Jill & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Ted. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May all your cherished memories help you through this.
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Debbie & Bruce McFarland posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Jill, Jesse, Hillary and family so very sorry to hear of Ted's Passing. He was such a great guy and great friend to everyone he knew. He will be sadly missed and know that our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Love Debbie and Bruce McFarland
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Marion Garrod & Denise Graham posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss.
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Jenn posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
We didn’t know Ted for very long, but what we knew right away upon meeting him is that he was a kind and gentle soul. A family man. Someone that you want to spend time with and hear stories from. Someone who made you feel calm and happy to be around. Sending all our love and condolences to the whole family, praying for comfort and peace to be found.
With so much love,
The Pennys - Brent, Jenn, Chloe, Nathanael & Phebe
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Diane Morrison posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Our sincere condolences Jill and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely Burt and Diane Morrison.
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Andrea Segeren posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Jill and Family, so very sad to hear of Ted’s passing. We will remember his smile and fun loving spirit. Sending prayers, love and peace to all of you as you journey through this difficult time.
Love, Dennis and Andrea Segeren
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Bonnie Fenton posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
To Jill & family
Our sincere thoughts are with you in the passing of Ted. A great guy & gentle soul.
Hugs
Bonnie & Ray Fenton
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Helen Lehmann posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Jill and family,
It is with great sadness that I read about Ted. I was his 'babysitter' years and years ago when our family lived in the farm house across the road. He will be truly missed by all that knew him. My sympathy and prayers to your family now and the days ahead.
Sincerely, Helen Lehmann(VanEvery).
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Linda Schnabel posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Jill and family….Our condolences on the passing of Ted. He was such a kind gentle soul and will be missed by so many. Rest in peace Ted.
Sincerely Linda and Wayne Schnabel
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Lynn, Harold Reissner posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Jill and family, much sorrow, hugs and love to you all, you were a GRAND wife, Jill and he is a very special angel! Loved by all!! Lots of special memories, I still see him running around on his lawnmower
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Bethe Carnie posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Jill, Hilary, Jesse & families We were so sorry to hear about Ted's passing. Such a nice guy, he will be missed. Our thoughts are with you all. Hugs to everyone.
Brad & Bethe Carnie
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Carol & Leo Heuvelmans posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Jill, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. He was the sweetest and kind man and will always cherish his friendship over the years. ❤️
Carol & Leo Heuvelmans
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Ken and Sue McLarty lit a candle
Monday, May 6, 2024
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Jill and family. Our thoughts are with you. May you know that Ted is at peace and looking down at you. He was a lovely, quiet soul who will be missed by many.
Sincere sympathy to all
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Kristina Kearney-Richards posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
Thinking of you Jill and Family, sending our sympathy.
Kris Kearney-Richards
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Wendy Caron lit a candle
Monday, May 6, 2024
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Jill, Jesse, Hillary & families, words cannot express my sorrow . Ted was a great guy & will be missed by all who knew him. I am so, so sorry for your loss.
Love, Wendy
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debbie vonmartels posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
He will live forever in our family’s heart! So many hugs to the entire family.
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Sheila Fleming lit a candle
Monday, May 6, 2024
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The most winning smile, and the kindest of souls. Our deepest sympathies to Jill, Jesse and Hilary.
Alex and Sheila Fleming
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Monday, May 6, 2024
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