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#1 · August 5, 2014, 11:11 am

Posted by: marciblu <marciblu@...>

Tammy Shields
PO Box 4629
Palmer AK 99645
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How sad to read about Tammy's husband. Wasn't his name Rick? I know she mentioned some health issues here and there, but I don't know the severity of any of them. I would like to send a sympathy card if you can share her mailing address. Praying comfort for all of them. Lisa NM

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