Richard Thomas Porter's obituary , Passed away on November 12, 2025 in Lansing, Michigan

Richard Thomas Porter

April 13, 1946 - November 12, 2025 (79 years old)

Lansing, Michigan

Richard Thomas Porter's obituary , Passed away on November 12, 2025 in Lansing, Michigan

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Richard Thomas Porter

April 13, 1946 - November 12, 2025 (79 years old)

Lansing, Michigan

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Richard Thomas Porter Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Richard Thomas Porter (Lansing, Michigan), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Richard left this world on November 12, 2025 at the age of 79, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Porter and Lucile Porter (Hummel). He is survived by: his children, Scott Porter (Angela Fabus) of LaGrange and Jodi Porter of Evergreen, Colorado; his grandchildren, Audra, Lila, Phineas and Lucile; his brothers, William Porter III (Marilyn) and James Porter (Terry Sanderson); and his nephew Jimmy Porter (Suzie).

Those desiring may make contributions in Richard's memory to the Capital Area Humane Society 7095 W. Grand River Ave., Lansing, MI 48906 or http://www.cahs-lansing.org.

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November 21, 2025

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“Porto was a great friend who gave it his all till the end, Remember all those days sitting on the patio smoking some great cigars, Rest in Peace my friend Ed Tardino”


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