Obituary of Harlie Danforth

Harlie Danforth of Falmouth and FL and formally of Pembroke died on Sept. 26, 2008 at his home in Falmouth at the age of 61. He was the long-term loving companion of Beverly Abati of Falmouth. Brother of Maureen MacDonald and her husband Bruce of Hanover, Gail Danforth of Scituate, William Danforth of Pembroke, Dawn Danforth of Marshfield and the late James P. Danforth. Step -Father of Trace and Tim Correia and the late Robert Ghelfi, Jr. Step - Grandfather of Tina, Sarah, Chelsea, Megan and Grace. Uncle of Danita Leonard, David Bonneau, Erin Danforth, Jamie Leonard and many other nieces and nephews. Harlie was born in Boston, and was raised in Pembroke, lived in Falmouth and wintered in FLA. He was a Viet Nam Veteran in the Navy in which he received the National Defense Services Medal, was a member of the Elk’s (P.E.R). Harlie enjoyed playing horseshoes, pool and his friends. Memorial Calling Hours will be held on Thursday Oct. 2, 2008 from 4-8pm at the Shepherd Funeral Home (Rte-14, Pembroke Center). A Funeral will be held at the Massachusetts National Cemetery with Military Honors on Friday Oct. 3, 2008 at 11am. In Lieu of Flowers donations in Harlie’s name to American Legion Post 164, 571 West Ocean Ave, Boynton Beach FL 33426.