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HELENE PORTER
1933 - 2016
HELENE PORTER
1933 - 2016
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BORN
1933
DIED
2016
HELENE PORTER Obituary
She was born August 28, 1933, in Amsterdam, New York, to the late Steve and Helen (Subik) Benosky. Helene was a licensed practical nurse for Methodist Health and Rehabilitation.
She is survived by her six children, daughter, Mary Lou Watson and husband Kurt of Lafayette, New York; son, William Neal Porter III of Melbourne, Florida, son, Stephen Porter of Fort Smith, Arkansas, son, Peter Porter of London, Arkansas, son, Thomas Porter and wife Denise of Greenbrier, Arkansas; and daughter, Elizabeth Fletcher of Rogers, Arkansas.
She is survived by her sister, Barbara Krzys of Fort Ann, New York; and her brother, James Benosky of Burlington, Vermont. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Darcy Mullen, Athena Schneider, Justin Porter, Colton Porter, Paige McPeake, Taylor Woods, Austin Porter; and by her great grand children.
She is the widow of William Neal Porter, Jr.
A memorial graveside service will be 11:00am Friday, November 4, 2016 at the U.S. National Cemetery Pavilion. Services are under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home.
Memorials can be made to Reynolds Cancer Support House, 3324 South M Street, Fort Smith, Arkansas 72903.
To sign an online guestbook, visit www.edwardsfuneralhome.com.
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Uncle Jim Benosky
November 7, 2016
To Helene's children and their families, Your dear mother was a cherished and very special person. At our family picnic three years ago,even though she wasn't feeling well, I remember how she still had her warm, friendly and joyous personality. We have an enlarged picture taken about 1940 of "My Sister and I" on our den wall. Helene and I are walking down a set of stairs holding hands with a decorated trellis in the background. The picture was taken by Grandpa. We want you to know that all of you are near to our hearts and in our thoughts and prayers.
Laura Black
November 6, 2016
Helene was such a nurturer both personally and professionally as an LPN. She let me live with her when I got my first job and was struggling with post-college real life. She was so joyful and warm, a great person to all.
Joe Krzys
November 5, 2016
Memories of my Aunt Heenie are many and precious. My prayers go out to all my Porter cousins and I thank God I was able to be share memories of family and especially of Camp OOhWeee.
Barbara Krzys
November 4, 2016
My thoughts of deepest sympathy to Helene's children and family. Helene being my "ME TOO" sister, deeply dwells in my heart of memories. Now that Helene's soul is with the saints above, she is in waiting for each one of us. With thoughts of love of our loss- my love to you all - Aunt Barbara
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Amy Hohmann
November 4, 2016
Thinking of all of you at this time. We are all so sorry for your loss. All our love- Amy, Bill, Danny and Christina
Amy Hohmann
November 4, 2016
I will never forget my Aunt "Heenie" and how well she took care of me when I came for visits with Grandma and Grandpa Benosky when I was a kid. I have many fond memories of her. All of my love to everyone.
November 3, 2016
TOM& DENISE,AUSTIN,PAIGE & TALOR
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. PRAYERS FOR ALL OF YOU.
SHE WAS A VERY LOVELY LADY.
SHIRLEY & DAVID
Jenny Mathis Daniels
November 2, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. She was truly my second mother and I loved her dearly. I can still see her twisting her hair and rolling her eyes at us when we wouldn't stop whatever craziness we were up to. She was one of the kindest, most patient people I've ever known. Much love to you all.
Ron Doyel
November 2, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I am truly sorry to hear of your loss.
Melissa Cook
November 2, 2016
Biffy
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Love you.
Susan Birgess
November 2, 2016
Tom loved getting to know your mom while she was living with you and Denise. She will be greatly missed.
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