Funeral service for Harold Donald Porter will be 11:30 a.m., Friday, October 20, at Riverwood Family, with burial in Arlington Baptist Church Cemetery in Bogue Chitto. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at Riverwood.
Mr. Porter, 83, of Brookhaven, died October 16, 2023, at his residence. He was born in Lincoln County October 28, 1939, to Harold Nello Porter and Maude Edna Case Porter. He was an accomplished carpenter and worked in construction for many years. He enjoyed constructing furniture and specialty pieces for his loved ones to treasure. Mr. Porter was a faithful member and ordained deacon of Pearlhaven Baptist Church. He made spending time with family and friends a priority in life. He was a great fan of Southern Gospel music, either going to hear his favorite groups or singing in quartets. He also liked to spend time fishing. Mr. Porter will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Peggy S. Porter; children, Dwayne Porter (Tammy), Terry Porter (Evonne), Teddy Porter (Karen), and Dacey Porter (Krystal); brothers, Phil Porter (Carol), Gary Porter (Karen), and Rickey Porter (Connie); 13 grandchildren, 16, great grandchildren, and a host of other loving family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Habitat for Humanity, 220 S First Street, Brookhaven, MS 39601.
