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Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses and Unfunded Commitments and Letters of Credit (Changes in the Allowance for Unfunded Commitments and Letters of Credit) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2016 | Mar. 31, 2015
Allowance For Loan And Lease Losses And Unfunded Loan Commitments And Letters Of Credit |  |
Beginning balance | $ 2,930 | $ 2,655
Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses, Net Changes In Unfunded Commitments and Letters Of Credit Allowance | 0 | 0
Ending balance | $ 2,930 | $ 2,655

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