Turley added, "Swartz and Lincoln have been steadfast and long-term investors in Patriot Scientific. We would like to thank them for their early support and their contribution to our success."
http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/070724/cltu046.html?.v=99
Does one thank an ongoing shareholder like that, or is it more a farewell speech? Also, the phrase, "continue to be" would have made more sense than, "have been".
Be well