Barbara A. Porter's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2026 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Barbara A. Porter

September 17, 1947 - October 8, 2026 (79 years old)

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Barbara A. Porter's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2026 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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Cremation Society of Pennsylvania

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Barbara A. Porter

September 17, 1947 - October 8, 2026 (79 years old)

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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Barbara A. Porter Obituary

The family announces the passing of Barbara A. Porter of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on October 8, 2026. Barbara, born on September 17, 1947, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Barbara A. Porter or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Shank and Mary Shank (Cree); her daughter Charlene Cribari; and her sisters, Dorothy Shank and Madeline Cree.

She is survived by: her husband Donald S. Porter; and her children, Kenneth Horanic (Danielle), Robert Porter, Donald Porter, William Porter, Mary Smith (Bill), Catherine Cover (Chris Smith) and Rebecca Porter.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 30th 2026 from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM at the Cremation Society of Pa Harrisburg (4100 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17109). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 30th 2026 at 6:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cremation Society of Pennsylvania



Fri

Oct 30

Visitation

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Cremation Society of Pa Harrisburg
4100 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17109

Fri

Oct 30

Celebration of life

6:00 PM

Cremation Society of Pa Harrisburg
4100 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17109

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