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Robert Joseph Porter

Robert Porter Obituary

May 14, 1940 - March 18, 2014 Robert Joseph Porter, son of William and Alberta Porter, died peacefully at his home in Elk Grove, CA on March 18, 2014 surrounded by his family. Robert attended Blessed Sacrament School and Good Shepherd in Beverly Hills. After graduating from Notre Dame High School, he became a member of the Actor's Studio in New York City. Among his many film credits are Firecreek, MacKenna's Gold, The Big Valley, Gunsmoke, The Jesus Trip, Emergency, The Klansman and Wonder Woman. Robert was an accomplished landscape artist and stone mason, dedicating much of his time and talent to the Vietnamese Catholic Martyrs Church in Sacramento and Blessed Sacrament Parish in Hollywood. Robert shared his love of nature with his family on many adventures to the High Sierras. He traveled extensively throughout Southeast Asia, The Philippines, and Mexico. Robert is survived by his brothers and sisters; Priscilla (Bolger), Paul, Jane (Blain), Loretta (Parrillo), Tom, Peter, Mary (Stember), and Christine (Muller) and over two generations of nieces and nephews. His unique creative spirit and passion for life will forever be missed and his memory will live on in the legacy of his loving family. A memorial mass will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at 11:00am at the Blessed Sacrament Church in Hollywood, CA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Blessed Sacrament Church 6657 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Mar. 26, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Porter

14 Entries

Jeff Powell

August 18, 2023

I just watched Robert in The Big Valley, and now praying for showers of blessings for his family and friends.

Tim

October 29, 2022

I just watched Robert in McKennas gold. As a child, it was one of my favorite movie. Robert´s part was small but memorable. Such a beautiful person. Watching his role, made me want to find out more which let me here.

Just a fan.

Agnes Tacosa

April 18, 2021

Just watched Firecreek, Robert portrayed his part extremely well, reminded me of our autistic grandson Zachary, Robert such a gental soul. May he RIP Aggie Tacosa

Rick Faraday

January 24, 2021

Very good actor in tough role in Firecreek. Hurt me to watch

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Mike Porter

May 17, 2018

I miss him.
I need some time in the canyons he showed us.
Remember his laugh?
He really was a different kind of uncle.
Best....Godfather.....ever. :-)

Robert Porter (as Arthur) in Firecreek (1968)

Scott Bryson

September 12, 2014

Thanks for the memories and photos, find a tribute page here & add any recollections: https://www.facebook.com/actor.robert.porter

Kim Lombardi

April 24, 2014

Met Robert at the Pack Station many years ago and had a few adventures with him. He was quite a character and always made me laugh.

Robert and Bernie

Claudia Box

April 20, 2014

Just wanted to add this picture of Robert and Bernie

Sherri Nash

April 19, 2014

I just heard the news of your passing Robert. I'm shocked that you didn't call us for support and prayers. You were one of my mom's (Martha Nash) best friends. We are now praying for your family. You will surely be missed by many.
We love you and we will see you again in Heaven.
Sherri Nash

April 17, 2014

So sorry I just learned of Robert's passing. I have so many wonderful memories of him as he joined so many of our adventures in the mountains. He always said it hurt him so much to go back to Miller's without Bernie. I know they are sharing happy memories while waiting for the rest of us to join them. The world will be a duller place without Robert. My sympathies to all of you. some I met and so many more I never did. Claudia Box

Patty

April 2, 2014

You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for you and your family during this challenging time and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again. (John 17:3)

Ortiz Family

March 30, 2014

Those who bloom in the hearts of others never fade away...R.I.P Mr. Robert Porter. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Porter Family.

In heart and spirit Robert's light will shine forever on....

Victoria Foutz

March 27, 2014

"To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die" ~ Thomas Campell

Jennifer Feiner

March 26, 2014

You are all in my prayers especially Uncle Robert. I was so happy to meet him . I will always cherish the memory of dancing with him at Christina's wedding. Love to the family.

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