Richard B. DePorter's obituary , Passed away on May 7, 2025 in Silver Spring, Maryland

Richard B. DePorter

July 24, 1938 - May 7, 2025 (86 years old)

Silver Spring, Maryland

Richard B. DePorter's obituary , Passed away on May 7, 2025 in Silver Spring, Maryland

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Collins Funeral Home

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Richard B. DePorter

July 24, 1938 - May 7, 2025 (86 years old)

Silver Spring, Maryland

Richard B. DePorter Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Richard B. DePorter (Silver Spring, Maryland), born in Moline, Illinois, who passed away on May 7, 2025, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Richard may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.

He was predeceased by: his siblings, Eileen Rohlfing (Ed) and Reverend Arnold DePorter; his parents, Walter and Amy; and his friend David Edmonds.

He is survived by: his siblings, Michael DePorter (Frances), Mary LaMontagne (Richard) and Helen DePorter Buonora (Bob).

Viewing will be held on Thursday, May 15th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Our Lady of Grace Church (15661 Norbeck Blvd, Silver Spring, MD 20906). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, May 15th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Thursday, May 15th 2025 at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery (13801 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20906).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Collins Funeral Home



Thu

May 15

Viewing

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Our Lady of Grace Church
15661 Norbeck Blvd, Silver Spring, MD 20906

Thu

May 15

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 AM

Our Lady of Grace Church
15661 Norbeck Blvd, Silver Spring, MD 20906

Thu

May 15

Burial

Gate of Heaven Cemetery
13801 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20906

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