Another Fatal Longs Tragedy

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Another Fatal Longs Tragedy

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I'm terribly saddened by this.
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Very sad. My heart goes out to him, his family, and friends.
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My condolences to his family and friends.
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Deepest sympathy and prayers of comfort and support to family and friends. May he rest in peace.
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Sincere condolences to the young man's family and friends. May he rest in peace. :(
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Re: Another Fatal Longs Tragedy

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Very sad, that can be a very tricky mountain.
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Sincere condolences. Longs Peak is a majestic mountain that pulls at the imagination of many people who live in its shadow on the front range. I hope his family can find peace after this tragedy.
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RIP. Vibes to his family and friends during this time. Stories like this sucks ass.
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I'm very saddened to learn of the passing of this young man. My condolences to his friends and family.
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RIP
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