Obituaries

Dorothy M. Porter, 96

September 05, 2013

Dorothy M. Porter, 96, of Lancaster, passed away at home on Thursday, September 5, 2013. She was the wife of the late John L. Porter, who died in September of 2010. They started Porter’s Furniture in 1946. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late J. Richard and Mabel (Waters) Anderson.

She was a Red Cross Volunteer for 35 years. Dorothy loved traveling with her late husband and felt fortunate to have visited many foreign lands. She was an avid reader who enjoyed gardening, crossword puzzles and her grandchildren.
Dorothy will be lovingly remembered by her three children: Linda Curtiss; John A. Porter and David A. Porter and her grandchildren Steven Geraci; Keri Porter Eby;Keith Hill and Zachary Porter and two great grandchildren, Stasja Graffa and Anderson Eby. She is also survived by two brothers, J. Robert Anderson of Allentown, and Kenneth Anderson of Oklahoma, and one sister, Mildred Yeager of Lancaster. She was preceded in death by her sister, Janet Hobday, wife of Richard Hobday of Lancaster.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Dorothy’s name may be made to The American Red Cross, 430 W. Orange St., P.O. Box 4624, Lancaster, PA 17604-4624.
A private service will be held at the convenience of the family.

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September 16, 2013

Much love and hugs to you, Linda, John and David on the passing of your dear mother.  I have nothing but fond memories of your mom from the many times I spent at your home on Ruby Street.  She always had a smile and kindness to her that made me feel instantly welcome, even in the ensuing years when I had opportunity to come back home to visit.  A loving mother and wife, you need only look at one particular photo of your mom and dad together to see the love they shared.  And as children, how very lucky you were to have her for your mom. To you and those who knew her, her life was one of love, caring and giving, a wonderful legacy of a life well spent.  God bless you all with my deepest sympathy. – Suzi Price

September 12, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to Dorothy’s children and family.   We were fortunate in having her for our neighbor and admired her graciousness and her independent spirit.   She will be missed by her neighbors on Spencer Avenue. Moyra and Gary Glass

September 11, 2013

Dave, Linda and John,
         I was so, so sad to hear the news and send my heart-felt condolences.  Your Mom was a wonderful person. 
Renee’ Weiss

September 11, 2013

Linda, John and David our hearts and thoughts are with you at this time sympath, reflection and loving memories of all the you shared in her long active life. A truly very kind and special lady with a keen sense of humor. Our lovet to you all Jeff LeFevre and Stephanie Shertzer Lawson.

September 09, 2013

To the family-
I am so sorry about the death of your Mother. She was a wonderful person and loved by all.
                   Arlene Wimer

September 09, 2013

The world is a better place because my Aunt Dot was in it.  Aunt Dot was always a positive and kind person.  Peace to all my cousins.
Mary Lynn Hobday DiPaolo

September 08, 2013

Linda,
My sincere condolences on the loss of your mother.  My mother died in February of 2000 and I still miss her terribly.
i remember staying overnight at your house when we went to Frenchys.  You mother was so kind and polite to me.  I never forgot her genuine friendliness.
Pat Kauffman Brought

September 08, 2013

To Linda, John, David and Family, Mrs. Porter was a lovely woman, gracious and kind, always a smile and a kind word for everyone. she will be greatly missed and thought of fondly. my deepest sympathies.   Thomas D. Jones  Miami Fl.

September 08, 2013

The passing of this LOVELY LOVELY woman is taken very sadly. My heart goes to Linda, John and David, she was such a wonderful woman. Our Holiday dinners were always graced with her smile. Please accept my greatest condolence in Honor of Dorothy.    Karen Sweigart

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