J. BROOKS PORTER

1960 - 2021

PORTER, J. Brooks James Brooks Porter, a longtime resident of Brookline, Massachusetts, died surrounded by his family on Monday June 21st, 2021 after a long illness. Brooks was born on October 8th, 1960 in Fort Worth, Texas to the late Sally Baker Porter and the late Dr. Philip James Porter. He attended The Dexter School, Brookline, MA; St. George's School, Middletown, RI; and graduated from the University of Vermont in 1983. Brooks co-owned Street & Company, a Boston-based residential and property management firm, and spent years walking down Charles Street, greeting almost every shop owner and resident on Beacon Hill along his route.  Brooks was a gentle gentleman. He was a valued and respected member of The Country Club in Brookline, the Somerset Club in Boston, and The Misquamicut Club and The Watch Hill Yacht Club in Watch Hill, Rhode Island where he spent his summers. There he enjoyed time on his boat, swimming in the cold ocean, and strolling with his loyal yellow lab, George. He loved skiing, yoga, biking, the coast of Maine and cheering on his children's sports teams. Brooks was intellectually curious, and enthusiastic about movies, words, and reading anything and everything he could find on World War II and Winston Churchill. Most of all, Brooks loved spending time with his family, and his huge group of devoted and wonderful friends. Brooks is the beloved husband of Katie (O'Reilly) Porter, and the adored father of their three children, Anna, Toby, and Lulu. Brooks is also survived by his sister Cynnie Ogden, her husband Tom, and several nieces and nephews. Brooks was predeceased by his brother, Philip K. Porter. The family would like to thank Avita of Needham and all of Brooks' wonderful caregivers for their love and kindness. A memorial service will be held in the fall. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Alzheimer's Association would be most gratefully received.