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In the Rear

by Peter Commette 04/01/2015
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APRIL FOOL’S DAY – THIS IS A JOKE

Peter Commette, March 13, 1954-April 1,2015

We are sad to report the passing of Peter Commette. Above is the last known photo of Peter. We are told that his beloved Connie’s last words to him were, “No, stop, I said, ‘In the rear; in the rear!'”

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