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Holiday accident in New Jersey kills Arlington man, his mother

Tree fell on car as they traveled to see relatives

Joël Baudouin and his mother, Marie Vernet, were minutes from their destination when the tree fell on the front of the car. Joël Baudouin and his mother, Marie Vernet, were minutes from their destination when the tree fell on the front of the car.
By Erin Ailworth
Globe Staff / December 26, 2008

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Arlington resident Joel Baudouin pestered his brother and sister-in-law to unwrap his Christmas gift several days early - his own painting of snowy mountains overlooking a slate-colored lake. Open his card, too, he nudged, wanting them to see his gratitude: "Thank you for my unforgettable birthday." In November, his far-flung family had gathered to celebrate Baudouin's 42d year. (Full article: 785 words)

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