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Eric Porter Obituary
April 5, 1970 - February 5, 2013
SALEM - Eric was born in Las Vegas, Nevada and moved to Salem Oregon in 2005. The family moved to Oregon for a better environment for the children.
Eric was a huge family man. The most important people to him were his children and his wife. Eric was a single father for many years and always put his family first. He was very well respected for being a family man.
Besides spending time with his family, he loved hunting, fishing, camping and all sorts of outdoor activities. During his life, Eric was also a football and baseball sensation as well as a race-car driver. He loved classic cars and spent a lot of time working on the families 1964 Chevy Nova.
Eric is survived by his wife Tina Porter; daughters: Amber Dawn Porter, Alysha Marie Porter and Sierra Blue Porter; grandson Trevor Eric Lee Collins; mother Audrey Porter; sisters Dawn Porter and Tiffany Collins; Jay and Cristin Ballenger and family. He is also survived by nieces, nephews and a great group of friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Porter.
Flowers are welcome as well as donations in his name to the ALS Association of Oregon.
Services will be held at Virgil T. Golden Funeral Service on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at 1 pm.
Eric will be sorely missed by all of us
who loved him dearly.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eric Porter
Dave and Laurie Miller
February 22, 2013
A joy for every life he touched. God Bless Eric and his family.
Susie Hardy
February 17, 2013
Heaven got a real special person. His smile will light up the whole universe. May God watch over Tina and the girls and his Mother. My love and prayers are with all of you. We have lost a very special person, way too soon.
Judy Reid
February 17, 2013
It seems lately that our loved ones are leaving us way too soon. One thing is certain, Eric, in his short time on Earth lived and loved life to the fullest. He had an exuberance for life that extended to his family and friends, which in turn gives us all so many great memories to cherish. Much love to his wonderful wife, girls and family. He will continue to brighten your lives with his memory that lives in you.
Always remembering his smile...
With love
J~
February 13, 2013
RIP Eric, may you make God smile like you made evryone else!
February 13, 2013
Chrystie Ballenger Johnson
February 12, 2013
You're beautiful smile, generous heart and crazy funny personality will so be missed. Love you bunches brother. Gone but forever in our hearts. Love and hugs to all who loved you.
Tami Bieilk
February 12, 2013
He didnt live long enough.....
but he laughed often....
and he loved well...
and will leave behind many hearts that will keep his memory strong....
many memories, to keep us laughing
Carrie
February 12, 2013
Although I haven't seen Eric in years, I thought of him often, remembering his forever smile. My prayers and sympathy go to his family.You will be missed my freind.
Jahn
February 10, 2013
He is gone in only one form. He will be with you all, forever in a form that cannot be taken away.
February 10, 2013
In His Grip!!!
Heather Corcoran (Hildebrand)
February 10, 2013
Eric was a funny, kind hearted person who always wore a smile! I hadn't seen him in many years but I know through others he lived his life honorably and loved his family passionately! He will be missed by all who ever were lucky enough to know him! My prayers go out to his daughters and wife, my friend Tina who found the love of her life in Eric! Tina, I hope you will find some comfort in knowing he is not suffering anymore! I'm sure he's sitting up in Heaven sharing stories with all his friends who met their maker before him! He is now the angel who will watch over you and your girls, and his new grandson! He will live on in the smiles of his daughters and the memories of all those who were lucky enough to share his life! My thoughts and prayers are with ALL his family in this time of loss! I will be having a jack coke in memory of Eric since I cannot make the ceremony! Cheers to you Mr Porter, may you rest in peace!
Wanda Case
February 10, 2013
"What we keep in memory is ours forever unchanged." Keep smiling Eric. You will always have a chunk of my heart.
Troy and Barbara Kell
February 10, 2013
Eric was truely a blessing in this life. Somebody to learn from.
Our deepest condolence to his family and friends in this time of loss.
Diane Fottrell-Stringer
February 10, 2013
My heart goes out to all of Eric's family and friends! I know Eric and my brother John are enjoying themselves watching down on all of us! Prayers for all who will miss him!
February 10, 2013
Wish I had gotten to know you better way back in Vegas. Sounds like you were very loved. I know you'll be watching over your family and friends till you all meet again. RIP Eric.
Jamie Theoret
February 10, 2013
Cristin said it best. Words hardly do Eric justice. He was an amazing father and friend. I will TRULY miss you with all my heart. Until we meet again brother..... cheers!
jaline
February 9, 2013
knowing your ok now,
although many were
left behind,
in your heart and mine,
till we all meet again. luv
Cristin Ballenger
February 9, 2013
Eric was a man of few words but many actions. He loved practical jokes and loved seeing raw, real reactions from people around him when he would either scare the bejesus out of us or do something shocking just to get a rise out of us. He was an amazing father and loved his girls, wife, family and friends with his whole heart. He was true, transparent, loyal and comfortable in his own skin. He didn't make excuses for any mistakes he made and he lived his life on his terms. Eric made many friends whom he cherished and who cherished him. He earned the love and respect of those who knew him, not by any deeds he did, but simply because of the honest and real person he was. He brought an energy and zest for life to everthing he did. We love Eric as our brother and best friend. We will forever miss him and he will always be part of our life's story. RIP, my brother, my friend and don't worry or fret 'cause we got this down here. I raise my glass to you until we meet again, love your forever friends The Ballengers
Cristin Ballenger
February 9, 2013
Eric was a man of few words but many actions. He loved practical jokes and loved seeing raw, real reactions from people around him when he would either scare the bejesus out of us or do something shocking just to get a rise out of us. He was an amazing father and loved his girls, wife, family and friends with his whole heart. He was true, transparent, loyal and comfortable in his own skin. He didn't make excuses for any mistakes he made and he lived his life on his terms. Eric made many friends whom he cherished and who cherished him. He earned the love and respect of those who knew him, not by any deeds he did, but simply because of the honest and real person he was. He brought an energy and zest for life to everthing he did. We love Eric as our brother and best friend. We will forever miss him and he will always be part of our life's story. RIP, my brother, my friend and don't worry or fret 'cause we got this down here. I raise my glass to you until we meet again, love your forever friends The Ballengers
anthony caryl
February 9, 2013
my prayers go out to eric's daughters and family.
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