'Magical' Massachusetts boy, 12, identified as victim in fatal run-in with tree on New Hampshire ski slope
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A 12-year-old boy from Massachusetts was remembered as a “magical” middle school student after he died after an accident at a New Hampshire ski slope.

Jack Murrary, 12, was skiing at Cranmore Mountain in Conway, New Hampshire, New Year’s Eve when he struck a tree while navigating an intermediate trail. Authorities said in a release the young boy was wearing a protective helmet at the time of the accident.

The Conway Police Department said he was found unconscious and was rushed to MaineHealth Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

“Born on May 23, 2012, he is the adored son of Paul and Crystal and the loving and best ‘big bro bro’ to Finley Murray of Weymouth. Jack is the most magical little boy and was on his way to becoming a truly exceptional man,” his obituary says.

Murray was remembered for being a budding entrepreneur, playing soccer and the trombone and drums and for his artistic ability.

“Jack loved his family, friends and neighbors (told them that regularly) and he knew how much he was loved back. Jack’s absence will leave a hole in the hearts of everyone who knew him and the entire Weymouth community,” his family said. 

“We ask that everyone take inspiration from the way Jack lived his short life and apply that to your own lives. We love you Jack always and forever!”

Cranmore Mountain Resort

Skiers and riders make their way down the mountain at Cranmore Mountain Resort in North Conway, N.H. (Jessica Rinaldi/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

In a statement after the accident, a spokesperson for Cranmore Mountain Resort shared condolences for “this tragic loss.”

“On behalf of Cranmore Mountain Resort, our thoughts and prayers go out to the family,” a resort spokesperson said. “The entire Cranmore family grieves for this tragic loss.”

Conway Police Chief Christopher Mattei echoed the ski resort’s sentiment, saying: “On behalf of the Conway Police Department and all the first responders who assisted, I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the family members of the 12-year-old boy.”

Fox News Digital’s Christina Shaw contributed to this report.

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