Obituaries

Paul William "Bill" Porter

June 9th, 1936 – November 6th, 2019

Paul William “Bill” Porter, 83, of Vermont died on November 6th, 2019 at home. He was born June 9th, 1936 in Macomb, IL, son of Paul and Lela (Howell) Porter. He first married A. Janette Easley on August 31st, 1958 who preceded him in death on April 6th, 1994. He then married Nancy Ward on January 26th, 2002 who survives.

Also surviving are two sons, Raymond (and Crystal) Porter of Ipava, John (and Sara) Porter of Ipava, six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, three step-sons, Eldon Stambaugh of Vermont, Craig (and Lynn) Stambaugh of St. Augustine, FL, and Brad (and Jodi) Ward of Yorkville, IL, one step-daughter, Christy (and Larry) Miller of Montrose, CO, six step-grandchildren, four step-great-grandchildren, and his brother, Sam (and Linda) Porter.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Katherine Miller and Mary Jo Keefauver.

After graduating high school Bill served in the Navy for 3 years. Upon returning home, he farmed in the Ipava area, first with his father and brother, then with his two sons. He served as a Pleasant Township official and church board member. His hobbies included restoring vintage tractors and he was a member of the South Fulton Antique Tractor Club. He was a member of the Ipava Presbyterian Church but attended the Vermont Christian Church for the past 17 years.

Bill was a strong but gentle man who loved the Lord, his family, and his friends. Even unto his final days here with us on this earth, he put the needs and concerns of others ahead of his own. Many of his final words were still encouragements and advice to others. He was a godly example and inspiration to those who knew him. Bill will truly be missed by us all.

Funeral services will be held at the Vermont Christian Church on Monday, November 11th, 2019 at 10 AM with Cody Stinnett officiating. Burial will be in the Ipava cemetery. A visitation will be held on Sunday, November 10th, 2019 from 3 to 5pm at the Vermont Christian Church. Memorials can be made to the Vermont Christian Church or Safe Haven Hospice.

Condolences

November 8th, 2019

Prayers for comfort and peace for the family Kathy cox

November 8th, 2019

We are praying for Nancy and her family to feel God's love and comfort during these difficult days. Rodney and Theresa Keefauver

November 8th, 2019

We are sorry for your loss. Bill was such a kind person. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob and Melba Baker

November 8th, 2019

Praying family peace and comfort. Charlotte and Ron Reynolds

November 9th, 2019

Bill and his siblings attended both my parents funerals at the behest of their favorite aunt and sister-in-law, Lela. RIP with the Lord, Billy. Don Grafmyer.

November 9th, 2019

Sending prayers and condolences. Mike and Linda Blemler

November 9th, 2019

Nancy, Keith and I are so sorry for your loss. I last saw you at Uncle Bill's funeral and we had a nice visit. Uncle Bill (Henkle) was so fond of Bill P., two good friends for sure. Prayers for you and the family.

November 9th, 2019

So sorry for your loss. From The Clemens

November 9th, 2019

Very sorry for your family's loss.

November 10th, 2019

Sorry for your loss. Prayers for all the Family. Bill and Sharon. Ackley

November 10th, 2019

So very sorry, Nancy. Deepest condolences to you and your family, and all of Bill's family. Prayers that God will comfort your heart and give you strength and peace. Gary & Cheryl (Cox) Matteson

November 10th, 2019

So sorry for your loss. Donna Tournear

November 10th, 2019

Nancy, so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our hearts and prayers for you and the kids. Meredith and Lucille Kepple

November 10th, 2019

Thinking of you all & praying for you. Jody Trone

November 10th, 2019

Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Ronda and Brad Kluthe

November 11th, 2019

Nancy we are so sorry for your loss. Bill was a great guy. He will be greatly missed. Gary and Judy (Keefauver) Bloyd

November 11th, 2019

So sorry to hear of your loss.


Joe Hughes

November 11th, 2019

Thinking of you and your family, Nancy.

November 11th, 2019

We were sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Bruce & Marie Fulton

November 11th, 2019

Thinking of you. Our deepest condolences to all the family. Norman and Connie LaRue

November 12th, 2019

So sorry for your loss. Our sincere
sympathy to you and your family. Nelda Fell and Melba Harris

November 12th, 2019

My deepest sympathy to Nancy and family. So sorry for your loss. Marty Willey

November 12th, 2019

So sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of all of you.
Mike & Marla Rumler & Marlyn Jones

November 12th, 2019

So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Sandy Cobb