Leanora Porter's obituary , Passed away on July 30, 2025 in Rockford, Illinois

Leanora Porter

July 5, 1937 - July 30, 2025 (88 years old)

Rockford, Illinois

Leanora Porter's obituary , Passed away on July 30, 2025 in Rockford, Illinois

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Carl E Ponds Funeral Home: Ponds Ernest

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Leanora Porter

July 5, 1937 - July 30, 2025 (88 years old)

Rockford, Illinois

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Leanora Porter Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Leanora Porter of Rockford, Illinois, whose life came to an end on July 30, 2025 at the age of 88, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Leanora Porter to show support.

Though Leanora may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Leanora touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Charlie Gordan and Florence Gordan; and her granddaughter Tammy Starks. She is survived by: her children, Matthew Porter Jr., Willie Mae Sanchez and Evelyn Williams (Mark); and her sisters, Irene Hedge and Jennie Mae Whitley. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews cousins other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Carl E Ponds Funeral Home: Ponds Ernest



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Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc.
200 N Johnston Ave, Rockford, IL 61101

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Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc.
200 N Johnston Ave, Rockford, IL 61101

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