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On the morning of March 18, surrounded by his loving immediate family, David Alan Porder, 71, passed away suddenly.
David had a spice for life and always had a zinger waiting on the tip of his tongue. He loved yelling at the tv on football Sundays, playing with his dogs, and was an avid golfer. More than anything, David loved being with his family.
He is survived by his wife, Sheri Kates of Newton, children: Heather Porder and Rich Olivieri of Newton and Brooke Porder and Ari Winograd of Holliston, grandchildren Devon and Sivan and fur baby Winston.
David's surviving family includes his mother Betty Porder and his siblings Carol Porder-Zani and Barry Zani, Ami Porder and Michael Schochet, Andy and Carrie Porder, and many nieces and nephews.
Graveside service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 11:45 am. Shiva immediately following on Wednesday 2-6 pm and Thursday 5-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in David's memory may be made to The Animal Rescue League of Boston, 10 Chandler St., Boston, MA 02116.
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Steven Zaharoff
March 18, 2024
My condolences to the family. David was always kind, always friendly, always caring, always compassionate and always helpful.
I first met David at Camp Wekeela, 1962. We instantly became friends. From tennis,arts and crafts , swimming, riflery and archery, we had great times at Wekeela.
R.I.P.
Steve Zaharoff
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