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Larry Porter Obituary
As a child, Larry performed as a vocalist with various musical groups and choirs, including the Zanesville Youth Choir who toured Europe in 1963 and sang with the Lennon Sisters.
In his early career he was a middle school teacher and later in life he was employed as a school psychologist at Palm Beach County Schools for 40+ years and as an adjunct university instructor at FAU.
He was a faithful member of the Church of Christ since childhood. Over the years in the church he served as a bible school teacher, deacon, elder and songleader. His current membership is with Creekside Church of Christ in Riverview, Florida.
Larry loved all types of music and enjoyed playing the guitar. He also enjoyed playing & watching sports such as golf, tennis, football, softball, bowling, and basketball. Later in life he participated in duplicate bridge where he attained bronze life master status.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Connie Porter, daughter Alicia (Paul) Taylor, son Larry (Michele) Porter, Jr., brother Kenneth Porter, sister Paula (Porter) Boop, grandchildren Collin Porter, Kendall Taylor, and Jack Porter.
A memorial service will be held at Aycock-Riverside Funeral & Cremation Center in Jupiter, Florida on Thursday, July 20, 2023 with the viewing beginning at 11:00AM and service beginning at 12:30PM.
In lieu of flowers please consider donating to Mount Dora Children's Home. Make checks payable to Mount Dora Children's Home at 301 W. 13th Ave, Mount Dora, FL 32757 or donate online at mdchome.org in memory of Larry Porter.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Tom Maxwell
July 19, 2023
Jim was a great Brother in Law and we played golf and tennis together on a regular basis. Jim spent a great deal of time researching the best golf clubs and tennis rackets to give us the advantage when playing against younger players.
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Matthew Ellis
July 16, 2023
Larry Porter was a profound influence on my life growing up at the Jupiter-Tequesta Church of Christ. Because of him, I learned to lead singing and have been a song leader at every congregation I have been a member of for the last 26 years. I am sadden that Larry is no longer with us. That being said, he is now receiving his great reward. The singing in Heaven just got even better. Rest in peace, Larry. Thank you for showing me how to spread God´s Word through leading singing in Worship. I am eternally grateful.
Nancy Chango
July 12, 2023
I am so deeply sad that Larry has left us. I am a fellow bridge player who knew Larry from the Tampa Bay Bridge Center. I was even privileged to have had the opportunity to play as Larry´s partner one time. Larry was such a gentleman and everyone who knew him loved him. He was a great bridge player, a fierce competitor. Humble in victory and gracious when he kicked your butt. Rest in peace, dear Larry! I regret I will be out of town for his celebration but I will be there in spirit.
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