Richard Porter

Richard Porter, 72, of Paradise, passed away on Saturday, February 18th at his home, surrounded by his family.  He was the beloved husband of Darlene McGinnis Porter with whom he shared 17 years of marriage.

Born in Bryn Mawr, Richard was the son of Virginia Brewer Porter of Downingtown and the late William Earl Porter.

He was a graduate of Great Valley High School.  He served honorably in the US Army.  Richard was self employed as an independent truck driver for over 35 years.

He is survived, in addition to his wife by his children: Rochelle M. Porter of Wagontown, Mark A. Porter of Parkesburg, Sonya McGinnis Brau, and husband Fermin, of Kinzers, Kelly McGinnis of Glenmoore, Donald Roop McGinnis of Paradise and Cindy Roop McGinnis of Paradise; 13 grandchildren; Brandon Porter, Britney McDaniel, Dylan McGinnis, Nathan Brau, Francheska Brau, Fermin  Brau Jr, Katia Brau, Collin Deihm, Michael Powers, Ethan Leslie, Seth McGinnis, Addy McGinnis, and Bree McGinnis, two great grandchildren and siblings, Donald Porter, husband of Janet, of North Carolina, Jay Porter, husband Dottie, of Georgia and Eralene Porter of Downingtown.

The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, February 28th at 11 AM at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg, followed by interment at the Upper Octorara Cemetery of Parkesburg. Family and friends are also invited to attend the viewing from 9 until 11 AM.

Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com