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Thomas Porter Obituary

PORTER Thomas "Tom" T. Porter, age 75, of Upper Arlington and formerly of Stratford, Saturday at Mt. Carmel West. A Delaware area resident for 67 years, he and his wife relocated to Upper Arlington 5 years ago. From 1967-2004 they owned and operated Garth's Auction Barn. Tom was a 32nd degree Scottish Rite mason and was active in too many Delaware community affairs to list. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn (Bemiller); daughters, Helen, Sally, Sammi Porter Flynn (Tom) and Susie Porter; four grandchildren, Atticus, Caleb and Olivia Jack and Luke Flynn; a sister, Marjorie Ellen Payne; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family invites friends to celebrate Tom's life on Saturday, January 9 from 1-3 p.m. at RODMAN-NEEPER FUNERAL HOME, 1510 W. William St., Delaware. During that time, they will host a reception in the Rodman Neeper Funeral Home Community Room. Contributions, in his memory, may be made to the Delaware County Historical Society, 157 E. William St., Delaware, Ohio 43015 or Hospice at Grady, 551 W. Central Ave., Delaware, OH. Condolences may be expressed by visiting www.RodmanNeeper.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Jan. 5, 2010.

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June 1, 2010

Tom Porter was a true gentleman. I learned so much from him and Carolyn and enjoyed the auctions and the treasures found there. Tom was always willing to help and to teach. I will miss him as a friend and a mentor. Ron Harris, formerly of Columbus, now of Pennsylvania

January 25, 2010

"Good Bye Tom", You believed in me at a time in my life when I didn't believe in myself. To have been in your pressence was an honor that I will always treasure.
Carolyn, My deepest condolences go out to you. It was my pleasure to have worked along side of you in those days. I can still see you both trading that toothpick.
To the Grandchildren and extended family, I share your loss. Tom was a "True Gentleman".
Sally, Helen, Susie & Sammi, Your father brought with him into any setting "A Smile - A Laugh - An Understanding". Please accept my condolences. His laughter will always be heard.
Jeffrey Whiteside, Chester County,PA

Patricia Upson

January 6, 2010

Tom Porter followed in the footsteps of Garth Oberlander; both men of integrity.

My sympathies to his wonderful family and former employees.

Patricia Upson

January 6, 2010

Tom followed in Garth Oberlander's footsteps; both men of integrity.

My sympathies go out to his wonderful family and former employees.

Cindy Watson

January 5, 2010

I will always remember the first time that I attended an auction at Garth's with my parents in the mid-1980's. I was hooked and came back for many more. Even though we lived in Texas and later in Maryland, we made our way back to Delaware. Some of my favorite memories are linked to Garth's and the Porters. I loved Tom's style and will always remember him saying "Are we all done?" and the exchanges between he and Carolyn regarding items during the auctions. He will be missed.

Sincerely,
Cindy Watson

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