Family Mourns Maplewood Woman Killed On Jan. 4

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — An obituary appeared in the New York Times on Sunday for grandmother and mother Gwen Avrut, whom the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said was murdered at home on Jan. 4.

The obituary, found here, said she was a loving mother, cherished sister, devoted grandmother, and beloved aunt. More information is here.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Gwen's memory may be made to: releaserecoveryfoundation.org for mental health and addiction services.

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