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Joshua Porter obituary, 1988-2025, Sterling, IL

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1988

DIED

2025

FUNERAL HOME

McDonald Funeral Home, Inc. - Sterling

505 1st Avenue

Sterling, Illinois

UPCOMING SERVICE

Visitation

Aug. 23, 2025

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Abiding Word Church

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Joshua Porter Obituary

Joshua Porter
Born: October 28, 1988
Died: August 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joshua C. Porter, age 36, who was born on October 28th, 1988, and left this world far too soon.
Josh was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He is survived by his beloved wife, Shaela, and their two children, Analeigh and Dawson, who were the light of his life; his mother, Cathy Dewald; his brother, Matthew, and sister-in-law, Savana Porter; three nieces and one nephew, his paternal grandmother Norma Porter; his father-in-law John & Kimberly Long, mother-in-law Peggy & Russell Blase, and his brother-in-law Jason & Kacie Long, along with their families.
He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Porter, maternal grandparents Barb and Craig Dewald, uncle Todd Dewald, paternal grandfather, Clinton Porter, and niece, Rylee Porter.
Josh's love for his family was immeasurable, and he found his greatest joy in spending time with them, creating memories that will be treasured forever.
He will be remembered by his loving family, countless friends, and the many customers and colleagues whose lives he touched through Porter Brothers Construction, Inc.
Josh leaves behind not only his immediate family but also a circle of extended family and friends who loved him dearly. Though his time here was far too short, his impact will live on in the hearts of those he touched.
A visitation will be held on Saturday August 23, 2025 from 9-11 AM at Abiding Word Church in Sterling. The funeral will follow at 11 AM with the Reverend Dr. Scott Porter officiating. Arrangements entrusted to McDonald Funeral Home & Crematory.
May he rest peacefully, knowing he was deeply loved.

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Published by Sauk Valley News on Aug. 19, 2025.

Memorial Events
for Joshua Porter

Aug

23

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Abiding Word Church

6th Avenue, Sterling,, IL 61081

Aug

23

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Abiding Word Church

6th Avenue, Sterling,, IL 61081

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McDonald Funeral Home, Inc. - Sterling

505 1st Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081

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Marilyn Blase and Phil Brechon

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So very sorry for your loss. If we can help in anyway please let us know. Love Marilyn Blase and Phil Brechon.

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Sending my thoughts and prayers, so sorry to hear of the loss of Joshua

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