Dear Jackie and Krysta,

I am so sorry to hear of Steve's death and want to express my most sincere condolences to you and the family. He will be greatly missed and will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

Sincerely,
Ivan Piedrahita

I consider myself fortunate to have known Stephen not only as a colleague but as a dear friend. I always admired his knowledge in the industry and feel blessed to have worked alongside him for so many years. Even though we didn’t always work together we could always call each other and catch up and talk about the old times and the good times. Stephen was a dedicated, loyal, hard-working husband, father, coworker and friend. Even though these past several months we’re terrible for him I feel blessed to have had the time spent with him. I miss him dearly but I’m comforted knowing I will see my brother again someday. Until then, Rest In Peace mate. 

Steve was a true friend in this industry; it didn't matter who you worked for, he was always there with a kind word and smile. He was always willing to volunteer to help - even as his illness set in, he would still join our group on calls and provide input.  To his family - you don't know me, and you may not know many of his colleagues from the oil industry, but thank you for sharing him with us. It is clear that you all were his strength.

It was with great sadness and deep regret to learn of the passing of Stephen.
Stephen and I worked for many years as each other counterpart on two sides of the pond. He was my brother in arms and I could always count on him. Stephen was passionate about his work and always ready to help everybody. That made Stephen to be one of the most like-able persons in the inspection industry.
Stephen is gone far too young, too early and unjustified. 
Heaven is one star richer, we have lost one. I wish the family and friends strength with this great loss.
Stephen, it was a privilege to have known you and worked with you. Rest in peace, my friend.


Steven joined my karate club back in the early 1990's where he attained both a blue belt as well as the start of our lifelong friendship. 
33 years ago Cathy & I attended his marriage to Jackie but missed them both when they left the UK,  however we enjoyed listening to his many stories and adventures  whilst working abroad whenever visiting the UK again. We were in awe of Steve's achievements yet always he had his feet firmly on the ground with home and family being the most important, obviously so proud of  Jackie and Krysta.  More recently it was good to follow his  facebook posts, many of which showing photos of his patriotism  to his home country despite loving his life in Texas.
We cannot grasp what has happened, especially to the most hardworking, likeable, friendliest person you could wish to meet. We will miss Steve greatly and send our love to Jackie and Krysta, hoping in time they can look back on many happy memories.
R.I.P.  Steve.  You did not deserve this.
Remembered forever.

Pat & Cathy


Stephen was truly a kind, gentle person who cared deeply for others. No doubt he would give the shirt off his back to help another and expect nothing in return. He was dedicated to his family and his work, and not least of all his ranch and horses. I was always impressed by his high degree of integrity and honesty and can say that he was the most genuine person I have ever known.

There was a group of us during the Saybolt days that enjoyed lunch together almost daily. During those lunches we had many discussions of work and family with many laughs in between. Of course, we the Americans would tease Stephen about his English mannerisms and vocabulary. One word that always comes to mind is the way he pronounced aluminum, and I will forever repeat the way he did in my head. 

I will miss my conversations with Stephen about horsepower and how to maximize speed and torque, as he was as much of a motor head as I was from our youth. When he showed up with his Pontiac Firebird that motivated me to purchase a Camaro and then we were sharing speed stories in real time. It also became a competition to see who could get to work the earliest and obtain the most protected parking spot for our cars and get the first pot of coffee brewing. 

My heart and prayers go out to Jackie, Krysta and Clive as well as the extended family. Know that Stephen has many friends who are here to help you with anything you may need.

Cherishing all my great memories of Stephen and with Love to you all,

John Hein


I worked with Stephen on various API projects and committees over the last 5 years.  

Stephen was still committed to his contribution at late as Oct 2020. 

Stephen was a joy to be around, always friendly.  

Stephen my friend, you will be missed.  My condolences to Stephen’s family. 

Stephen,

You have always been a fine gentleman, it was a pleasure to meet you and talk to you at the Saybolt Area Managers meetings. Your wife and daughter have lost their most precious friend and hope God gives them the strength to carry on. I’m glad we kept in touch even though both of us left Saybolt.

Rest In Peace Stephen!

Susan
(Singapore)

 
I had known Steve since mid-90’s when I was employed by Inspectorate in Kuwait. In 1997, we started working together for Saybolt (also in Kuwait) for 3 years, until I retired. 

He phoned me in May of 2001 after almost a year of retirement asking me if I’m interested to work in the USA. The following January, I started working at Saybolt Folcroft in Pennsylvania. My accent was getting better, but from time to time he would ask me if the ship’s crew were Filipinos. I asked why, and Steve would respond jokingly, “because I’m having a difficult time understanding your English again!” 

Through the years, he had grown to like some Filipino food. He really liked “Chicken Adobo,” but Jackie would not allow him to cook it in their house because of the heavy smell of soy sauce and vinegar, so my wife, Tet, would cook it for him instead.

He was not only my boss but most importantly, a mentor and a very good friend. We had our last dinner together on 01/20/2020 in San Antonio. That was also the last time I saw him, hugged him, and shook his hand. Now you’re free from the pain and rests in the embrace of our Lord. Farewell my friend. 

I met Steve back in 2003 and worked closely with him on many business opportunities during our tenure at Saybolt. 
Steve was a hard worker, with a great attitude, spunky personality, and a true passion for providing great customer service. I know he worked very hard to provide the best life for Jackie and Krysta. He loved them, his job, and horses very much. Moonlighting as a Realtor, I remember spending many weekends together with the Porter Family during his transfer from San Francisco Bay Area to his final post in Houston when searching for the perfect piece of property to call home. It was during this time that I really got to learn more about Steve, Jackie, & Krysta and I must say, what a great family. 
Steve was truly a great friend to all of us and he will always be loved, never forgotten, and forever missed. Love ya pal, and see you on the other side. Rest In Peace. 

Steve was a gentleman. A description that is given to many but earned by a few. Steve earned it by always putting other peoples problems before his own. He did everything to the very best of his ability with fairness and honesty. Steve was a supporter of West Ham football club who’s club song is ‘I’m forever blowing bubbles’. I think that on this occasion the anthem of Liverpool is better suited ‘you’ll never walk alone’. 
Steve will be missed by all who knew him; I have lost a brother in law, a work colleague and a trusted friend. I have many memories of the times we spent together that will remain with me. You’ll never walk alone Steve. Rest peacefully. Peter J

So difficult for the family and friends still here on Earth, and although too soon, Stephen has reached that final destination we all strive for as Christians. 😇

I will always remember our daily luncheons at Saybolt and will never be able to eat Sushi without thinking about how MUCH Wasabi he would put in so Little soy sauce!!😝

Frank

I'm so sorry for your loss. I had the privilege to work with Stephen when he came to work at the Saybolt Philadelphia office. I had the utmost respect for him, he was truly a great person.  May you rest in peace Stephen and my prayers go out to Jackie and Krysta. 

Lonnie

I do not have the words to express the great sadness and feeling of loss at the passing of my great friend Stephen, he did not deserve the illness that took him in such a tragic way. Stephen was truly a gentleman in every sense of the word, he had time for everyone and was always there when you needed him. I first met Stephen in 1998 in Kuwait and our true friendship blossomed over the years even though we we went different ways. He always told me that his family were his greatest love and achievement. I am so sad that l was unable to see him and hold him in my arms prior to his passing over. Love you forever Stephen, rest in peace and god bless you 😓💗

I first met Steve in 2003, when I joined Saybolt East Coast and as a fellow Brit, we got on very well.  We spent time together later on the West Coast & finally Gulf Coast. He was truly one of Nature’s Gentlemen - always making time to assist our colleagues in every part of the Inspection Business.  He was very professional in all matters, drawing on his global experiences gained over the years with Saybolt. After I retired in 2015, we stayed in touch regularly and always had a good laugh together.
I shall really miss him, but over the last year, his suffering was evident and I’m sure he’s now in  a better place. Rest In Peace Steve - you were a great Pal. Cheers! Terry


Stephen and I first met working together at AmSpec.  It was such a pleasure to work with him on various API projects and trying to connect our US team with our International folks.  But all the time we worked together it wasn’t until 2 years ago I knew he was involved with horses and a ranch😁.  I never pictured Stephen that way until I joined a rodeo committee and he was teaching me about how to buy comfortable boots and a cowboy hat.  I didn’t wear those things and was surprised to hear Stephen so knowledgeable on the subject.  This wasn’t too long before all our worlds began to change.  Stephen was a fine man that brightened the room every time he walked in.  He was a mentor of mine and taught me to be a better man and father.  Thank you for sharing him with us, he made everyone and the world around him a better place.  He will always be with you and in your heart and the things he taught you will be passed down to your children and he will continue to live on.  He was proud of his family and he lives on through you.

I first met Steve as a customer to him in the laboratory business and knew him for several years. He worked at Saybolt at the time. He was a very gentile man and always willing to help. When I retired from CITGO Petroleum, I worked at AmSpec for a year, where I was joined by Steve shortly after I joined the company. He was always a very good person to speak with, very calming, and a sincere gentleman.

This world has lost a very fine human being who, in my opinion, set the standard for what we all want to be in life.

I am deeply saddened by the news of Stephen passing. I’ve worked with Stephen within two companies. Such a warm and kind personality. 
The industry is going to miss his knowledge and expertise.. 

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May my condolences bring you comfort, and may my prayers ease the pain of this loss. 

Warmest regards,

Younes 

To the Porter Family,
The world has lost a champion of all things good. He was a phenomenal man. I loved his sense of humor, and I miss having our personal and professional conversations.  He was a genuine person filled with compassion and empathy. He made me want to be a better person because he was a better person. Now who am I going to share my “English to English” sayings with? 
He always gave his best. He helped me and I only hope I was as helpful to him. Rest easy my friend.  I think about you often. This is tough! 
DeAnna 

I was fortunate enough to have known Steve for 18+ years, having worked with him at two companies and during several industry events. He was a very kind and gentle soul who cared about everyone he was always eager to meet. I learned so much from him during my time with him, not just industry related, but life as a whole. He will be truly missed by all those who were fortunate enough to be blessed with his friendship. 
On behalf of my family please accept our deepest condolences to his family and friends. He will always be cherished in the highest regards. 

I’d known Stephen for so many years, both from Middle East, UK and USA. I was lucky to work closely with him at both Saybolt and AmSpec, he was truly the nicest person I’ve ever known, he was a beautiful soul and was certainly a one off. 
It was a true privilege to have known him as a colleague and a good friend.  He was always first to offer a helping hand and was extremely passionate and dedicated to his work, and he was very good at it too.
He always spoke about how proud he was of Krysta and his family time. 
He was a such a great man who was genuinely loved by all the world over, never having a bad word to say about anyone, hardworking, driven and thoroughly fun to spend time with. 
He will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Passing away during this COVID pandemic means that so many of us were denied the opportunity to see him as much as we would of liked, but I’m sure he was well aware how highly and fondly he was held in everyone’s hearts.
Stephens’s suffering in his final months and days must have been horrible to endure, but it’s maybe little comfort that has finally come to an end. 
We all share such rich and fond memories of such a truly wonderful man. With his passing the world is a rather less colourful place for the rest of us. I’m sure we’ll meet up again in the future and we’ll be reminiscing once again with our travel stories of when we were oil workers in the Middle East. Rest in Peace Stephen, you were a fantastic bloke and an absolute friend.
God bless mate

You were truly a lovely man,have so many lovely memories of you,from Basildon Bakeries,and from sunblest,I was your merchandiser for quite a while,you were lovely to work for,happy,helpful,generous .and you and Jackie became close friends,I know that Jackie and Krysta will be lost without you,you will never be forgotten ,our Peter Pan.thoughts  are with the girls,love always.xxxxxx

This is a great picture of Steve, lovely choice. Steve was always a very kind and caring uncle who I have never heard raise his voice at anyone. It’s a terrible shame you had to leave before we could all meet again and I am very sorry for your suffering. I am only glad you are now at peace and I hope having a glass of something good up there with your parents looking down on us all.  Rest In Peace we will all miss you very much. Xxx

As a child riding in his Corvette to Southend and playing the slot machines just me and him. Getting ice creams and walking along the front. 
Helping us move house in his Sunblest van. 
The wonderful hugs and thoughtful words for support and love. Xxx

We were heart broken to lose Uncle Steve. He was the sweetest, most caring, and most friendly man. He treated me very well. He will be sorely missed. Until we meet again...

I never had the pleasure to meet your dad, Krysta.  But he raised a fine daughter.  So, he had to be a great dad! 

OBITUARY

Stephen Robert Porter

August 21, 1956 – January 25, 2021

Forest Park The Woodlands Funeral Home & Cemetery

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