Linda Jean Porterfield

Linda Jean Porterfield obituary, Riverdale, GA

Linda Jean Porterfield

Linda Porterfield Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dortch-Williamson Funeral & Cremation Services on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Linda J. Porterfield, beloved mother, and grandmother, passed away August 30, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on February 3, 1954, in New York,
Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Porterfield, and her son, Bradley Mahdinec.
She is survived by her loving children:
Laverne Curtis
Jenetta Christy (wife: Adrian Scutillo)
Tabatha Reno
Crystal Porterfield
Bobbie Porterfield
Linda's legacy continues through her many grandchildren
Casiano' Mahdinec (KY)
Giavonna Mahdinec (GA)
Miracle Mahdinec (KY)
Andrew Litwiler (PA)
Bradley Reno (OH)
Cailee Downes (OH)
Cedric Downes III (OH)
Dominique Schweizer (NY)
Emma Nelitz (PA)
Emmerson Reno (NC)
Haylee Downes (OH)
Izaac Mollard (PA)
Jaxton Reno (NC)
Jayce Nelitz (PA)
Royal McConahy III (OH)
Travis Litwiler (PA)
In the words of our beloved Mommy
"SAY"
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