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Brad McAvey Obituary
RUTLAND - Brad Taylor McAvey, 21, of Main Street, died unexpectedly at home on Sunday, January 26, 2014. He was born in Worcester, the son Laurie K. Borggaard of Rutland and Martin McAvey of Worcester.
Besides his parents, Brad is survived by his two brothers, Spencer McAvey of Rutland and Joe Poulin and his wife, Cadance and his niece, Ainsley and nephew, Sean all of Auburn; his grandparents, Carol and Del Hilton of Rutland, Franny Poulin of Grafton and Howard and Jeanne Borggaard of Shrewsbury; several aunts and uncles, including Diane Borggaard, Heather Hilton, Jason and Elizabeth Hilton, Jeffrey Borggaard and his wife, Lizette Zietsman, Debbie Poulin and Frank Poulin; many cousins; and his best friend, Alex Dotsenko of Rutland.
Brad attended Bay Path Vocational High School and was a manager at Rutland Pizza for over a year. He loved the outdoors, animals and mostly loved being with his brothers and shooting at the range. He collected survival items and was a survival enthusiast. He especially enjoyed electronics and was a true gamer. He will be remembered for his humor, unconditional love and compassion. Brad will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Brad's family from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, January 31st in the Miles-Sterling Funeral & Tribute Center, 100 Worcester Road, Sterling. The funeral service for Brad will take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 1st in the funeral home, followed by burial at Worcester County Memorial Park in Paxton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, 120 Wall Street, 29th Floor, New York, NY 10005. To share a memory of Brad or to offer an online condolence to his family, please visit
www.milesfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Brad McAvey
Toni
January 22, 2023
Brad as i write this i have tears in my eyes. Everytime Ive watched Sunny in Philadelphia, I hear a Sting song i think of you. Its interesting because that song play at random times. "Fields of gold" will play if Im shopping , or just on a patients radio while I'm taking care of the patient. It gives me the shivers and brings such a calming feeling because i know thats you telling mde not to worry. I miss you my friend not a day in these past 8 years that i havent thought of you. Much love and peace to you.
Your friend always ,
Toni
Richard Welcome
February 5, 2014
Dear Marty and Laurie,
I found out about Brad a few minutes ago and I needed to contact you to tell you how sorry I am. Please know that your Family is in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do please let me know.
Chris Garrity
January 31, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need.
James Petrone
January 30, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of your loss Laurie. Brad was my best friend.
The RINGGARD'S
January 30, 2014
Laurie and Family,
The Ringgard's prayers are with you. May you find comfort knowing Brad is in the arms of the angels.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Abby Brendel
January 30, 2014
I love you Brad! Praying for your family constantly. I love you guys!
January 30, 2014
Laurie Spencer Joe Brad will be missed by so many people Brad was such a great happy go lucky kids we will all miss him so much
Amanda Brotherton
January 30, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Brad a few years ago at Papa Gino's for a short time and he was such a sweetheart. My deepest condolences.
Wendy Savoie
January 30, 2014
Laurie and Family,
The Greil Savoie family is deepy saddened by this terrible tragedy.
January 30, 2014
Laurie, Joey, Spencer,
We are so sorry to hear about Brad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very trying time.
Karin Houghton & Family
January 29, 2014
We are praying for you and your family. I remember Brad as such a gentle kid. He had this great shy smile. Please know that I am thinking of you. Words don't seem to be enough at a time like this. May God bless you and give you strength.
Laurie Del Garbino and family
a mom
January 29, 2014
I am so sorry. Prayers to the family. May you find peace.
Heather D
January 29, 2014
Words can't express how sorry I am for your lose. He was a such a sweet kid. Take care
January 29, 2014
So very sad to hear of your loss. Spencer, Laurie and Joe. You are in our thoughts. Tim Montague and Family.
Alberto Vazquez
January 29, 2014
Brad you will be missed and always remembered for how much of a wonderful and special human being you were. You always held a special place in my heart as a friend.
Toni Moton
January 29, 2014
Omg brad rest in peace you will be missed I pray The Lord gives peace to you and everyone ... Love you like a little brother ... Miss so much fly with the angels god bless
James Pappas
January 29, 2014
We will miss you, Brad. I'll remember you for your jokes and your warm and mild spirit.
May you live on in Jehovah's memory and ours...
A mom
January 29, 2014
So very sorry for the loss of your son. May he find peace and may god give you strength.
Tonya
January 29, 2014
Laurie , Joe , Spencer. I am so so sorry for your loss. I will always remember brads smile, and his contagious laugh. I hope all of you find peace during this time.
clayton price
January 29, 2014
I have only meet Brad a few time but every time I did it was a fun time he will be truly missed my hart and prayers go out the family
Elizabeth
January 29, 2014
Brad was always a joy to see and he will surely be missed by many, myself included. My heart goes out to you.
Alona Dotsenko
January 29, 2014
Dear Laurie,Joe and Spencer.
Brad will always live in our hearts and prayers.Brad was like a son to us and Alex's best friend.We will love and miss him always. The Dotsenko Family.
Alona Dotsenko
January 29, 2014
Dear Laurie, Joe and Spencer
Brad will always live in our hearts and prayers. He was like a son to us and Alex's best friend.We will love and miss him always. The Dotsenko Family.
Alejita Velez
January 29, 2014
My thoughts and prayers for you and your family
Di Wilson
January 29, 2014
Dear Laurie,
I only knew Brad for a short time, but during that time he found a place in my heart. You did a wonderful job raising Brad and he was loved by so many. My prayers are with you now and will continue to be.
Angela & Leo De Souza
January 29, 2014
Joe, I am sorry for you and your family's loss! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you !
Jennifer Horstman
January 29, 2014
Laurie We are so sorry for your loss.
new to Rutland--anonymous
January 29, 2014
My heart and sympathy go out to your family....how very sad....
January 29, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Brad will always be missed. The Sawyer's of Rutland.
Jill Harrington
January 29, 2014
Laurie, Joe and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Carla Murphy
January 29, 2014
Laurie, Spencer,& Joe my thoughts and prayers are with you. Brads smile and twinkle in his eyes will always be remembered.
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