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Joshua Danforth Obituary

Joshua Lee Danforth, 11 FALMOUTH -- Joshua Lee Danforth, 11, of Falmouth, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, May 10, 2009. He is survived by his parents, Richard Danforth and Deborah Peppiatt; his brother Nicholas; his grandparents Roy and Jill Peppiatt and Danny and Sharon Danforth; his many aunties, uncles and cousins, all whom loved and cherished him. A celebration of Joshua's life will take place, Friday, May 15, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Hobbs Funeral Home in South Portland. Visit www.hobbsfuneralhome.com for a tribute to Joshua's life and to share memories and condolences. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joshua's memory can be made to Westbrook Animal Refuge League. Joshua Lee Danforth


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Published by Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram on May 13, 2009.

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Donna and Andrew DeCosta

May 18, 2009

To The Family of Joshua:

We are so so sorry to hear your loss of Joshua. You all are all in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. God Bless you ....

Jill Williams

May 17, 2009

Dear Deb, Rick, Nick and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this very difficult time. We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of Josh. He was a wonderful son/brother and will be missed by us all. Our hearts go out to you.

The Williams Family
Jill, Guy, Spencer and Adam

Patty Kenney

May 15, 2009

Dear Danforth and Peppiatt family,
So sorry to hear of Joshua's passing. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this most painful time. It doesnt seem fair that you have to go through this it breaks my heart.
God Bless you all,

Ezra Stevens

May 15, 2009

Danforth Family - We are with you in our thoughts and prayers. God bless. Ezra Stevens & Family

May 14, 2009

Debbie, Rich, and Nicholas, My prayers for strength are with you all. I can not imagine the hurt you are feeling. Be strong people Joshua is in a good and peaceful place now. Sandy Cushman ( Debbie's teacher in middle school.)

May 14, 2009

Dear Danfoth Family

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you at this time.

Mary and Kent Cyr

May 13, 2009

Dear Rick, Debbie, Nick and family,
Please know how saddened we were upon hearing of your loss. We can only hope and pray that you find comfort in knowing how many people's lives that Josh touched and made smile during his time here with all of us.

Love and Prayers
Bill, Donna, Mike, Rick and crew of the Big20

Mary Weyer

May 13, 2009

Debbie, Rick and Nick,
I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge - myth is more potent than history - dreams are more powerful than facts - hope always triumphs over experience - laughter is the cure for grief - love is stronger than death --Robert Fulghum

Sending you thoughts of love, strength and healing.
Love, Mary Weyer

Christina Reynolds

May 13, 2009

Dear Danforth Family-
My prayers are with you all.

Christina Reynolds
(the pizza lady)

Anna Edwards

May 13, 2009

Dear Debbie and Rick
My heart just aches and aches for you and your family. I cannot tell you how much love I send your way.
Anna

Sally Johnson

May 13, 2009

Dear Rick and Debbie,
My heartfelt condolences to you both. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Christine Rowe

May 13, 2009

Dear Debbie and the rest of the Peppiatt Family -
We were extremely sad to hear of Josh's unexpected passing. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Anne Rowe & Family

Sally Watson

May 13, 2009

Dear Debbie, Rick and Nicholas, in every waking moment you are in our thoughts and our hearts are broken for you. There is so much love being sent your way we hope you can feel it. Josh was a lovely, smart and funny boy and we will cherish our memories of him and our times spent together. Hold each other close and lean on all of us who love you. Love you forever, Sally, Emily, Will, Bryna and Katie xoxoxoxoxo

Grace & Shawn Everest-Ortiz

May 13, 2009

Dear Danforth Family-
I've known Josh and Nick for a couple of years at Big 20 Bowling. I can't even imagine the loss you are feeling. You are in our thoughts. Nick, be strong, especially for your mom and dad.
Josh will be missed.

Katie Piper

May 13, 2009

Debbie & Rick,
I am so sorry and saddend by the news of Joshua's passing. Just know that my family's thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Love,
Katie Piper

Linda Manos

May 13, 2009

Sharon
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your grandson. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this time. May all the wonderful memories you shared help ease your pain.
Love Linda

Michelle Smith

May 13, 2009

Debbie and Family,

Debbie, you and I worked together many years ago at Olympia Sports and though I haven't seen you in a long, long time I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot even begin to imagine what you must be going through! Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Martha Binette

May 13, 2009

Dear Dan and Sharon,
I was so sorry to hear of your grandson's passing, such a young person.. You have my deepest sympathy... Sincerely, Martha Binette

Ellen Beale

May 13, 2009

Dear family of Joshua,
Words are so hard to find at times like this. Your friends at Wentworth Intermediate School are deeply saddened by the news of Josh's passing. He was loved by all those who knew him. Please know our hearts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Vicky Anderson

May 13, 2009

Danforth Family - So sorry to hear that this little guy was taken away from you far too soon. Thinking of you during this extremely difficult time...
XOXO ~Vicky

Terry & Yvette Nason

May 13, 2009

Our Sincere Heartfelt Sympathy to Joshua's Family and Friends. We know Roy and Jill personally and Please know YOU All are in our Hearts and Thoughts at this very painful time. Keep the Faith even though it doesn't make sense. God Bless. Terry, Yvette, Brittany, & Darcy Nason

Jim and Candy Bogart

May 13, 2009

I cannot imagine what you must be feeling.
Such a tragedy for your family, so young a life that hasn't even begun taken from you.
Our deepest sympathies in your time of grief.

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