Photo courtesy of Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home - Galax
Hillsville, Virginia
May 18, 1927 – Aug 8, 2014 (Age 87)
Andrew Porterfield, 87, passed away at Commonwealth Health Care ( formerly known as Wheatland Hills) on Friday, August 8, 2014.
He was born May 18, 1927 in Carroll County to the late Mary and John Porterfield.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 66 years, Fern Winesett Porterfield, and three sons and their wives: Ivan of Galax; Don (Sue Lynn) of Louisville, Kentucky; Keith (Robyn) of Roanoke.
Left also to cherish his memory are five grandchildren: Andy (Sherri), Keenan, Rachel, Benjamin (Jenny), Andrew Boone; and four great grandchildren – Haley, Hope, Levi, Vincent.
His sisters, Ollie Mae, Mattie and Marie survive along with his brother, Junior.
His sisters, Mollie and Harolyn; and brothers, John Henry, Berlin, and Clarence predeceased him.
He was a faithful member of Cliffview Church of God in Galax for many years. After moving to Commonwealth Health Care, he attended Christ Chapel as long as he was able.
One could easily recognize him by his cowboy hat and boots. He loved, God, family, and his farm friends-horses, cattle and beagles.
The family would like to thank the staff of Commonwealth Health Care and Mountain Valley Hospice for their compassion and care of Andrew.
The family will receive friends Sunday, August 10, 2014 at the Cliffview Church of God from 2:00 until 3:00 PM. The funeral service will follow at 3:00 PM with Pastor Ron Hill and Pastor David White officiating. Interment will following in Monta Vista Memory Gardens in Galax.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Joy Ranch for Children, 813 Joy Ranch Rd, Woodlawn, VA 24381
I offer my sympathies to your family during this difficult time, how we all wait for the day when "death is swallowed up forever" (1 Corinthians 15:54)
August 19, 2014 | MD
Don, Sue Lynn and family, wanting you to know I share in this sad time for your family. Separation from a loved one is just plain hard. Praying for the strength you need.
Vickie Mackey
August 13, 2014 | Galax, VA
In loving memory to my Uncle Andrew you will be Miss but you are with our Heavenly Father
Deborah Catrett-Barton
August 12, 2014 | Montgomety, AL
Fern and family, may God bless you and keep you safe. Laura Sue Ayers Brannock
August 11, 2014
May Gods peace and love sustain you during this difficult time. Ps 55:22
August 11, 2014
Thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time, Andrew was a very special person, we will miss him.
Karen Worrell
Commonwealth Assisted Living
August 11, 2014
Employees of Galax Southern States
He was a delightful customer we loved him will miss his sweet smile.
Velma Jones
August 10, 2014 | Galax, VA
So sorry to hear about Mr. Porterfield..he will be missed...
Rhonda Shropshire
August 10, 2014 | Laurel Fork, VA
Fern and Family, My prayers and thoughts are with you. Hold your memories close and he will always be in your heart.
Shelby Shaw
August 09, 2014 | Galax, VA