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Albert Portis Obituary
He leaves behind his wife of 66 years, Nila (Pence) Portis; his daughter, Cindy Galloway and daughter and son-in-law, Tami and Brian Benton. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Nila Jean Burke and grandson, Chad Allen Burke.
Born in Graham, Virginia on June 21, 1924, his family then moved to Akron, Ohio where he lived most his life. As a young man he served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Upon returning home he became a truck driver and then later found his expertise as an electrician. He co-owned West Port Electric then started Portis Electric in 1968, retiring in 1981 when he passed the business on to family, Dave Galloway. Al was a member of IBEW Local Union 306 for 60 years. He was a devoted member of Temple Baptist Church where he sang in the choir and dedicated his time to visitation. Al was an avid gardener who bestowed a countless amount of vegetables to family and friends. He and his wife enjoyed wintering in Florida for many years.
Al was a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather. His love of God, Family and Music is a legacy that has been passed onto his beloved family.
In addition to his wife and children he will be greatly missed by eight grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grand-children.
Al will be remembered as a faithful servant of the Lord, who enjoyed spending his time with family, friends and extended church family. He'd never turn down a waltz or polka with his daughters, granddaughters or anyone for that matter. The last one at the dinner table, where every meal was the best he ever had, strumming guitar and singing precious melodies to family members, lazy afternoon naps, and old stories of new cars, army days, and the years growing up with his siblings are memories we'll all hold dear to our hearts. He was a kind, loving man who will be missed by many. He cared for his wife with a passion only true love could reveal. God Bless his soul.
A Memorial Service will be held SATURDAY, 11 a.m. at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 E. Cherry St. (Rt. 93, Canal Fulton), with Rev. Glenn Rogers, Jr. officiating and where friends may call SATURDAY from 10 a.m. until time of the service. Inurnment at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Akron. (Swigart-Easterling, 330-854-2356) www.swigarteasterlingfuneralhome.com
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Barry Gooding
March 22, 2012
Cindy and tammi Your dad will be missed alot He was a true christan if any body is going to heaven it will be al Me and my wife will miss him alot We talk all the time about alot of different things I wish somebody could have told us he passed away.He was the best person who could live next door to anyone I will miss him dearly I hope your mom gets Better Barry Carolyn Gooding
Cindy Stevenson
February 25, 2012
Dear Cindy and to your loving family, I am so very sorry for the passing of your father. You are in my heart ~ my thoughts and prayes.
May he rest in peace. xo
February 25, 2012
Tami, Cindy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers go out for you and may God help you through this difficult time. May God and the angels watch over your father and I will pray for his soul.
Love and blessings
Pat Dalton
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Kimberly & Stephen Guyton
February 24, 2012
Tami, Cindy and Family,
My sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. I have so many memories of your Dad growing up, he was an amazing loving man that always found the good in everyone. I remember church (always special), Lake Milton, cars, motorcycles, music, and the absolute love of his family and friends. He certainly was the "Rock" of the family, and deeply loved Nila, adored his children, grand and great grand children. He was funny, loving, and always had a story, "truth be told", he will be cherished and greatly missed.
May you cherish and hold in your heart memories that will remain with you always.
Our thoughts and prayers our with you.
We love you and God Bless,
February 23, 2012
So sorry Tami and family. Thinking of you and praying also,may all the prayers of those who care comfort you all at this time. Love...Susan Preisse
Suzi Henderson
February 23, 2012
Tami & Family,
We were sadden to hear about your father passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Love
Suzi & jeff Henderson
Dick & Barb Markham
February 23, 2012
Our sympathy to all the Portis family in your great loss. I am sitting here thinking about the great times we had for so many years. The Florida vacations, the fishing trips, the church bus we drove for 13 years at Akron Baptist Temple, the great times at Berlin Dam, and the great meals we shared over the years. Al was a wonderful friend and buddy and a true Christian at all times. I will see you later Al
Diane Devol
February 23, 2012
Dear Cindy and all the family - Your dad was a great guy! I remember a time when you, Tami, and I were sitting around with your dad. He was playing the guitar and we were singing hymns! And he sure could dance! This picture of Al in his army uniform is a great one - I can certainly understand how your mom was just swept off her feet by this handsome young man. I am so sorry for your loss. You will miss him dearly. Hold fast to your wonderful memories and tell the stories often. It will help to get you through this. I love you and yours -
Danny Adams
February 23, 2012
My sincere condolences to the entire Portis family. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. I will always remember him as a true man of God, an the absolute genuine arcticle. His spirit and love for his family will live on through all of you. God bless you all. Love, Danny Adams
Janet Wenk
February 22, 2012
Cindy, My love and sympathies to you at this difficult time. May it help to know that so many others loved and share special memories of your dad too. He has left a wonderful family as proof of how blessed his life was.
Parker Pam and Denny
February 22, 2012
Cindy,Tami and All Family Members
Our hearts are broken for you. He was a wonderful man. Great memories of family times and all his love will fill your hearts forever.
Denny was just saying Al was the first guy he rode his motorcycle with. He will be truly missed.
Pam and Denny Parker
February 22, 2012
Love to all of you during this difficult time and always... Veronica
February 22, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you,Cindy and the rest of your family.
Terry and Sue Harget
Eric Stone (MHS '79)
February 22, 2012
Dear Tami and Brian,
I was saddened to read of your father (and father-in-law's) passing. From the obit, it's evident that he lived a full and Godly life. I know he'll rejoice in spending his first Easter in Heaven. My prayers are with you and each member of your family during your time of sorrow.
Steve & Robin Kinty
February 22, 2012
so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you Cindy and Tammy, and your Family
Jim Portis
February 21, 2012
I will miss my Uncle Al,I loved the man.God bless you Aunt Nila,Cindy,Tammy and all of the family.I know you're in heaven now with Jeannie.I have great memories of being at the Weaver Road house.I lived in the city growing up and can still hear the sound of insects and dogs barking echoing through the neiborhood at night.Uncle Al gave me a job at Portis Electric in 1973 and enabled my career in the trade and although I thanked him many times I just want say thank you for the opportunity one last time.Thanks for every door you opened for me Uncle Al.
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