Jack Ray Porter
Passed: December 31, 2019
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Jack Ray Porter
Passed: December 31, 2019
Obituary
Jack Ray Porter, age 74 of Avondale, AZ died December 31, 2019, in Avondale, AZ. He was born August 30, 1945, in Sullivan, IN to Hubert and Betty (Jordan) Porter. Jack grew up in Oaktown, IN. He served in the U.S. Army achieving the rank of Sergeant. A wounded veteran of the Vietnam War, Jack was awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart for his valiant service.
Jack worked for the US Post Office for 31 years. He served as a deacon at The Church at Litchfield Park. An outdoorsman and gun enthusiast, he enjoyed hunting, camping with his friends, and weekend adventures with his neighbors. He was a wonderful husband and a great dad.
Jack is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sheila Porter; daughter, Kindra Porter; two sisters, Elizabeth Waggoner, and Janelle Waldroup; and brother Tom Porter. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, January 18, 2020, at The Church at Litchfield Park, 300 N Old Litchfield Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340. Burial will be 10:30 am, Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85024. Condolences for the family may be left below.
13 responses to Jack Ray Porter
Randy and Gail Carter says:
January 16, 2020
Sheila and family, I will alway think of Jack helping with the Christmas toy drive. He was a good guy and knew how to make me laugh when needed most. May the peace of our Lord be your strength.
Chris, Deb, and Tanner Lemaster says:
January 18, 2020
Kindra – We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We hope you can find some solace in knowing your father’s love continues to embrace you and carry you forward.
Dennis Chandler says:
January 26, 2020
Jack was one of those working acquaintances that you are always happy to see. He was a happy guy which reflects on a happy home life. My condolences to the family in your loss, when you are at your saddest try thinking of some really fun time you shared together.
Just remember as long as Jack lives in your hearts and minds he will never leave you.
God Bless