Myrtle Kathleen Porter

Myrtle Kathleen Porter, 96, of Halifax, passed away April 6, 2023, at Northwood Manor, Halifax Campus. She was the daughter of the late James and Jessie (Beauchamp) Matthews. Myrtle was predeceased by her loving husband, Max, sisters Violet, Julie, Ethel, Inez, brothers Cyril, Donald, Ambrose, Albert, Clifford, nephew Clifford, and niece Pam. Myrtle was born in Burgeo, Newfoundland, on April 13, 1926.

She left her beloved hometown in her early 20’s to relocate to Halifax. She retired in the early 90’s from a long career at Sears Halifax. Myrtle was a faithful parishioner and dedicated volunteer at the old Trinity Anglican Church, which was located in downtown Halifax. Anyone who knew Myrtle knew she was a kind, selfless, and humble individual who loved helping others, and who always put others before herself. She was an avid card player, a terrific baker, and an even better friend.

Myrtle deeply loved her brothers and sisters, and her extended family. She is survived by many nieces and nephews, across Canada and in the United States, who thought the world of their Aunt Myrtle. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and caregivers at Northwood Manor, who have taken such great care of Aunt Myrtle for the past 10 years.

Visitation will take place at 10:00am, Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at Trinity Anglican Church, 321 Main Avenue, Halifax, followed by the funeral service at 11:00am with the Rev. Benjamin Lee officiating. Following the church service, internment will take place at Fairview Cemetery, 3720 Windsor St, Halifax. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Trinity Anglican Church, the Alzheimer’s Society of Nova Scotia, or a charity of choice.