David L.

Porter

David L. Porter Aug. 22, 1938 – Nov. 2, 2016 David L. Porter, 78, passed away at his home in Crescent City, Calif. on November 2, 2016. David was born August 22, 1938 in Hornell, New York. He served in the US Navy and received an honorable discharge. Following that, David began what would be a 30-year career with General Motors – retiring as a Journeyman Mechanic in 1989. He and his wife, Barbara, moved from Orange County to Mariposa, Calif. – then, in 1997, to Klamath. In 2001 they moved to Crescent City. David loved to travel and have fun. His beautiful smile and sense of humor will be missed by all who knew him. Survivors include his wife, Barbara, children, Mary Jane, Phyllis, David Jr., Virginia, Teresa, Danny, Leann and Diana; sister, Joanne, brother-in-law, Ardeen and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In lieu of flower, the family has requested contributions be made to an Alzheimer's research organization of the donor's choice. No public service will be held. Redwood Memorial Chapel is assisting the family.