his family at his side. He is survived by his beloved wife Barbara (Bobulis) of 66 years. A
daughter Paula Herlihy, her husband David, grandson Joshua, wife Joy and great grandson
Caleb. Grandson Benjamin and great granddaughters Isabelle and Mackenna. He also leaves
behind a daughter Dawn, her husband Curmit, sister in law June Norwood and many nephews
and nieces.
He was the son of Gladys (Giles) and Earle L Norwood of Peabody, MA (originally from Bangor,
ME).
He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Kenneth and Earle.
Harry was born in Peabody, MA. After graduating High School he enlisted in the Navy during the
Korean War working as a machinist in the engine room aboard the aircraft carrier Tarawa.
Harry met Barbara on a blind date in 1954 arranged by a Navy buddy. They were married in
1955. They lived in Peabody while he was working as a mechanic and eventually had a house
built in Danvers, MA. They raised their family there while Harry worked as a machinist at
General Electric in Lynn specializing in jet engine development until his retirement in 1992.
On weekends before his retirement he spent his time lovingly rebuilding a riverside home in
Madrid, ME were they spend much of their time with friends.
Harry also bought a 12 acre hillside parcel of land with a beautiful mountain view and lovingly
rebuilt a cabin for his family.
Harry and Barbara also enjoyed traveling with their RV and eventually bought a home on the
gulf coast of Florida where they wintered as snowbirds. Harry enjoyed bicycling, walking the
beaches finding sharks teeth and he truly enjoyed the company of many dear friends.
Harry was a quiet man who often shared his faith by helping others. Harry was a bit of a
collector. He always had whatever was needed to save the day whenever something may have
broken. You would often find Harry helping a friend.
Harry held fast the the truth in verse II Corinthians 5:8, To be absent from the body is to be
present with the Lord.
A funeral service will be held at The Fortin Group, 217 Turner St. Auburn on Thursday April 15, 2021 at 10am followed by interment at Cedar Grove Cemetery in Peabody, MA.
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