William Lee Porter Jr. Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of William Lee Porter Jr. of Detroit, Michigan, born in Louisville, Kentucky, who passed away on April 25, 2025 at the age of 93. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor William Lee's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

Bill's family requests donations be made in his honor to The Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit MI, or to the Scarab Club of Detroit MI.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Phillips Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Tue

Apr 29

Visitation

Phillips Funeral Home
122 W Lake St, South Lyon, MI 48178

Wed

Apr 30

Visitation

Phillips Funeral Home
122 W Lake St, South Lyon, MI 48178

Wed

Apr 30

Funeral service

Phillips Funeral Home
122 W Lake St, South Lyon, MI 48178

Tue

May 06

Graveside service

Cave Hill Cemetery
701 Baxter Ave, Louisville, KY 40204

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