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Gary T. Oravetz of Billerica; 22 BILLERICA Gary T. Oravetz, age 22, died unexpectedly Monday, at his home. He was born in Winchester, Feb. 5, 1986, son of Gary P. Oravetz of Westford and Maureen T. (McGrath) Oravetz of Billerica, and had lived in Billerica most of his life. Mr. Oravetz attended the Shawsheen Valley Technical High School. Besides his parents, Mr. Oravetz is survived by his sister, Jordan Oravetz of Westford; his maternal grandmother, Louise McGrath of E. Harwich; his father's partner, Jane Hughes of Westford and her children, Hilary and James Hughes. ORAVETZ Of Billerica, unexpectedly, Nov. 10, Gary T. Oravetz. At the request of the family, all arrangements were private. Burial took place at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Harwich. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hope House, 1601 Main St., Leicester, MA 01524. Arrangements under the care of the SWEENEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Billerica.

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Published by Lowell Sun on Nov. 16, 2008.

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Ann Gingras

November 17, 2008

Maureen and family,
I remember Gary as a sweet and thoughtful little boy. My deepest sympathy for your loss. May he find peace.

Barbara Oravetz

November 16, 2008

Gary, I Loved you very much and will miss you a lot. You are at peace now and free of all of your pain.
Love,
Nana

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