Mabel Louise Porter Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Mabel Louise Porter of Manteo, North Carolina, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 9, 2025 at the age of 92. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mabel Louise Porter to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parent Mabel Louise Burton Porter of Manteo, NC. She is survived by: her daughters, First Lady Doris B. Smith (Bishop Alton Smith), Diane Simms (John), Deborah Burton and Betty Selby (Anthony); her grandsons, Harris Burton, James "Nat" Burton, Larry Burton, George Govan and Bobby Govan (Kelleta); and her sisters, Ethel Bowser, Gloria Burton, Aquilla Bryant (Matthew) and Priscilla Hardy. She is also survived by 30 grandchildren, 57 great-grandchildren, and 30 great-great-grandchildren, along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.