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Thursday, sep 19
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Paul McCarron
Lifestyle
Salem Father Supports Kids Like His Daughter By Running Boston Marathon For Make
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Hector Gonzalez was not a runner when he signed up to run the Boston Marathon, but he was a father and wanted to help children with life-threatening medical conditions like his daughter. Elviette Gonzalez, who goes by Eli, has a life-threatening immune system disorder. The 20-year-old and her family, who live in Salem, were able to go on a Hawaiian vacation thanks to Make-A-Wish, and her father is now paying it forward by running the Boston Marathon to help another child receive a wish. "I've always wanted to do the Boston Marathon," he said. "Twenty-six miles in one day is nothing compa…