John Porter Jr.

1944 - 2013

John Porter Jr. obituary, 1944-2013, Levelland, TX

BORN

1944

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

George Price Funeral Home

1400 Ave J

Levelland, Texas

John Porter Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 24, 2013.

Funeral services for John Porter, 69, of Levelland will be at 10:00 am, Saturday ,July 27, 2013 at Cactus Drive Church of Christ, Levelland with Randy Porter and William Eudy, officiating. Burial will be in City of Levelland Cemetery under direction of George Price Funeral Home, Levelland.. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Friday, July 26, 2013 from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm. John died on Tuesday, July 23, 2013.

Born in Levelland on January 9, 1944 to John Charles and Ruby Catherine (Hill) Porter, John attended and graduated from Levelland Schools in 1962. He then attended and graduated from South Plains College in 1964 and married JoAnn Holloway that same year. `In 1968 he enlisted in the US Air Force and served until 1972. On July 1, 1972, he married Paige Leslie in Gallup, New Mexico. He returned to Levelland and farmed on the family farm north of Levelland for several years. In 1988, John went to work for the Levelland School District and retired in 2006. Over the years, John had been an agent for Germania Insurance and he and his wife were still operating the agency at the time of his death.John was an active member of Cactus Drive Church of Christ in Levelland.

Survivors include his wife: Paige Porter of Levelland; four sons: Eddie Ray Porter of Odessa, Texas: Randy Joe Porter of Levelland,, Billy Jay Porter of Pearland and Brady Lee Porter of Lubbock and a daughter Carla Jo Payne of Slidell, Texas; his sister: Catherine Walker and her husband, Ned of Levelland; four grandchildren: Kelton James Porter, Samuel Josiah Porter, Emma Brooke Porter and Kaitlyn Elizabeth Porter.

John loved to select a family at Christmas time and give them a Christmas that they could not afford and the family suggests memorials so that this ministry could be continued. They can be sent to Cactus Drive Church of Christ, 501 Cactus Drive, Levelland, Texas 79336.

To join the family in celebrating John's life, please go to www.georgepricefunerals.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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July 29, 2013

Shanna Donica

Praying for all of you. The pictures in the photo gallery were so nice to see your family over the years and how happy John was in all of them.

May God Bless You and Keep You during this very difficult time.

July 28, 2013

Kaua Matthews

Keeping your family in our prayers. My memories of John are of a devout Christian man who loved his God and his family. Love you~

July 27, 2013

Terri & Joe Bill Vardeman

Paige and kids, our prayers are with you during this difficult time. We are sorry that we could not be there for you but we were out of town. Our prayers continue for you daily.

July 27, 2013

Beth Watkins

So sorry to hear about your loss. I will tell my mother, Jo Helton of John's passing.
Beth Watkins

July 27, 2013

Preston & Merrie Jackson

Our thoughts are with you and the boys at this time.

July 27, 2013

Connie Koeppen

I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a wonderful man and a true blessing to all that were lucky to call him friend. Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you and your family.

July 27, 2013

Patty & John Hartin

Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

July 27, 2013

Russell Wright

Paige & Family
We are so sorry for your loss and excited for John's gain. He is so whole and Happy sitting at His Saviors feet. Lots of fond memories to treasure forever. Love to you all. Russell and Nelda Wright

July 26, 2013

Shalyn Blume-Slape

John was always a pleasant sight at LISD. He was such a true supporter of Levelland and a great support to his kids while they were in school. He will be missed, but he is in a much better place.

July 26, 2013

Dianne Goin

Glenn and I are so sorry for your loss...we will keep your family in our prayers...I remember, that with all that was going on with John,that he handled it with courage and grace.

July 26, 2013

Rick Blundell

John was always a joy to have in class. He will be missed.

July 26, 2013

Beth Walls

Paige, John is healthy and sitting at the feet of Jesus. On the days ahead when you miss him, picture that and know that you will be with him again in Heaven for eternity. I am praying for your peace and strength.

July 26, 2013

Kerry McCormack

John was a reflection of Jesus to me. He was very giving and didn't worry about receiving. He will be missed, but O what a great reward he is having now!

July 26, 2013

Our precious Porter family, John was an awesome man and friend. He will be missed! We love you all so much.

George and Debbie Hensley

July 26, 2013

Paige, I always enjoyed you beening my Germania agent and friend, Gods grace will be sufficient to see you through John's loss. Sandra Schulle Davis

July 26, 2013

Rusty Hudelson

Our condolences to the family of John Porter. John was a very good man and his family is a reflection of him and of Paige as well. He will be missed in our community.

July 26, 2013

Steve and Carrie Blair

We never saw John that he wasn't smiling and encouraging. We rejoice that he is Home! God bless you all. We love you!

July 26, 2013

Adam Richards James Overton

To all of John's beloved family and friends....our thoughts and prayers are with you.

July 25, 2013

Marilyn Marshall

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

July 25, 2013

Dolores Townsend

Paige & families,,,
My sympathy to you at this sad time. Prayer for the Lord to give you strength now and the days to follow.

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