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Today's paper had a peculiar addition to the classifieds nanobits.
Very, very short obituaries for people on the go.
"Deceased, upward mobility, second-hand cradle, platinum crema-tion urn."
"Deceased, punctilious editor, donations to chastity [sic]."
"Deceased, corporate closer, PowerPoint slideshow graveside."
"Deceased, efficient administrator, no survivors."
"Deceased, protective shopkeeper, self-willed."
"Deceased, imminent threat."
"Deceased, reserved."
"Births—"
First published in 50-Word Stories, November 25-26, 28-29, 2013.