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Donna Porter Obituary

Donna M. Porter 71 , of Bridgton Maine, formally of Danvers MA passed away on June 25, 2012 at her home with Family at her side. Mrs. Porter was born May 12, 1941 to Harold Eaton and Marion (Edwards) Eaton. After attending Essex Aggie she married Warren Porter on December 31, 1958. She was employed by the Town of Danvers for 28 years retiring in 1997 to "Whispering Hope" their home on Long Lake in Bridgton. She continued to work for Bridgton Health Care Center. She was Past Matron of the OES in Danvers and received the Grand Cross of Colors from the Rainbow Assembly. Her interests included Family, Camping, Playing the Slots, and being with her friends from Florida. She had a gift to see the lighter side of life which she shared with all. Besides her Husband she is survived by 3 Children; Donald and his wife Janine, Deborah and her Husband Carl, Dale and his wife Gena. Four Grandchildren; Darren, Derek, Pat and Gabby, and 3 Great Grandchildren, Her Brother Paul and his wife Janet. She was predeceased by Brothers Carl, and William. Please join us for a Celebration of her life August 26, 2012 at her home in Bridgton.

Published by The Danvers Herald from Aug. 7 to Aug. 14, 2012.
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Deb and Rusty, you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayer at this time. The Cashell Family

Mark Cashell

August 29, 2012

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Paul and Janet Eaton

August 15, 2012

Mr Porter, I'm so sorry for your loss. Mrs. P had such a great sense of humor that will live on in her children. My deepest sympathies to you, Don, Debbie, Dale and the rest of the family.

~Patti

August 15, 2012

Warren We just saw the terrible news and thank you for letting us know. Our hearts are with you and your family at this time. I Remember all the great times we had at lodge and swimming in the coldest in ground pool I ever saw Lots of laughs and I will remember Donna as she was a sweet and lovely person who made everyone feel better just being around her.

Ray and Jean Cashman

August 14, 2012

love you all your always close to my heart uncle warren debbie donnie and dale and familys

annmarie eaton

August 14, 2012

Our Sympathy, God bless the family.
Janet & Russ Porter

Janet Porter

August 12, 2012

Sweet Donna, Remembering eating lobster together and the fun times with you and Warren and my husband Bill. Always love you. Sister Doris

Doris Lovvorn

August 9, 2012

We have so many fond memories of Donna over the years we had some great laughs and loved spending time at the camp with the family. You will be sorely missed by all, love the Gaudenzi family

August 9, 2012

I miss you Mom, and Thank You!!

Dale

August 9, 2012

We love and miss you Nana!

Derek, Ashley,and Liam

August 8, 2012

We love and miss you Nana!

Derek, Ashley, and Liam

August 8, 2012

I think of her often. May she rest in peace.

Janine Porter

August 8, 2012

I love and miss you Aunt Donna. I'll always count the long rides on hot summer days with Jimmy's Drive In Ice Cream at the end, as some of my all time favorite memories. Thank you for all the love and laughter.

Sue-Ann Dunlop

August 8, 2012

Miss You Mom

Deborah Therriault

August 7, 2012

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