Mr. Walter E. Porter Jr.

2015. A native of Carthage, he was preceded in death by his parents, the late Walter E. Porter, Sr.

and Molly Wallace Porter and sister Elizabeth (Libby) Zillman.

Born June 29, 1926, “Walt” was educated in Moore County Schools. He graduated from the

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill earning an AB degree in Chemistry. The recipient of

an MIT Westinghouse Fellowship, he earned an MA degree in guidance and counseling from

Appalachian University. Walt was retired from Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools and Duke Power.

A gifted teacher and listener, Walt enjoyed a contagious love of people. He was beloved by former

students, colleagues, and friends. He exhibited a deep appreciation for the cultural enrichment of the

community and was a member of the American Guild of Organists.

He is survived by companion Frank C. Bradley; Mr. & Mrs. Frank K. Borden; Mr. & Mrs. F.

Kennon Borden, Jr.; Mr.& Mrs. James H. Borden; Mr. & Mrs. Michael W. Borden; Mr. & Mrs.

Drew Vermillion; Rev. & Mrs. Samuel R. Hope; Mr. & Mrs. O. D. Wallace.

A Memorial Service in witness to the resurrection will be held Monday, November 2, 11:00 a.m.,

In the Paul Helton Chapel at Forest Lawn West (4601 Freedom Drive, Charlotte). The family will

welcome friends at a reception immediately following. A Service of Committal will be held Tuesday,

November 3, Noon, at Cross Hill Cemetery in Carthage. Rev. Ronnie W. Parker will officiate

the services.

The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to healthcare professionals of Charlotte’s

Carolinas Medical Center. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Organ Restoration Fund

(108 McNeill Street, Carthage, North Carolina 28327) or Humane Society of Charlotte (2700

Toomey Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina 28203).

Online condolences may be expressed at www.forestlawnwest.com. The Porter Family has entrusted

their care to Forest Lawn West.