The son of Italian-born parents, John Porco Sr. and Josephine Porco, John was brought into the world in Bronx, New York on August 30, 1937. John worked a multitude of jobs at Orchard Beach as well as a New York law firm while attending Fordham law school, where he graduated in 1962. With his law license in hand, he established his own practice at Barrister Hall in Carmel, NY. A well respected and beloved lawyer, Mr. Porco served as Assistant District Attorney in Carmel (1966-1973); Putnam County Attorney (1978-1979); Town Attorney, Town of Kent (1964-1974; 1979-1984); and Special Counsel, Town of Kent (1984-1989).
A fiercely loyal and doting husband, generous and supportive Father, loved by all, John would do anything for his family, friends and employees. John is survived by his bride of 63 years, Nannette D. Porco, his sister Dolores Leonard, his son John A. Porco, Jr., his daughter Catherine Porter, his daughter-in-law Kim Luzzi, his Grandchildren Anthony Porco, Evan Porco, Ruby Shivers, and Skyla Luzzi-Porco.
He was pre-deceased by his daughter, Jody Ann Porco.
John’s wishes were to be cremated.
His Funeral Mass will be held at St. John the Evangelist Church in Naples, Florida on Monday, August 5, 2024 at 10am.
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