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St. Agatha (Nanuet) Home Kids Guest Book Entries 501 to 600
Message Number: 600 - Friday, January 14, 2011 - United States 
for those of you who have a passion for knowledge and learning and can't seem to get enough of these things C-Span videos and booktv on c-span are some decent sites for learning. always keep the brain active. i like the john stockwell video. now i must go. i just wanted people to know that i'm concerned about the existing situation and hope that people from this time and era are also concerned. elba Message Number: 599 - Monday, January 10, 2011 04:06:32 EDT - United States
Hello Everyone, I notice that on the homeboy list Frankie Santiago passed away, can you someone tell me how,when and what happen. It was sad to see a gravestone beside his name. I hate to admit this but, he was my puuppy love. Please email me at rtizaguirre@yahoo.com with any information regarding his passing.. Thank you Message Number: 598 - Monday, January 10, 2011 03:43:17 EDT - United States
Lately, I have become very nostalgic and wanted to know if anyone knows what happen to the following people, Millie Diaz, Grace Hernandez, Adela Vaga, Mariza Colon, Joe Diaz bother is Carlos Diaz, Joe and Johnny Diaz. Please contact me via email at rtizaguirre@yahoo.com . I am not sure if memory serves me right, did we have a principle name Robert Young? ThanksMessage Number: 597 - Monday, January 10, 2011 01:50:26 EDT - United States
I WAS IN ST.AGATHAS WHEN MY MOTHER DIED. I HAD NOWHERE ELSE TO GO. I WAS IN 75 COTTAGE 74 AND EITHER DEPAUL, RIGHT NEXT TO THE BOYS. I RODE THE HORSES. I WAS IN MANY COMPETITIONS. I WAS ON THE DRILL TEAM, BASKETBALL, SOFTBALL, AND SWIM TEAM. MY COUNSELOR WAS CATHRINE MORAN AND MARY CASTELLO JIM BRYANT AND JOSE ST.VICTOR WERE OUR COACHES FOR THE SAINTS. I WAS THERE WITH TO BROTHERS THAT WERE MY BUDDIES NOT RELATED TO ME. ONE WAS CALLED ROCKY BECAUSE HE WAS STOCKY AND A REAL FIGHTER, AND THEN THERE WAS CARDELL, HE WAS MY RIDING BUDDY, LESLIE BROWN WHO CAN REMEMBER EVERYTHING YOU EVER TOLD HER. THEY USED TO CALL ME NAOMI OR RUTHY OR MIMI. I WAS ALMOLST THE ONLY ONE WHO DIDN'T GO HOME, SO I WAS THERE MOST OF MY LIFE. I WAS IN THE MARCHING BAND THAT WON FIRST PLACE IN PEARL RIVER. IF YOU REMEMBER ME, MY NUMBER IS 347-269-5463. PLEASE CALL ME Message Number: 596 - Wednesday, January 5, 2011 14:07:49 EDT - United States
Hi it,s been a long time but i just want 2 wish all of the home kids a very happy new year ! Message Number: 595 - Thursday, December 30, 2010 00:54:54 EDT - United States
Great Web Site. Message Number: 594 - Wednesday, December 29, 2010 21:30:10 EDT - United States
HEY NEW YORK HOMIES WAS AT THE HOME IN 1965 TO 1973 STAYED IN 15 HAYDEN CIRCLE THE WHOLE TIME. MR. HAMILTON COUNSELOR ALSO HAD MRS. POLLICK 1ST GRADE. MRS.MARS 2ND GRADE, MRS. SANTIAGO 3RD GRADE, MR. FAGAN 5TH GRADE, MS. GROW 6TH GRADE, JIM BRYANT WAS MY FOOTBALL COACH HE CALLED ME STICK, MELVIN MASSEY, DAVID APONTE, WERE ON MY TEAM THE ST.AGATHA SAINTS. LOUIS RAMOS AND MANY OTHER WERE MY FRIENDS AT 15 HAYDEN CIRCLE. DALE DENNIS WAS MY SISTER ANYBODY REMEMBER BULLET FREDDIE HAYES THE FASTEST GUY AT THE HOME. Message Number: 593 - Tuesday, December 28, 2010 22:59:27 EDT - United States
Was once a resident of St. Agathas, from a very early age. Learned how to walk, talk, and just grew up to the age of about eight there. Cared for by the most loving person I knew then, a Sister DePaul. May I thank her and all the others, of St. Agathas for all they did for me and my brother. I always felt that the positive experiance of the "home", was just that, "home". As a result, today, my children have also, the memory of a safe, careing and loving "home". Message Number: 592 - Sunday, December 26, 2010 11:09:21 EDT - Puerto Rico 
Hi All St. Agatha kids, hope you are enjoying the Holidays have a very prosperous New Year 2011 Message Number: 591 - Thursday, December 16, 2010 23:23:14 EDT - United States
I dont really remember a whole about it except that at least my brothers Robert and David and my sisters Sonia and maria were there also. It would be shortlived as we were dispersed to other places later on. I do remember Jim Bryant who was more like a mentor than a counselor.I also like tha fact that it was in the country away from NYC.
Message Number: 590 - Friday, December 10, 2010 22:56:46 EDT - United States
I don't think my link from the msg below worked. Please try this one. http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=2103622&l=6ae515410f&id=1173373617 Message Number: 589 - Friday, December 10, 2010 21:31:36 EDT - United States
Here's a link to a photo of my 1948 boys 8th grade graduation class. I tagged a few names and hoped I spelled them correctly. I think most of the guys in the 1st row had names that started with an "M". If anyone can tell me more names, I'll continue tagging. I'm looking for more photos and will post them as I find them. http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=2103622&l=6ae515410f&id=1173373617 Message Number: 588 - Wednesday, December 1, 2010 22:20:52 EDT - United States
I attended St. Agatha from '44 and graduated the 8th grade in '48. Then, although I lived in Sunnyside, Queens, I commuted to Cardinal Hayes HS in the Bronx. I served in the USAF for 4 years during the Korean war and thanks to my previous high quality academic background from St. Agatha and Hayes I was accepted on a full academic scholarship to the Cooper Union School of Architecture. I have done many things, travelled around then settled down on the Gulf Coast of Alabama for the past 27 years. Prior to Alabama I spent 25 years in the Bay Area of California. Adding to my profession as an architect, I also studied and became a USCG Master for 20 years and captained a sailing charter boat. My beautiful wife of 39 years, Carol and I have also been developing a wildlife habitat, the Biophilia Nature Center in Elberta, Alabama. www.biophilia.net for the past 21 years. I have many memories of St Agatha's Home, some happy and some sad. I remember some kind Sisters including Sr. Raymond, But I really remember Coach Tom Malony who was an inspiration to us boys. He was kind and tough and just. I remember having a crush on Anastasia Murphy and I remember Steve Way, John Diaz, Jimmy Gillespie, just to name a few of my buddies. I am presently searching out old photos including my Graduation class of 1948..... If there is anyone that remembers, please say hi....My brother who left in 53 is Richard Saas and someone please tell Bob McManus that Marilyn Saas was my dear departed sister (Feb. 26, 1938-Jan. 26, 1994). Love and Peace to all...... Message Number: 587 - Tuesday, November 30, 2010 15:40:48 EDT - United States
I remember watching this cartoon at st. agathas http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEVsRLhet2k&feature=related Message Number: 586 - Friday, November 26, 2010 01:33:55 EDT - United States
Hello all: This is a quick update......... I went to the re-union event back in 2005 and saw most of the homeboy's and girl's that were there but lost contact...It would be nice to hear and speak with Eddie Miranda, Ralph Cortez, Hector Medina, and the Medina brothers. feel free to e-mail me at eddie_soto_1222@yahoo.com.... Thank You and God Bless Message Number: 585 - Wednesday, November 24, 2010 23:49:22 EDT - United States
I am searching for anyone who knew my mother DENISE SCHUBERT. She didnt attend St Aggies but she hung out there alot with friends. Denise was (caucasion)and 16yrs old in 1968. She went to Nanuet HS, class of 1970 but she didnt graduate. She had some friends named Diane Lennon, Lois Ryerson. I dont know much about Denise because I never met her, and she passed away before I had a chance to meet her. She hung out with/dated some guys from St Aggies and I am searching for anyone who knew her or might know who she dated because one of those guys might be my birth father. I havent been able to find him because Denise didnt leave much information behind about him. She described him as 6 ft tall, african american (possibly puerto rican) , muscular build, played basketball, ran track.. played guitar, and went into the army in the fall of 67 or 68. He went to school in Rockland Co but I dont know which one. His name may have been John - last name possibly Cooper. Im not sure if that is correct or not. Also, he may have been from Haverstraw, NY. Since I missed the chance to meet my parents , I am hoping someone there knew her, or remembers meeting her so I can get information on my father. Please contact me at vonirae2@aol.com or on facebook. Message Number: 584 - Tuesday, November 23, 2010 19:43:56 EDT - United States
To whom it may concern. I would like to get in touch with anybody from my era. My 8th grade teacher was Barbara doweling. I was friends with Juan Sanchez and beckerman. My sister Mary and brother William were also there at the same time. My home number is (707)545 7745 Message Number: 583 - Saturday, November 20, 2010 12:26:56 EDT - United States
hi my name is wendell lamont latimer its been so long and soo many memorys living at st agathas and if u know me please contact me @ my e-mail address latimer_wendell@yahoo.com or facebook.com cause im just trying 2 get back in touch with the people i know thanks :) Message Number: 7579?? -
Friday, October 29, 2010 22:15:43 EDT
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Comments: Message Number: 582 - Wednesday, November 17, 2010 16:57:01 EDT - United States
HI, LOVED GROWING UP AT ST. AGNES FROM 1944/52.MANY MEMORIES OF THE KIDS AND NUNS. SUMMER VACATIONS TO BEAR MT,TALMAN MT PARK AND THE MOVIES. PLAYED SPORTS AND FONDLY REMEMBER THE ROCK THROWING FIGHTS WE HAD IN THE FIELD.NEVER HEARD OF INJURIES. I WONDER WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO MARILYN SASS? SHE WAS EVERYONES FAVORITE. WISHING ALL ST AGATHA ALUM A HAPPY THANKSGIVING AND HOLIDAY SEASON. Message Number: 581 - Thursday, November 4, 2010 20:41:44 EDT - United States
I remember many things about St. Agatha and I will mention just one. I had a crush on Anastasia Murphy and I gave her a silver colored necklace with a cross. I don't remember if she acknowledged it, but I was pulled aside a few days later by ???? and given the third degree about stealing it from the church in Nanuet. One of the boys sold it to me. I would not divulge that, but was finally acquitted on my own recognizance. I wonder if darling Anastasia ever got it back. Message Number: 580 - Tuesday, November 2, 2010 10:58:46 EDT - United States
My name is Sarah Kee. My father is Louis Kee. My Aunt and Uncle are David and Margaret. I am putting together a "scrap book" for my father. Does anyone have any old photos of Louis, David or Margaret Kee? Please email me at skee82@gmail.com Thank You, Sarah Message Number: 579 - Friday, October 29, 2010 21:56:50 EDT - United States
HELLO IF ANYONE KNOW ME EDDIE ANDRE SENTON HALL AGATHA 1973 THUR 1976 ..LET ME KNOW EDWARDANDRE@OPTONLINE.NET..HOME KIDS 4 EVER ..... Message Number: 578 - Friday, October 29, 2010 21:18:43 EDT - United States
HELLO I WAS AT AGATHA SENTON HALL RONALD MIKE WELGOSS MY SISTERS WAS AT 150 COTTAGE MICHILINE ANDRE DENISE ANDRE.. LEVONNE RENOLDS.. BILLY ROMAM.. NANCY ROMAN.. KIM ANY ONE THAT KNOW ABOUT ME LIKE TO HEAR FROM YA HOME KIDS 4EVER LOL...... Message Number: 577 - Friday, October 22, 2010 14:51:56 EDT - United States
http://lajiribilla-habana.cuba.cu/2010/n494_10/galeria.html Message Number: 576 - Thursday, October 21, 2010 15:55:09 EDT - United States
I want to thank everyone who made the service possible & also for gathering all together. I was unable to attend but my prayers were with you. Maria A. send me some photos of family & it is always nice to know about our kids. Eddie I had in second grade & later was his group mother in Hayden Circle. I am proud of him & I think he remembers me. I saw him at ST. A. a few yrs. ago. Thank you for bringing the bell where it belongs. Sr. Richard Mary. Message Number: 575 - Thursday, October 21, 2010 00:50:24 EDT - United States
HELLO, MY NAME IS GREGORY AYALA. MY SISTER AND I WAS AT ST AGATHA FROM 1956 AND LEFT IN 1964. I HAVE WONDERFUL AND FOND MEMORIES OF MY TIME AT ST AGATHA. DURING MY STAY THERE I LIVED AT THE DEPAUL COTTAGE AND SEATON HALL. PLEASE CONTACT ME.AT THE ABOVE E-MAIL ADDRESS. Message Number: 574 - Tuesday, October 19, 2010 19:35:02 EDT - United States
Dear Brothers & Sisters, Message Number: 573 - Tuesday, October 19, 2010 17:03:55 EDT - United States
wanda, you can also ask them for for your records, its at the foundling hospital. Pat Message Number: 572 - Tuesday, October 19, 2010 16:51:59 EDT - United States
Hi wanda, this is Pat Shaner, you can look at the st. agatha website and click on records requests to get information. good luck. Pat Message Number: 571 - Tuesday, October 19, 2010 12:38:37 EDT - United States
Hi My name is Wanda Ramos and I'm trying to get a hold of someone at St. Agatha's Home for children. I can't seem to find a telephone number for them anywhere. Not even an operator had the number. I need information about my birth parents in order to renew my passport and drivers license. If anyone can help me I would appreciate it very much. Thank you.. Wanda Luz Ramos Message Number: 570 - Monday, October 18, 2010 10:39:10 EDT - United States
If you were unable to attend the memorial for Rudy Polk on 9/25, you can share the wonderful day through the videos that were taken and shared on this site. Many thanks to Victor Castro, Ron Lugo, Maria Agosto, Tommy Dunphy, and Rita Rosado for their photo contributions, and to all of you who contributed memories. And let's not forget our silent partner, Peter Feliciano, for the loving care he gives to our website. On the same day as the memorial, the refurbished bell tower rescued from the admin building, was installed at it's permanent home on Duryea Lane. Like the cemetary, this is ours, forever. After these events, there was a wonderful reception in the gym. Behind the scenes of all of this was the St. Agatha Alumni and friends. I know he hates being singled out but he passion of Eddie Miranda was in it all. It was heartwarming to see you all. If you were absent, you were missed. special thanks to all of the sisters who attended. When I arrived at St. Agatha Home in 1965, Sr. Maureen, Sr. Joanne, Sr. Robert, Sr. Christine, Sr. Alexander, Sr. Raymond, they were all there. And they were all there in 2010! The grounds where our old buildings, our home for awhile, once stood, are now a beautiful park that we can still share because it is open to the public. We have our memories, we have our websites and facebooks, our videos and photos, and we have each other. Let's stay connected. With love, Nancy Canfield Message Number: 569 - Saturday, October 16, 2010 00:04:41 EDT -United States
Hello everyone, I'm happy to announce the first video of the morning ceremony for Rudy at the St. Agatha Cemetery on September 25, 2010 is done. ( I'm sure nancy & or Peter will make it available soon.) It is a thirteen minuet video that I had to send to "YouTube" because it was to big for e-mails. So look for it soon at this site if not contact me and I'll let you know how to see it. On another note. I think Nancy said it best "We were all blessed to have Rudy in our lives." I will continue to work on the next few parts to the videos and make them available as soon as I can. Be well. Victor Message Number: 568 - Friday, October 15, 2010 20:35:50 EDT - United States
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! Message Number: 567 - Friday, October 15, 2010 20:05:53 EDT - United States
Just wanted to say that Sept. 25th was a beautiful day. I lived out of the county for over forty years but I was happy to see so many of you, some former studentsGrade 5 and some who were with me in Mount Carmel cottage. Thank you for being so faithful to St. Agatha's. Sister Joan Anderson(Sister Mary Arthur) Message Number: 566 - Friday, October 8, 2010 16:30:42 EDT - United States
http://lajiribilla-habana.cuba.cu/2010/n491_10/491_34.html since my arrival at st. agatha's was near the date of che's death, and since, unfortunately, my last name is the same as one of the betrayers of the cuban revolution who lives here in the United States, i look at things sometimes as others might interpret as no basis in fact. today, i remember the revolutionary hero as my mentor and my hero. i consider myself a child of che, and a child of the revolution and fidel, and to my birth parents. i consider myself as having the spirit of freedom lying somewhere on those prestine and precious grounds of the former st. agatha's home, and to the many people at st. agatha's home that cared about me enough to teach me a few things about life as a little kid because they knew as an adult i would be confronted with certain abominable challenges. thanks to certain kind people at nanuet high school. thanks for tony curtis and his wife jill, and all the great american actors and actress, and musicians that filled an empty space during terror trails and tribilations, thanks for the doors and jim morrison, and mumia and all the anti war activist and peace activist that made live for me bearable and tolerable. on this 53rd anniversary of the death of my beloved hero i wish all who find themselves worry and fearfull to hold steadfast and do not cave into gloom and doom . create art, music, poetry, movies anything ... use your brains and talent, do not let them degenerate Message Number: 565 - Wednesday, October 6, 2010 15:57:43 EDT - United States
stand in solidarity and justice Message Number: 564 - Wednesday, October 6, 2010 13:58:44 EDT - United States
everyone, i want to share with you my favorite magazine www.lajiribilla.cu or www.lajiribilla-habana,cuba.cu. this magazine is just so startling view for yourselves the golden nuggets. it is a cultural magazine and your literacy will increase two-folds. this week it is about Che Guevara who was assasinated 53 years ago by the capitalist pigs and their henchmen. i love this brother, so please feel proud in his revolutionary latino spirit. and please as i wrote before help free the cuban 5 and mumia and all political prisoners from the grips of the imperialist dogs and their henchmen. thank you for all who help in this long fight and struggle of eliminating the violent and abhorent tendencies created and perpetuated by the running dogs of capitalism Message Number: 563 - Wednesday, October 6, 2010 13:20:26 EDT - United States
please everyone write emails to the president to free the cuban 5 who have been in prison 12 long years. they have a website read about all the injustices perpetuated against them just because the are cuban and latinos. all latinos should find this petrifying and horrorfic. on the anniversary of the bombing of a cubana airliner in 1976 please everyone rise up and speak out and defend these innocent and brave men for their anti-terrorist actions. elba matos cuban five website can be found on the granma website www.granma.cu Message Number: 562 - Saturday, October 2, 2010 21:39:52 EDT - United States
I remember St.Agatha's when the switchboard was the big black table with wires that had to pulled out of one hole and put into another inorder for calls to be connected. I have these weeds that grow on my property that remind me of st. agatha's-These weeds grow on a stem, are round like a marble and are filled with prickly/thorny spikes all around them that stick to your pants in bunches if you brush pass them-As annoying as these things are i love it how it draws me back to the days at St.Agatha's. Do you have a similar experience? Message Number: 561 - Tuesday, September 28, 2010 08:50:02 EDT - United States
Alexandria, I remember you very well! I am happy to hear that you are doing well. Your goal is very noble. I hope you see it through. I am sure you will make a difference in the lives of others that need help. Thank you for the information about Elizabeth. I will reach out to her. Message Number: 560 -
Monday, September 27, 2010 07:50:18 EDT
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The memorial for Rudy Polk, installation of the belltower on Duryea Lane, and reception afterwards were fantastic! Hats off to everyone who made it happen, and was able to attend. Photos and videos will appear on this website soon, courtesy of Victor Castro and Ron Lugo. Regards, Nancy Message Number: 559 - Wednesday, September 22, 2010 20:02:29 EDT - United States
I have many fine memories of working at St. Agatha's. It was my first job after finishing my Master's in Social Work. I learned so much from the kids and my co-workers. Message Number: 558 - Wednesday, September 22, 2010 15:42:36 EDT - United States
Hi Everybody I just wanted to say hello Love Celia Message Number: 557 - Monday, September 20, 2010 22:04:59 EDT - United States
Hi Wanda Ramos. We lost contact back in High School. I saw you then at Cathedral, when I was at Rice. You were doing a dance to Mission Impossible. Please contact me by e-mail doctorjmdmd@aol.com. I was also friends with your brother Luis. Interestingly, my brother lived in Boca not long ago. Message Number: 556 - Saturday, September 18, 2010 10:00:21 EDT - United States
RUDY POLK MEMORIAL SERVICE
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2010 WHERE: ST. AGATHA CEMETERY TIME: 11:00 A.M. SHARP Dear Brothers & Sisters, Please read carefully as a few things have changed since the first announcement. PARKING We will meet at the St. Agatha Cemetery (not the Gymnasium) to begin the graveside ceremony at 11:00 a.m. sharp. Auxiliary police will be available to show you the designated parking areas (gymnasium parking lot and former boys yard, etc.). It would be ideal if you could leave your cars parked and walked up to the cemetery, but if this is not possible for you, then please remember that parking on Duryea Lane may present a bit of a challenge. We're expecting around 200 or so to attend, so please arrive early and give yourself ample time. You won't want to miss the bittersweet gun salute by the U.S. Marines Guard or the Taps performance. Upon completion of the graveside ceremony, please return to the Gymnasium where the remainder of the Memorial Service will take place. The service will include an "open microphone" for those of you wishing to express your thoughts, sentiments and happy memories about Rudy. Please keep your speech up to 3 minutes in length in order to accommodate everyone - you may want to prepare this in advance. Refreshments will be available afterwards. SPECIAL NOTE: Please remember that the former five girls' cottages are now private property that houses special clients. Although we are welcome to visit the Bell Tower in that area, please keep in mind that we are gracious guests who will respect their privacy. TO RAIN OR NOT TO RAIN! Pray that it doesn't rain, but carry an umbrella just in case!! DRIVING DIRECTIONS Please take the Palisades Parkway North or the 287 North - both take you to Rockland County. A HUGE THANK YOU TO EDDIE MIRANDA, BARRY DONAHUE, NIDIA CANCEL, THE SISTERS, RUDY's FAMILY AND ALL OTHERS WHO'VE MADE THIS SERVICE POSSIBLE. SEE YOU ALL ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th!!!! :-) Any questions, please contact Maria Agosto 413-455-1939 or mariaagosto67211@yahoo.com (On behalf of the Rudy Polk Memorial Service Planning Committee) Message Number: 555 - Wednesday, September 15, 2010 11:02:57 EDT - United States
Hello, I'm trying to find out info about St. Eileen Walsh.... Please have her contact me at my email address. Thank you Sincerely Wanda Message Number: 554 - Wednesday, September 8, 2010 01:04:19 EDT - United States
Hello my name is Brian Dennis and I was a resident/student at St.Agatha's from August 1965 until June 1973. I lived at 15 Haden Circle during this tiime. One of my counselors was Steve Hamilton. Some of my friends were David Aponte, Melvin Massey, Nancy Roman, luis Ramos, Amondo Colon, Raymond Diaz, and many others that I may have forgotten. My brother and sister were Dale Dennis, Gary Dennis, Tammy Dennis. If anyone wants to contact please do Message Number: 553 - Tuesday, September 7, 2010 11:13:41 EDT - United States
Looking for additional information on my and my brother's (Peter, Nelson, Victor) and sister's (Lillian's) time at St Agatha's beginning in Spring 1942. Thank so much for all you continue do..... Message Number: 552 - Thursday, September 2, 2010 02:20:12 EDT - United States
Barbara Galli ELIZABETH IS WONDERFUL AND ON FACEBOOK LOL WOW WHERE DO I BEGIN...I LOVE AND APPRECIATE EVERY ASPECT OF SAINT AGATHA THO I MAY NOT HAVE REALIZED IT THEN I DO NOW. STAFF WAS SUPPORTIVE I JUST WISHED IT COULD BE REOPENED. I AM A CURRENT COMMUNICATIONS MAJOR BUT I WANT TO START A NON PROFIT THAT DID WHAT SAINT AGATHA DID FOR ME IN MY TROUBLED YEARS...SAINT AGATHA SAVED ME FROM DESTRUCTION...FROM MYSELF MY PEERS MY DECISIONS... THANK YOU Message Number: 551 - Wednesday, August 25, 2010 16:55:00 EDT - United Kingdom 
Am trying to trace 4 cousins of my mother, Hvae just found them at St Agathas on the 1930 census, Eileen was 15 Margaret 9, mary14, Frances 11, does anyone remember them or know of what happened to them. i think they married but only know that Eileen married a Phillips?can anyone help me, this search has gone on for years regards Lindyloo Message Number: 550 - Monday, August 23, 2010 02:58:16 EDT - United States
Wow this places takes me back this is cool I got come back and see everybody. Message Number: 549 - Sunday, August 22, 2010 16:09:50 EDT - United States
Dear Brothers & Sisters: There will be a meeting SATURDAY, AUG. 28th, 2010 at SETON VILLAGE (across from the former Seton Hall) at 10:00 a.m. It will be to finalize the plans for Rudy Polk's Memorial Service & the Dedication of the Bell Tower. You are all welcome to join and give your input. Please give your support to those that are working hard and tirelessly to make this happen. Thank you. Message Number: 548 - Tuesday, August 10, 2010 20:41:57 EDT - United States
BELOW IS A LIST of names gathered so far, of those hoping to attend RUDY POLK'S MEMORIAL SERVICE to be held Saturday, September 25th. Please take a moment to browse through the list and perhaps submit your own name. It is very important that we get an accurate headcount in order to accommodate everyone, so if you're planning to attend PLEASE let us know as soon as possible. Also, WE NEED PHOTOS OF RUDY POLK to be used at his Memorial - please consider sharing a copy. HOPING TO ATTEND RUDY'S MEMORIAL SERVICE: Message Number: 547 - Friday, August 6, 2010 03:59:58 EDT - United States
TO JAMES REGAN: How sad that your experience at St. Agatha Home was as you described. Unfortunately, even Heaven has its undesirables, I believe. It is my hope that you find some peace of mind and comfort in knowing that we understand your pain. Many of us have joined forces through this website, Facebook and other sources, to share both good times and not so good times, but mainly to celebrate and strengthen the bond we formed with one another as children. I hope you find some reconnections here and there to help you remember the smiles and lessen the tears. God bless you, James. Message Number: 546 - Wednesday, August 4, 2010 22:38:50 EDT - United States
My time in the home was both Happy and sad. I was abused by a few people up there but there were also many who I still love and thank for the kindness they showed me. The home was a sad place to grow up sometimes and I don't think most of the staff really understood that. My sister and three brothers were also up there. I think 11 Hayden was the worst of the whole place, a den of child abusers. Those people had absolutely no compassion for any who walked into that cottage. My favorite place was the Haverstraw group home and some of the staff that worked there. This is still very painful for me so I will leave it at that for now. Goodbye and GOD bless all of my home brothers and sisters...James Message Number: 545 - Tuesday, August 3, 2010 15:20:28 EDT - United States
Maria AgostoAugust 2, 2010 at 10:25pm
Subject: THE BELL IS HUNG!
Hello again, friends, family and alumni.
Today we can finally say... The bell is hung... That's right it sits on a platform on the "A" frames with the rope wheel attached inside the bell tower. This Monday August 2, 2010 was a very long day... full of unexpected challenges... Under the direction of Ed Miranda and a lot of visitors who made suggestions and one who offered real help, we can say today the "bell is hung". Now let's be clear: the hoist frame still needs to be taken down; the floor needs to be swept and cleaned. The nicks & dings from the two days of work need to be repainted. Then & only then can we say it is truly done. I'm very happy and grateful that Ed called me to help. There is a great satisfaction in turning a dream into reality. Completing this project is a wonderful gift. (See the pictures in our group's photo album) Be well, Victor TO EDDIE MIRANDA & VICTOR CASTRO: Words cannot express the joy going through many Homekids' hearts as we witness the reunion of "our" Bell with its proper home, the Bell Tower. THANK YOU for sharing this precious event with those of us far from Home. (Maria) Message Number: 544 - Thursday, July 29, 2010 22:04:42 EDT - United States
I taught the students from cottage 150 when I first got there, taught vocational skills at the Cafe, was a gym teacher and art teacher. I loved working at St. Agatha's and I felt as though I had a lot of success with many students, especially Elizabeth Carter. I baked with my students and we donated our proceeds to 9/11 victims. We put on two beautiful art shows showcasing the many talented students. I have many fond memories of both students and staff. I would love to hear from you! Message Number: 543 - Tuesday, July 27, 2010 17:33:34 EDT - United States
Subject: RUDY POLK MEMORIAL SERVICE
Dear Brothers & Sisters, Thanks to the efforts of our dedicated brothers and sisters, Rudy's family & friends, and our Sisters of Charity, a date has been set for Rudy Polk's Memorial Service. It will be held SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th, at the St. Agatha Gymnasium, starting around 10:00 a.m. This beautiful event will include a ceremony led by Deacon Richard Arezeyga, a celebration of Rudy's life through photographs, personal speeches by alumni, friends and family, and a military 21-gun salute. Rudy was cremated and his remains will be buried at the St. Agatha Cemetery. It is IMPERATIVE that we get a head count as to who will be attending , so PLEASE take a moment and send me an email with your name and your guests' as soon as possible. Your information will be forweard to the alumni committee and will ensure that we have enough tables, chairs, food, etc. Please send your response to: mariaagosto67211@yahoo.com - you may also reach me at 413-455-1939 if a phone call would be easier for you, or you can message me through Facebook. If you're in touch with any Homekids who do not have e-mail addresses, please pass the word. Also being discussed are plans to complete the Bell Tower Project, setting in place the remainder of bricks purchased by you, and its blessing and dedication. This is going to be a HUGE event and I am certain we will have a great turnout. Please mark your calendars and plan on joining us for this once in a lifetime event, a loving tribute to the wonderful man who dedicated most of his life to St. Agatha Home, our beloved RUDY POLK!!DONATIONS are welcome and may be sent as follows: St. Agatha Alumni Association / Attn: Rudy Polk Memorial
P.O. Box 272 / Nanuet, NY 10954
All monies will be used for all the above projects and we thank you in advance.
Questions about your donations: Nidia Cancel-Santos supermima@optonline.net
SEE YOU IN SEPTEMBER!!!!
Love, Your Agatha Sister, Maria Agosto
(on behalf of Eddie Miranda, SA Alumni Assoc. & all involved)
Message Number: 542 - Monday, July 26, 2010 09:30:28 EDT - United States
My self, my brother, tony and Sister, gisela all attended St. Agatha in the above mentioned years. My sister and I lived at Sacred Hearts and my brother at the older boys cottages. Message Number: 541 - Thursday, July 15, 2010 22:09:17 EDT - United States
To send Father a birthday card: Msgr. Eugene E. Oliverio / Sunrise Senior Living at Fleetwood 500 N. Columbus Ave. / Mt. Vernon, NY 10552 Message Number: 540 - Wednesday, July 14, 2010 19:36:17 EDT - United States
FR. OLIVERIO'S 80th birthday is JULY 18th. A group of us are getting together at his facility in Mt. Vernon on SATURDAY, AUGUST 7th to celebrate, albeit a few weeks late. If you are interested in joining us, please contact our visit coordinator, Isabel Perez-Cruz at coffey14@aol.com or at isabel.cruz@ssa.gov - Please do so as soon as possible, since we need to make reservations in advance in order to get the community room. Depending on who goes, carpooling is possible, if you let us know in time. These precious visits to Father are very spiritual and uplifting for him as well as for all who attend. Although he's holding out, there is no denying his mental health is slowly diminishing. However, through it all, he is still the loving, kind, and wonderful man we've always known, just a lot quieter and slower. We hope to hear from YOU. God bless. Maria Message Number: 539 - Tuesday, July 13, 2010 14:07:26 EDT - United States
I am just finding out about Rudy. Rudy was awesome and intimidating. I was in DePaul when I first meet Rudy. Everyone respected him. He knew how to handle us at different levels and attitudes we had. I do remember him bitting his index finger. I last meet him at the day they had the opening of the grounds and the farewell to St. Agatha. Rudy, Thank you for being there as a Father in those most needed days in St.Agatha. You've touched many hearts. Message Number: 538 - Sunday, July 11, 2010 12:55:44 EDT - United States
Hello "Kids", Christina Message Number: 537 - Thursday, July 8, 2010 14:55:30 EDT - United States
I am looking for a very special person that I miss so dearly her name is Donna Krish I have been searching for her for a very long time I hope that I find her before I meet my maker............Michael Message Number: 536 - Thursday, July 1, 2010 12:22:03 EDT - United States
A memorial for Rudy Polk has been added to the St. Agatha website. Rudy served the Agatha Home Kids for about 30 years. Those of you Home Kids or Home Staff and friends who want to express your sentiments about Rudy, or just say goodby, Send an email to Nancy or me (or post it on the guest book) and I will add your sentiments to the memorial Page. View the memorial at http://www.stagathahome.org/MemorialRudyPolk.shtml Message Number: 535 - Friday, June 25, 2010 21:41:06 EDT - United States
My Brothers & Sisters, Message Number: 534 - Wednesday, June 23, 2010 19:23:24 EDT - United States
I am writing on behalf of my deceased dearly loved father. He was there at St. Agatha's starting in 1918. He didnt talk much about his life there. He was 69 when he died of heart problems, in 1979.His name was odd and we since found out his nationality was different than what he was told. I know this was along time ago. Does anyone know of him. Boyla Joseph Grad was his name. He was blind in one eye, but I dont know at what age that happened. it was some kind of football injury. He was such a good man and cherished family. Message Number: 533 - Tuesday, June 22, 2010 18:38:56 EDT - United States
My thoughts on Rudy Polk. Rudy was the Dad that I never had. He was responsible for giving me my first Job. He would give me an allowance to clean the kitchen in DePaul on Saturdays. He allowed me to go off the Home grounds to make money raking leaves and cleaning nearby residential houses.I used the money to take correspondance courses by mail. One of the courses was Electronics. I am employed today and have been since I left the home in the Electronics field thanks to Rudy. Rudy's effect on my life runs deep like the roots of a tree. We truly lost one of the great pillars of St.Agatha Home. I am so glad I got to spend some time with Rudy at the last two Reunions and the Dedication of the grounds. Rudy I love you and thank you for everything you did for me and my brother Benito. You will be dearly missed but never forgotten. R.I.P my friend. Sandy Santana Jr. Message Number: 532 - Tuesday, June 22, 2010 16:09:04 EDT - United States
Would love to catch up with anyone who remembers me from my days at St. Agatha's. Message Number: 531 - Tuesday, June 22, 2010 08:13:07 EDT - United States
RUDY POLK ... the name alone has always brought smiles to many who remember him as a humorous character ... famous for biting his folded index finger when he wanted to put the fear in your heart or to make his point known. I last saw Rudy at the St. Agatha grounds commemoration sitting under a canopy and telling folks about Nancy Canfield's book. We were so happy to see each other, shared updates, hugged and chatted a while. Sadly he lost his battle with cancer and a heart condition on Monday, June 21st, but his name, smiles and delightful humor will always remain with us. Message Number: 530 - Friday, June 11, 2010 16:05:29 EDT - United States
I was a child in your home. I want to say thank you for taking me under your wings and keeping me safe from harms way. I am looking for information about my communion or confirmaiton which was done during my stay. I need these documents in order to have a catholic wedding. My fiance and have placed our wedding on hold due to the priest request for papers. Please let me know a soon as possible, if these papers can be obtian from the home or elsewhere. I can be reached via email. P.S. Do you have any pictures of me? Message Number: 529 - Friday, June 11, 2010 06:48:42 EDT - United States
Memorial Service for Zonia Maldonado: Monday, June 14, 2010 - 2pm to 9pm Thomas Montera Funeral Home 1848 Westchester Avenue Bronx, NY 10472 (between Theriot and Leland Avenues) Telephone # for funeral home is 718-824-3700 They have "on premises" parking. Via subway it is the #6 train to Parkchester Avenue Frances will be at the funeral home around 4 pm for those wanting to meet up with her. Hope to see a few of you there to lend our support. As you all know, Frances lost her brother Raymond just a few months ago as well. Thank you for your prayers. Message Number: 528 - Wednesday, June 9, 2010 09:47:25 EDT - United States
IT IS WITH DEEP REGRET THAT WE ANNOUNCE THE PASSING OF OUR BELOVED AGATHA SISTER ZONIA MALDONADO: Zonia was born on March 14, 1955. She was in St. Agatha's 1960-1970. She graduated from Roosevelt HS in The Bronx and later from Nursing School. She battled Crohn's Disease from the age of 15 and finally lost her battle yesterday, June 8th, from complications associated with it. Zonia was multi-talented, she could sew, draw, crochet, cut hair and was an excellent baker and cook. Most of all she loved her family and above all else she loved her "miracle baby" -- her daughter Sheena as she was told she would never have children. She is survived by her daughter Alicia Sheena Sanchez Maldonado, 26 years old, her sister Frances Maldonado Mercado and the rest of the family. (No information yet on Zonia's memorial services. However, if one is announced I will post it here on our mother website as well as on Facebook and MySpace) Message Number: 527 - Monday, June 7, 2010 23:42:47 EDT - United States
My name is Casey Torres I was at St Agathas from 74-79. I spent most of that time in 11 Hayden. Im interested in contacting people that were there at that time, including counselors from that time, Eileen Cotter, Farrell Hopkins or Rosemary all from 11 Hayden. Im very interested in connecting my youth so if you can I would love to hear from anyone. Message Number: 526 - Wednesday, May 26, 2010 21:16:29 EDT - United States
Hello Homekids my name is Maria Maldonado. I have wonderful memories of when I was in St. Agatha's Home. The only cottage I remember being in is 4th cottage. My brother Andre Maldnado was in 13 and 15 Hayden and my sister Elizabeth Castro (RIP) was in 5th cottage then High School girls. I have reconnected with a couple of homekids through Facebook by contacting Maria Agosto (fb is on the St. Agatha's Kids page - if you would like to join). If anyone remembers me, you could contact me through facebook. I would like to hear from you. God Bless! Message Number: 525 - Tuesday, May 25, 2010 20:53:42 EDT - United States
Hi My Name is Michael,
I'm looking for a Teacher that was in the upper school by the name of miss.a
For me, the home was a big part of my life. I spent the young years of my life at Saint Agatha. And was able to meet a lot of kids there and make great friends. I lived in cottage (75), then moved to the cottage 74 . I can remmeber names like Robert,Willie b,Ronald,Donald, Richie,Brian, and one of the counselors named Victor who was there in Cottage 75 also. I must say these were the best years of my life and I am so thankful that whoever decided to place me in the convent did me a great favor. We were privileged children and probably didn't realize it until later on in life. They gave us the best of everything... a good education and quality of life. I am lost for words when I talk about St. Agatha's. Oh, how I remember the beautiful life and times we had it was such a blessing to us all. Have have such wonderful memioers of all the loving Sisters/Nuns, who help take good care of me.
well its hard for me to talk about it when I can't find any one I know. I hope we can talk one day on the phone my cell is 646-996-1646
this is me with the father
 Message Number: 524 - Monday, May 10, 2010 19:04:20 EDT - United States
I was a resedent there, and just wondering if any of the staff there now were ever resedents.... Message Number: 523 - Saturday, April 10, 2010
Hi everyone! Hope you all had a Happy Easter! For anyone wishing information on old St. Agatha records, click Records Requests or copy and paste http://www.stagathahome.org/personalrecords.shtml for instructions. This link is found on our Home Page. Pete Message Number: 522 - Thursday, April 8, 2010
Both my Father Robert Peter Clarke and my Aunt Katerine Clarke stayed at this home, both would not talk about their stays there. My Father served in the Navy in the Pacific from 12/21/1941 thru 09/29/1945. I see by the census they were wards 60 & 61, are there any pictures of them in your archives? Message Number: 521 - Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Please keep us posted of the Bell dedication date. Thank you all HOME KIDS for making this possible. Message Number: 520 - Sunday, April 4, 2010
TO MONICA HERNANDEZ: tried to find you on Facebook without success - would like to invite you to our group. If still interested, please let me hear from you. Thanks. TO MY AGATHA FAMILY: our Facebook group now stands at 88 strong and continuing to grow. Our photo album now contains 387 pictures from all over the country. Members consist of Homekids, their children, nieces, St. Agatha staff and Nanuet High classmates - a true cyberspace reunion! Hope to catch you there! Love, Maria Message Number: 519 - Saturday, April 3, 2010
Hello Home kids & who ever reads this note. The alumni association still continues to exist with the help of a few really strong & devoted people. I recently visited the site of the saved St. Agatha's bell tower. It really looks good standing there. Tall, painted, with it's circular path and white painted benches. New bushes and trees line the area. The whole thing gives you a feeling that the St. Agatha's we all new and loved will still be there for our children and all who are interested in the future. Every time I visit I get to see Eddie Miranda whole is still employed by the "home". We spoke about the last part of the project. Putting in a frame to hold up the bell... It is Spring and this is a good time to get it done. So we will continue the work and hope that all of you will look forward to taking some time out of your lives to visit when the site is dedicated. Thank you all for continuing to keep this dream of St. agatha's alive. Victor Message Number: 518 - Thursday, April 1, 2010
This is my first posting, recently found the website. Have been communicating with Nancy, She indicates St Agatha's Home Kids are special, I agree. Memories are scarce but the warn feeling from St Agatha has never dissipated with time. Message Number: 517 - Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Hello HOME KIDS. It's been awhile since I logged in. I will do my best to get on FB. I just celebrated my older brother's birthday this weekend in NYC. All five of us was in St.Agatha from 71-74. We spoke to everyone in the party about times in St.Agatha. It is just something that will remain in our lives forever. I told them about the first night in St.Agatha how my older brother calmed me down from crying waking up in the middle of the night for 2 hours. I had no idea how we went from being in the classroom mid day, taken out by CPS and driven to St.Agatha in just a matter of hours. Imagine the shock, it took us all by surprise. Reggie and I made contact. We both were in Mount Carmel in 71 or 72. Message Number: 516 - Saturday, March 13, 2010
I was only a home kid for about two years. I married and am still married to James (Chris) Johnson. We have been married now 35 years, we have four children and seven grands. Message Number: 515 - Thursday, February 25, 2010
I WAS AT ST AGATHAS 44 TO 52. WENT TO ST AGNES UNTIL I GRADUATED IN 56.TZHS. IM LOOKING FOR BILL CODY,JOE MC CORMACK MARILYN SASS.Message Number: 514 - Friday, February 19, 2010
Wow! St.agathas was home, I learned a lot living in St.Agathas, that carrys along with me today mainly respect for others & to be on par, i hate being late now Lol. Well i do wanna say I miss a lot of people to mention a few, Christina santiago, The Diaz Sisters(Rosa,Diane), Madeline aka Boobie, Wanda Irrizary,The Rivera sisters(Cana,Nellie,Vivian), wow i can go on. Writing this gives me so many memories coming through my mind, counselors I had so many wonderful ones such as, Marilyn Demes who taught me to chrochet, Mrs.Edna, Mr.Rudy was a sweet heart.ed o' Brien my SW, help me alot to cope. if anybody remembers me would love to here from you, Im on Facebook & Twitter pplz @lionessme, surprize me that would be great!!lol Message Number: 513 - Monday, February 15, 2010
I worked at St Agathas 10 years ago now and was wondering if any of the staff from back then are still there. I thoroughly enjoyed my time there and think back on it fondly. Message Number: 512 - Friday, February 12, 2010
A heart felt condolences to the family of Ray!!! Ray was our welcoming party to the bronx when St. Agathea's opened up the group home in the Bronx. We played hooky in his Dad's house. I believe I got my first kiss there. Thanks Ray. Oh yeah, and ROSIE too! Nothing but great memories! I followed Ray's foot steps and ran the ball for the Dark Horse too. Not as well as Ray and Johnny. I was slow as molasses! But what Fun. Ray was super cool and always a good friend. Only wished I would have stayed in touch. I do have pictures I dug up from 1974. Love Ya Ray thanks for being a friend. And I'll see ya when I get there!!! Tommy Message Number: 511 - Saturday, February 6, 2010
I tried to remember some of my classmates but my memory fades me. I only remember 1 person Ismael Mercado. I remeber living in a building near the road, taking dancing lessons and getting yelled at for giving everyone gold stars in my class. If anybody remembers me let me know. Nancy I tried to email you but your link does not work Message Number: 510 - Wednesday, February 3, 2010
I am very saddened by the passing of Raymond Maldonado, I met Raymond in 1964 in Savio, We shared the same dorm the same age he played football with me as a running back with Johnny Velez. We in Savio under Jim Bryant were a very tight knit group of kids. We did everything together. He was kind soft spoken and probably one of my closest friends. He was already in the home when I got there and made my transition into St Agathas smooth at a time when I felt a little afraid.I will always remember his cool ways he was a real people person. God bless him his family and all the kids whose lives he touched from Savio to 13 Hayden. I can say that I'm going to miss him but I've been missing him since 1970 when we said goodbye and parted ways. Please say a prayer for him and his family because he is a tremendous loss for us all. Thank you Raymond for all the good times, Message Number: 509 - Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Hello My Agatha Family/Familia, hoping this message finds you ALL in good spirits and health. Everytime I want to escape from this crazy but beautiful world we live in I come to our Agatha website and it puts me in a peaceful and happy frame of mind. I also joined Facebook because many of our Agatha sisters and brothers have re-united after many years of not hearing or seeing each other..it is a beautiful thing! So, if you are not a member of FB (free service) please consider doing so..there is so much to do and so many homekids you can hook up with. Ron and Maria have made this possible for all of us..they are AMAZING..thank you Ron and Maria! Be happy my sisters and brothers and enjoy your life. I am, going to visit our beloved Father Oliverio on Saturday and that makes me very happy. May God Bless you and your families. Happy Valentine's Day! Isabel :-) Message Number: 508 - Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Hi Everyone, just want to let people know I'm so happy that i found the St. Aga. website and happy to be in contact with some of the home kids. I enjoyed looking at the pictures of the home even though a little late with it closing, But at least I was able to see what was left of the home and the memories I had of it. I'm also very thankful to have a new and loving second family thanks to Ron and Maria. lov u guys always Maggie Cumba. Message Number: 507 - Monday, January 25, 2010
TWO MORE OF OUR BROTHERS GO HOME Hello My Agatha Sisters and Brothers, Message Number: 506 - Thursday, January 14, 2010
Hello Reggie, how are you? I was in Mt.Carmel when you were there. I remember you very clearly. I have many stories to tell about our time at Mt.Carmel. Did you know that it is still there as of today? I went to visit last summer and was able to take a tour after 35 years. What a feeling it was and all the memories it brought back when I stood near the bed in the room where things changed for me for the better. Message Number: 505 - Sunday, January 10, 2010
NANUET HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1968 AND 1969 yearbooks online at: http://www.nanuetgrads.com/68index.htm NANUET HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1965 online at: http://nanuet1965.myevent.com/ ENJOY! Love, Maria Message Number: 504 - Saturday, January 9, 2010
On behalf of EDDIE MIRANDA and his family, a heartfelt THANK YOU to the Homekids who attended with me NORMA ROSADO's beautiful memorial service at Grace Point Fellowship to give our support in such a difficult time:
Joy Vendura, Hector Pagan, Maria Sandoval, Olga Sandoval, Ray Velez, Jose & Dottie Medina, Hector Medina, Sandy Santana, Juan Ramos, Lucy Colon, Alicia LaSalle Also present were some of the Sisters of Charity: Sr. Thomas, Sr. Robert, Sr. Christine, Sr. Eileen
A slideshow of Norma and part of the very touching eulogy will be posted in the near future. Again, THANK YOU. Love, Maria ETERNAL PEACE TO YOU, OUR SISTER NORMA December 6, 1950 - December 26, 2009 Message Number: 503 - Thursday, January 7, 2010 13:23:37 EDT -
64 ST. AGATHA ALUMNI & THEIR CHILDREN, STAFF & FRIENDS are now members of our Facebook group St. Agatha Homekids, Nanuet NY - please note that I will no longer be posting the names here on the Guestbook. Instead, the growing members list is now on a separate page on this site in alphabetical order, and updated as new members join. Please look on this site's front page, right hand column under my name, then click on "St. A. Facebook." (Facebook is a free interactive network and a great way to stay in touch with your loved ones in real time.) Thanks, NANCY & PETE, for all you do! HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL MY AGATHA FAMILY. Message Number: 502 - Thursday, January 7, 2010 09:21:42 EDT -
Please update my e-mail. Thank you Message Number: 501 - Monday, December 21, 2009 21:40:31 EDT -
Many memories, none of which exist in my consciousness. Perhaps if someone was there when I was there (0-7y/o) and remembers some things from that time, give me a shout out. Peace
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