Robert Bryon Porta

1943 - 2019

Robert Byron Porta, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, born on June 16, 1943 in Tennessee, passed away at age 75 on February 20, 2019 in Sacramento, California. Robert attended California State University, Sacramento, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree and discovered, much to his surprise, the joy of Chaucer and a love for learning. He was a Contractor in the Sacramento area, where he earned a reputation for precision and an excellent eye for design. As a young man, Robert served his country overseas in the Navy. He is survived by his son, Jeff Beck; daughter, Patricia Karlin; sister, Joan Warnshuis; grandchildren, Cameron Beck, Mitchell Karlin, and Erica Karlin; nieces, Jill Chow and Jennifer Meagher; and nephew, Jon Prescott. For 41 years he was a loyal and devoted friend of Bill W. A graveside service on will be held on Thursday, April 4 at 11:00am at El Reno City Cemetery, El Reno, Oklahoma. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to Alzheimer's Association (https://www.alz.org/)