Dorothy Porter

Porter Dorothy Alice - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy "Dot" (Owens) Porter on April 5, 2014 in her 95th year, wife of the late James Porter. She was born in Saint John and was a daughter of the late Tom and Mildred (Mitchell) Owens. Dot was a volunteer and member of the Salvation Army Church for 64 years. She received a Certificate of Merit from the Saint John Fire Department this year for her years of commitment to volunteering. In addition to her parents and husband, Dot was predeceased by brothers: Herbie, Gordon and Joseph and her sister: Helen. She is survived by brothers Tom and Lloyd (Kay), many nieces and nephews and her special niece: Kelly (Owens) Moore and her sons: Joey, Charles and Jory who Dot fondly referred to as her boys. Dot will be affectionately remembered by many for her time as a Cub Scout leader and will be sadly missed by all. A memorial service will be held on Saturday April 12, 2014 at 1pm from The Salvation Army, 27 Prince Edward Street. Interment will take place in Ocean View Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Fitzpatrick’s Funeral Home, 100 Waterloo Street (634-1965). Donations to the charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family and can be made online at www.fitzpatrickfh.com