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Jean Porter Obituary

Jean Porter

Greer - Jean Porter, 71, wife of Ralph Porter of Greer, died Sunday, August 16, 2020 at her home.

Born in Augusta, GA, she was the daughter of the late Hugh and Ruby Collins McRae.

Mrs. Porter was a member of Brushy Creek Baptist Church. Jean was a guidance counselor and taught biology for the Greenville County School System.

She was preceded in death by sons, Bradford Porter and Jonathan Porter.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 21, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in Greenville Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Brushy Creek Baptist Church, 4999 Old Spartanburg Rd., Taylors, SC 29687.

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Greenville News from Aug. 19 to Aug. 20, 2020.

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Ken Sweetser

September 19, 2020

So sorry for the loss of your close friend, David Denny.

David Denny

September 16, 2020

Dear , Ralph , dog park friends , and gvl co school associates , my heart aches for all of you, Jean will be greatly missed by me and so many people. She always made a difference in mine and all of her students lives.I will always cherish the past yrs spent with Ralph and Jean their dogs. Deepest sympathy
to you Ralph. We will See you again in Heaven Jean.

Susan Jones Hutto

August 20, 2020

Jean and I were neighbors and childhood friends in Augusta, and she was also a bridesmaid in my wedding. Her parents would take us for Sunday afternoon drives and to the "What-a-burger." Ralph, my prayers and deepest sympathy go out to you.

Billy Dobbs

August 20, 2020

I knew her as a neighbor to my grandmother. She lived directly behind my grandmother’s house. As children we played in the yard togeather. Later we were both students at The Academy of Richmond County ARC she graduated two years prior to me. Jean was always a very sweet loving person. I am thankful that she was a christian, one day we shall see each other again in heaven. I am thankful for the time I knew her, God bless her family and friends, I’m sure she will be missed. Billy Dobbs, Evans, Georgia.

Penne Auger Thompson

August 20, 2020

Jean- I will miss your presence in this world. You were a fierce advocate for children never wavering in your belief that ALL of those you counseled and guided through middle school years deserved the best educational experience available. You were also a dear friend who I treasured and loved. Bless you on your new journey. It’s not goodbye ; I’ll see you again .

Rebecca Henderson

August 20, 2020

Our prayers are with you, Ralph.
William and Becky Henderson

Paulette Harris

August 19, 2020

an and I were best friends forever, I will always love Jean .

Paulette Proctor Harrris

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