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Statement Released On Behalf Of Parents

Personal Statement Released On Behalf Of Susan And Leigh Staden, Mother And Step Father Of Sergeant Brett Till

Oh! Brett, you gave so much to me. I wish we had you longer but see you have been taken from us.

Thank the lord you had a good life, met the woman of your dreams who became your wife. You leave us gifts of son and daughter and one on way and we will all love and miss you every day.

We will tell the children of how special you are and how your love will travel with them afar.

We'll love you always and every day, I know you will look into our hearts and be with us that way.

Media Note: The Department of Defence is releasing this statement on behalf of Susan and Leigh Staden.

The family have requested that their privacy be respected and advises they will not be conducting any media interviews.

ENDS

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