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Theodore "Ted" Porter

1933 - 2018

Theodore "Ted" Porter obituary, 1933-2018, Sacramento, CA

BORN

1933

DIED

2018

Theodore Porter Obituary

Theodore "Ted" Porter passed away peacefully in Sacramento on Tuesday, March 13, at the age of 84. During his last days he was surrounded by his family. Ted was born in the family farmhouse in Becker Township, South Dakota in December, 1933. He graduated from Christian Brother's HS in 1952. He entered the Marine Corps and met the love of his life, his Little Honey, Sue Miller, in Pennsylvania. They were married in 1956. Sue passed in 2008 after 52 years of marriage. They had seven children: Steve (died at 32 in 1989), Brian, Julie, Craig, Cindy, Jeff and Dawn (Dee Dee). He is also survived by two sisters, one brother, 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Ted and Sue were devoted to their family and their Christian faith. Ted was a man of God and he lived a life of honesty and integrity. He had a great sense of humor and was loved by all who knew him. Although our hearts are broken, we know that he is in Heaven rejoicing with Jesus and dancing with his Little Honey! There will be a viewing Sunday March 18 at 5:30pm at St. Mary's Cemetery, 6509 Fruit-ridge Rd., Sacramento followed by a Rosary at 7:30pm. The Funeral Mass will be Monday the 19th at Noon with a reception to follow at St. Mary's Church, 1333 58th St.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Mar. 16 to Mar. 18, 2018.

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Stacie

March 10, 2023

It´s hard to believe it´s been 5 years. I will always remember the love Ted had surrounding him. It was heartwarming to see his family taking turns being by his side at a very important transition on his journey.


One of Ted´s Caregivers,
Stacie

Jeff, if you see this, I´ve advanced my education and am looking to advance it again. Thanks for the words of encouragement.

Stacie Pradie

March 10, 2020

Ted, I light a candle in your memory.

Bill ( AKA The Fish ) Fisher

March 10, 2020

Ted and I worked in the same Telephone Co. building at 14th & J . He was in management and I was just a little worker bee in a different department . That didn't matter at all . When I celebrated 17 years with the phone company and became a "Pioneer" , Ted came to my office and told ( not asked ) my boss he was taking me to lunch . That was one of the high points of my career . I don't know how he found out and it certainly wasn't his job to do that but that's just the kind of guy Ted was . I will never forget that

Stacie Pradie

March 10, 2019

I light a candle in loving memory.

Patrick O'Brien

March 23, 2018

My condolences to Ted's family. I was not able to attend the funeral or gathering however I have a group picture of Ted when he studied at Mont La Salle to be a Christian Brother in 1950, though it was for a short time. I would be happy to get that picture to you; just call me at 916 929-1973; or email [email protected]

Kevin Corcoran

March 22, 2018

Brian and all, so sorry for your loss, but I know your Mom and Dad are reunited in their love. Thinking of you.

Scott & Sandi Tompkins

March 19, 2018

To all the Porters, we send our love and condolences. Your parents were a huge part of our family's lives for many years and we are all grateful for their friendship. We pray that the Lord will cover you all now in His love and grace.

Denise Nicolici

March 18, 2018

My mom, Norberta Bamford (Walery) would like to send her condolences, she is so sorry for your loss. Ted was a close and dear friend to her brother Norris. May our heavenly Father and our Lord Jesus be especially close to all, giving comfort and the peace that surpasses all understanding during this time of loss.

Bill ( aka FISH ) Fisher

March 17, 2018

Ted was a brother-in-arms,a friend and a mentor.I spent many hours sitting by the pool with him learning about work, life and other worldly things. He was one of my heroes and will always be remembered and missed.

Mike & Mary Kiernan

March 17, 2018

Ted was an inspiration to me about what a Catholic man should be. His smile, his care for Sue and his children, and his respect for every person he met, made everybody's life better.

March 16, 2018

Craig, I am deeply and sincerely sorry for the loss of your father.

Bernie

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Mar

18

Viewing

5:30 p.m.

St. Mary's Cemetery

6509 Fruit-ridge Rd, Sacramento, CA

Mar

18

Rosary

7:30 p.m.

St. Mary's Cemetery

CA

Mar

19

Funeral Mass

12:00 p.m.

St. Mary's Church

1333 58th St., CA

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