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Emory Porter Obituary

Emory W. Porter, Jr. -COCHRAN - Emory W. Porter, Jr., age 68, died Tuesday in the Medical Center in Macon. Funeral services will be held Friday at 11A.M. in the First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery. -Mr. Porter, a lifelong resident of Cochran, was the son of the late Emory W. and Neail Perry Porter, Sr. He was a 1960 graduate of Cochran High School, a graduate of Middle Georgia College and a 1965 graduate of the University of Georgia school of Pharmacy. He was a pharmacist at CVS Pharmacy in Cochran, a charter of member of Uchee Trail Country Club and member of the Cochran First Baptist Church. -Survivors are his wife, Linda P. Porter of Cochran; his daughters, Cindi (Randy) Wimberly of Cochran and Lori (Tracy) White of Dublin; grandchildren, Mallori and Porter Wimberly of Cochran, Courtney, Calli and Chesney White of Dublin; brothers, Bobby (Cookie) Porter and Tommy (Judy) Porter of Cochran; nephews, Michael (Keely) Porter of Macon and Jay (Ashley) Porter of Cochran. -The family is at 129 Brownsville Drive, Cochran and will greet friends from 7:00 until 9:00 P.M. Thursday at Mathis Funeral Home. -www.mathisfh.net or 478-934-2030

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Published by The Telegraph from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2011.

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Billy Green III

March 9, 2011

Linda and family, we are saddened to learn of Emory's death. Please know that our prayers are with you all during this time.

Larry McCammon

January 23, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Vanessa Williams

January 16, 2011

Cindi, I have had you all in my prayers since hearing Mr. Emory was very sick. I know you are a daddy's girl like me and I can't imagine the loss you are feeling. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers!

Betty & Felix Floyd

January 15, 2011

To the Porter Family,
Emory was a man of great standards to everyone that knew him. We feel honored to be able to call him our friend. We had a lot of good times together and well always carry him in our hearts.
Each of you are special to us.
May God help you in days ahead and we well keep all of you in our prayers.

Benny Carden

January 15, 2011

Linda
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Billy & Jane Belflower

January 15, 2011

Linda, Tommy,Bobby
Our Thoughts & Prayers are with you during these Difficult times. May God Bless you all and Comfort you in these times. GOD BLESS YOU

Patricia Phillips

January 15, 2011

Linda & Family,
Emory always had such a kind and sweet smile! We will miss him!
Charlie & Pat Phillips

Janet Berryhill & Steve Scott

January 15, 2011

Ms Linda and the Porter Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Faye Hinson

January 15, 2011

Dear Family,
Words cannot be said to tell how many people looked up to Emory and had the most respect for him.
I for one considered him my friend, as well as you Linda. I guess we have been friends for the most part of our lives, from first grade on. You have always had that beautiful smile and warm ways. I am sorry I do not know the girls, but everyone says they are a tribute to you and Emory.
I have no idea how alone you all must feel tonite and all I know to say is just keep that sweet fun nature that you and Emory have always had and I feel that with God's help you all will make it through.
I just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts. If there was anything I could ever do for you, I sure would try.
To Bobby and Tommy, I cannot imagine loosing my brother or sister. I just hope you can find peace in the years you have shared. You all have been through some very tough times in your lives, just continue to believe in the Good Lord's help to see you through this to.
My love & prayers go out to you all.

Faye C. Hinson

Gayle Sapp

January 14, 2011

Mrs. Linda, Cindi, Lori and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Emory was a great man and will be missed by all. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Lori Anderson

January 14, 2011

Linda & family, I'm so sorry to hear about Emory. I know he will be missed by all. I always enjoyed working with him at CVS. He would make us laugh at some of the craziest things. I will be praying for you and your family.

Lynne (Elder) Price

January 14, 2011

Cindi, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

January 14, 2011

Mrs. Linda, Cindi, Lori, and family...we are deeply saddened for the loss of Mr. Emory. We all have fond memories of growing up next door to you all in McVay Heights. Our hearts go out to you all, and our love as well. You are all in our prayers.
James, Mary, Sharon, Jim, Robin, and Lisa Hall

January 14, 2011

Mrs. Linda,Cindy, and Lori,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Don and Stephanie Byram

Cindy Jones

January 14, 2011

Linda and Family

I am so sorry to hear about Emory. Cochran has lost a good man and he will be greatly missed by all. I hope that you and the children can find comfort in your precious memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

January 14, 2011

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I SOLD TO EMORY WHILE I WAS WITH MCKESSON & ROBBINS DRUG CO. LOTS OF GOOD TIMES.

BILL CHAMPION
ATLANTIC BEACH, FL.

John Mabry

January 14, 2011

'' Thinking and praying for you and your family . Mr. Emory was very kind and could always put a smile on everybodys face. He will be greatly missed. '' John & Lisa Mabry ( Dublin, Ga)

Sandy, Mallory and Gene Sage

January 14, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss! Our prayers are with you.

Dr. James F and Mary Marshall

January 14, 2011

So sorry to hear about your loss.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Key & Rebecca McGuire

January 14, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Linda and family. Mr. Emory will be dearly missed, and was clearly loved by all who knew him.

Sharron Norris

January 14, 2011

Linda and Family.
When I close my eyes, I can hear his voice and see his smile. It never changed over these many years. My heart goes out to you all.

January 14, 2011

Thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers. The days ahead will be very hard but with God by your side and the many many wonderful memories you have there will be joyful times as well. My love to you all.
Glenda Lassiter

January 14, 2011

I worked with Emory on the base many years ago and will always remember him as a good friend. We will continue to pray for your family during the tough times to follow. Remember that God is always with you, even in times like these. Bob & Delores Stock (Hawkinsville, Ga.)

marvin&peggy maddox

January 14, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 14, 2011

Linda, we extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Emory and I were classmates at MGC and played a lot of baseball. We will never forget, and are so thankful, that during the snow storm of 73 he brought medicine to our house in the middle of the night for our very ill son. He was a great friend and pharmacist. We will miss him. You are in our thoughts, and we pray for God's blessings to be with you. Ron and Fay Thompson

January 14, 2011

Our prayers are with Emory's family. Went to school with Emory, worked with him when we got out of pharmacy school.
He has helped me over they years with his sage advice and and his ability to listen. He will be missed by everyone, but God in his infinite wisdom has him in a better place. God Bless YOU ALL.

Sonny May, Georgia Drugs and Narcoics Agency.

January 13, 2011

Linda, Cindy, Lori and families, We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Emory was a friend and such a caring person showing his concern for others through his work and every day life. Kathryn and Bobby Dominy (Cochran, Ga)

Waylen and Karen Carter

January 13, 2011

We are very sorry for your family's loss. Emory will certainly be missed by this community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tim & Suzanne Cranford

January 13, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Bettty Culpepper Hedstrom

January 13, 2011

Lori,
I was so sorry to hear about your daddy. I know you feel there's a big hole in your heart right now, but let all the wonderful memories help to fill it and help sustain you. My love to Courtney; I know she loved her granddaddy. I remember what a loving and supportive family you have.

Chris & Zina Eve

January 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Mr. Emory was a wonderful man. May God give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

Wayne & Dale Smith

January 13, 2011

Dear family,
We are thinking of you during this time. Emory was a friendly man.

Joyce Phillips

January 13, 2011

Dear Linda and family,
I thought Emory was the best of men. He will greatly missed.

Evelyn Horne

January 13, 2011

Dear Linda and Family, I love you. Emory was the sweetest man. I saw him a few days ago and he came over to me and asked how I was doing. We were so glad to see each other; we just smiled at each other.

jack /dot abney

January 13, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Kandy Jones Sanders

January 13, 2011

Porter Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Jane Brown Meadows

January 13, 2011

Thinking of you.
You have been in my prayers since this tragic ordeal started.
Remember the good times.

Roy Hart

January 13, 2011

Linda, Cindi, Lori, Bobby, Tommy & family, Praying for all, very special family, Family keep looking up, ( JESUS CHRIST ) is where your peace will come from, JUST ASK JESUS to help yall through this and he will, love all.

January 13, 2011

Linda, we were so saddened and shocked to hear this sad news. Know that our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Keep Faith and Believe, God is by your side and will hold your hand through this difficult time. Jimmy & Shirley Gay Montezuma, GA

Catherine Cardwell

January 13, 2011

•God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered "come to me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God only takes the best. I always saw Emory caring and helping someone, he was a blessing to so many.

~*~ Family of L. W.(Fat) Rozier ~*~

Rhonda Smith Newman

January 13, 2011

So sorry for your loss. Heartfelt thoughts & prayers go out to you all. May God provide you strength & comfort in the days ahead.

January 13, 2011

So saddened to hear of Emory's death. We sorrow at your loss. May God continue to bless you all with the memories Emory has left behind. Just a couple of months I renewed a long ago (from childhood) friendship with your beloved.
Blessings,
Alan Benson (Reverend, retired)

January 13, 2011

Mrs. Linda, Cindi and Lori,
We are sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God holds you close and will comfort you with all the precious memories you hold so dear. He will be missed by us all.
Rodney & Kelly Holland and family

Freddy and Agnes Berryhill

January 13, 2011

Linda and Family, There don't seem to be enough words to express our sympathy to you all. Our entire community has lost a good fellow. We loved to pick at him and make him laugh. We pray that with time fond memories will help to ease the sorrow.

Shirley and Wyndell Sapp

January 13, 2011

Linda and family,
Wyndell and I were saddened to hear the news of Emory's passing.. Our thoughts and paryers are with you now and the days ahead.. We don't have to tell you what a unique man Emory was.. we all hold fond memories made with him.. Cherish and hold tight to those good memories.. hugs to you Linda and the family..

Angie Simpson

January 13, 2011

Ms Linda and family, I can not tell you how sad I am for your loss. Emory is a wonderful man and will be missed by many people here in Cochran. My prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow.
Angie Simpson, Cochran, GA

Dolly Blackshear

January 13, 2011

It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Nadine McNair -Simpson

January 13, 2011

I sam so sorry to hear of Emory's passing, My prayers are with the family.

Doris Noles

January 13, 2011

I will be thinking of and praying for the family during this time ~ Tinci

January 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.I pray your precious memories will give you strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Mark, Ronnie & Dot Sherrod- Guyton, Ga.

Ben & Linda Allen

January 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. May our Lord, Jesus Christ, bring you comfort and peace. Sincerely

Teresa & Joe Daniels

January 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God bless each of you and watch over you during this time. If there is anything we can do for you please let us know. We love each of you.

Lisa Wood

January 13, 2011

May the Lord wrap his arms around you and give you strength during this very difficult time! My thoughts and prayers are with you!

January 13, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Emory was a special person. Our prayers are with your family. Sharon and Jimmy Gilbert

Rhonda Graham

January 13, 2011

To the Porter family: I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of someone you hold so near and dear to your heart. I know your heart aches during this difficult time. I'm sure that heaven awaits, with open arms, a joyest reunion for you all. Until then, I pray for continued healing of your hearts.

Cheryl Mullis

January 13, 2011

We are so sorry about the Loss of Emory. He was such a nice fellow. Had some good times at the Georgia games with him. Linda,Cindi,Lori, and the rest of the family You are in our Thoughts and Prayers. May the Lord Bless you through such a difficult time in your lives as you cherish the wonderful memories of your Loved one.
Love and Prayers
Donnie and Cheryl Mullis, Cochran,Georgia

Alnieska Shine

January 13, 2011

Words can't describe the emptiness we will feel without you in our prescence. You were truly a good man who did great things. I will miss you more than you ever know. To the 'Porter' family my prayers are with you all.

Sandra Bryant

January 13, 2011

We're sorry to hear of your loss. Emory was always nice and helpful at the pharmacy. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Sandra Roland Bryant and Family

Alice, Gary & Lana Maddox

January 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Mr. Emory will be sadly missed. Seek God for strength and guidance now and the days to come.

Dave & Allyson Williams

January 13, 2011

We are so Sorry to hear of Emory passing,Linda and Family, may God comfort you and hold you with his Loving arms at this time. Emory was a Great and kind Man, He will be missed.

Jeffery Lindsey

January 13, 2011

Much love to Mrs. Lori White and family during your loss of your loved. Just remember that we love and will always be here for you. Thanks for all you do!
Love you
Mr. Jeffery Lindsey
Mr. Brooks Holder
Mrs. Lugene Thomas
Mrs. Delois Moss
Mrs. Ayuna Latham
Ms TarA Williams

We Love You

Cary Stokes

January 13, 2011

Praying for the Family and loved ones of Emory.

Gale (Arnold) Jones

January 13, 2011

May the Lord bless you through this difficult time. I will always remember his kindness and how sweet he was when he helped you at the drug store and when you would see him. You will all be in my prayers.

Kristy and Tim Faulk and family

January 13, 2011

Mrs. Linda and Family,
My heart goes out to all of you! Life as we've known it is forever more changed. Just know that Jesus is with you. You're not alone! Mr. Emory was a good man and helped alot of people through the years. He was a blessing to so many. He will be deeply missed. You will be in our prayers. We love you all very much!

Randy Wood

January 13, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember my fun times of playing golf with Emory. He was such a great person!

Ken & Regina Ross

January 13, 2011

Praying the loving arms of God will hold you extra close during this difficult time and may the Lord's presence strengthen you. You are in our our hearts, thoughts and prayers.

Hugh Hill

January 13, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

January 13, 2011

YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS EMORY WILL BE SURELY MISSED. HENRY AND ALISHA PITTS AND FAMILY . COCHRAN GA.

January 13, 2011

Linda, Cindi,Lori,Bobby,Tommy & family
So sorry for your loss.Emory will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May God wrap his loving comforting arms around you always.
Bobby & Juanita

Buddy & Bobbie Odom

January 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Danny(Tootsie) Johnson

January 13, 2011

I am saddened and with deep sorrow at the loss of Emory,I have known him,his brothers and family all my life and treasure the conversations he and I had lately each time I visited the CVS pharmacy.Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Linda and the entire family.May God Bless you all and be with you during this time of sorrow.

January 13, 2011

I pray for your family during this sad time, but God took another angel home.Emory was a very special person and took the time to help others, god bless your family.
Larry, Juanita, Sandy Hall

Mitzi Bowman-Gillis

January 13, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you in the days ahead.

Debra Daniel

January 13, 2011

Lori and Cindi,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a well respected member of the community and a wonderful father. Ryan always thought so highly of him when they worked together at CVS. I know the days ahead will be difficult, by just know you are in the thoughts and prayers of many. Lori, please give Chesney an extra hug from Marli.

Krista Dwozan Rainey

January 13, 2011

I was deeply saddened to hear the loss of Mr. Emory. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time.

Joe Janet & Cole Jones

January 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jackie & Sherie R. Sanders

January 13, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Emory.May your memories bring you strength and peace during this difficult time and the days ahead.May God keep you in his loving care.Each of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.God bless you.

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