WINCHESTER, Mass. (MyFoxBoston.com) -- Family of the teen killed in a Winchester crash Saturday described him as loving and kind.
Patrick Gill died early Saturday after a crash on Manomet Road. Police found that he was traveling eastbound on the roadway before exiting and crashing into a tree.
Family of the 17-year-old released the following statement Wednesday, "The Gill family would like to thank their family, friends, and entire community for their love and support throughout this very difficult time. Patrick was a kind and loving boy, a wonderful son, brother and friend. We are truly overwhelmed and comforted by your friendship and compassion. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers in the coming days, months, and years. Thank you."
Gill's family is large and well known in Winchester. His uncle is the DPW director, and his father is active in town government. Friends say he touched just about everyone he met, was active in his church, and devoted to his family, especially his twin sister.