April 8, 1991 – April 16, 2022
Patrick died unexpectedly on April 16, 2022 at the age of 31 in Pearland, Tx. He was born in Lewiston, Maine on April 8, 1991, the youngest son of Danny W Danforth and Robin L. Boynton Danforth.
Patrick was a fighter from birth, his first 2 weeks of life in a NICU. Over the years he battled other heath issues. At the age of 18, he had “Don’t Ever Give Up” with a 4 leafed clover tattooed on his shoulder. He was a fighter!
Patrick was educated in the Mt Vernon and Maranacook school systems where he played football, was on the math team, and even played the role of Beast in his grade school musical. Patrick graduated from Husson University in Bangor, Maine with a degree in Business Management and a minor in Hospitality.
Patrick was a hard worker. Summer jobs at Camp Laurel and Pine State Trading taught him customer service skills which he carried with him to Texas. After graduation, he worked in Texas for Wholesale Electric, Graybar and currently for Rexel USA as an Industrial Project House Manager, Gulf Region.
In Patrick’s short time in Texas he made many friends and connections. Patrick was ALWAYS putting others first and he will be greatly missed by hundreds of coworkers and friends. Patrick was a gentleman and a man of his word!
While at Wholesale, Patrick met the love of his life, Shana Nicole Gray. They shared a brief but beautiful life together with their three dogs, Zeus, Athena, and Boone. They were married in September of 2020 during covid and married again on May 29, 2021 in a breathtaking ceremony. The entire Gray family welcomed Patrick into their hearts.
Patrick was a true outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, jet skis, swimming and was a certified scuba diver.
Patrick was predeceased by his father Danny in 2019.
Patrick is survived by his wife Shana of Pearland, Texas, his mother, Robin, of Sidney, Maine, brother Matthew and wife Sarah of Elm Grove, Wisconsin, nieces Claire and Charlotte and grandmother, Shirley Boynton of Oakland, Maine, as well as his Texas family; In-laws Gus & Jennifer Gray, sister-in-law Britney Gray, and “Mimi”. Patrick in also survived by many, aunts, uncles and cousins.
A Celebration of Life will be held on April 21st from 2:30 to 5:30 at the South Shore Harbour Country Club in League City, Texas.
Memorial donations may be made to the Make-a-Wish Foundation – Maine. 66 Mussey Road, Scarborough, ME 04074
22 thoughts on “Patrick Lewis Danforth”
I'm crying for this loss. I feel too many people are doing the same.
Patrick comes from a loving family that will miss him beyond words. My heart aches for all that knew him. I pray that the memories ease the pain for those that were close to him. Shana, Robin, Matthew , Sarah, Clair and Charlotte I'll keep you in my prayers and thoughts.
Patrick was an awesome man, I will echo what was written. He always thought of others and their success in the business. He will always be in my heart as a friend, I am very honored to have had a chance to know him. My deepest condolences to the family. He will be missed by many.
I was privileged to be Patrick neighbor for the years he attended Husson University. I also met his outstanding family.
I loved Patrick as he would have been family. For his young age, Patrick had integrity and wisdom way beyond his years.
To Robin, Shana and your families my deepest sympathies. My prayers are all with you.
Love
Parise Desjardins
Bangor, ME
We were so honored and excited to have Patrick join our Family. He was such an AMAZING AMAZING MAN. He and Shana had built such a beautiful Life together, despite the fact that it was too short lived…..but their love will live on forever and ever. We will never forget you Patrick. We love you soooooooo much!!!! Love, Crazy Aunt Susie ❤️ 💔💔💔💔💔
We are very sad to hear this news today. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family and friends during this very sad time. Our hearts are aching with you all. Much love – the Ryerson’s, Wayne ME
Thinking of you all 🥺
I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Patrick's passing. He and my daughter had the lead parts in Beauty and the Beast in the Mt. Vernon Elementary School Musical. She was home visiting when we got the news and shared some fond memories of Patrick. My deepest condolences to his family.
Patrick was a wonderful, kind man who will be missed. I've had the honor of working with him at Wholesale Electric for a couple of years. My prayers go to his lovely wife, Shana, his mother and closest friends and family.
Patrick was an amazing sweet, kind, compassionate kid. My oldest son grew up with Patrick and they had many baseball games and sleepovers through their childhoods. I remember when it was grandparents Day at the elementary school and Ethan got to share his grandparents with Patrick. Patrick left such an impression on my father that he came back talking about this nice young boy that joined them and would bring him up often through the years. That's the kind of kid Patrick was. I cannot imagine what you are all going through and I send you all prayers of comfort. I know Patrick is with his father now. RIP Patrick and please watch over your Mom, Matthew, Shana and her family as I know you will ❤️🙏 You have left this Earth way too soon! Heaven has another angel…🙏
Good man gone too soon.
Sending my deepest sympathies, Patrick was a year old than my oldest, but I got to know what a sweet, caring kid, he was on the baseball team that my son played on with Patrick. He was always smiling, everyone was fond of him.
I'm so very sorry to hear this tragic news. Robin, my heart is broken for you and I'm truly at a loss for words. May God's peace that passes all human understanding cover you during this time of incredible loss. You and the family remain in my prayers. Love and hugs to you.
I’m so sorry to hear of Patrick’s passing. I got to know Patrick when he was in my third grade class. He had such a sweet, caring heart, and always had a smile on his face. Sending my deepest condolences to his family.
My deepest condolences to the Danforth family. I’m so thankful to have met him and shared some good times together over the years. He was truly one of the biggest rising stars in our industry. I pray that you’re able to find peace. -JP
Robin, our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Please reach out to us if we can be of any comfort or assistance, Steve & Barbara Smith
I am truly honored to have known Patrick. I loved working with him and watching him lead a critical team for our business. I loved joking and laughing with him.
Robin and Shana – I am so sincerely sorry for your loss. I pray you find some peace in the amazing memories and knowing how much he meant to so many.
I will always remember Patrick for his kindness ♥️ I do remember Patrick as The Beast, his performance was excellent ! Robyn, I cannot imagine your pain. My prayers for your memories of Patrick to soon transform your pain to smiles.
So sorry for your loss. Keeping everyone in my thoughts and prayers
My deepest condolences …you are in my thoughts and prayers…may his memory bring you peace and be a blessing
Words can’t express how much we will miss Patrick. He left an impact in our family that will last a lifetime. I’m heart broken not seeing where Shana and his life would have taken them.
Patrick will be forever missed by his loving family and friends. May you all find peace in knowing he loved you very much. His Rexel family will miss him every day and he will always be in our best memories of our brief time with him. He touched all of us in different ways but kindness and sense of humor is what stands out for me the most. Deepest condolence to his wife Shana, his mother Robin, his whole family and all his friends.