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1920
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2014
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Pauline Porter Obituary
She was born in Carroll County, Va., on Nov. 15, 1920, to the late Anderson and Fannie Hanks Dickens.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Philip Porter; one brother, Rennie Dickens; and sisters, Verna Dickens, Ima Dickens Felts, Ila Dickens Felts and Iver Dickens, infant.
Survivors include her sons and spouse, Ronald Philip and Sharon Porter and Terry Joe Porter all of Galax, Va.; five grandchildren and spouses, Chris and Karen Porter of Hillsville, Va., Kerri Porter of Galax, Va., Rachel Porter, Rhiannon and John Hunter and Zachary Porter, all of Johnson City, Tenn.; one step-grandson and spouse, Justin and Candace Iroler of Hillsville, Va.; five great-grandchildren, Rachel Claire and Ryann Cate Hunter of Johnson City, Tenn., and Angelica, Philip and Allison Porter, all of Hillsville, Va.; two step-great-grandchildren, Catrina and Carson Iroler of Hillsville, Va.; brothers and spouse, Walter and Clyde Dickens of Monroe, N.C., and Cecil Dickens of Galax, Va.; sister-in-law, Gerry Perkins of Tucson, Ariz.; and several nieces and nephews.
Pauline graduated from Coal Creek High School.
She was a member of the Asbury United Methodist Church where she played piano for a number of years. She also attended First United Methodist Church of Galax. She was employed by Roses's store for 30 years.
The funeral service was held Saturday, May 31, 2014, at 11 a.m. in the Oakland United Methodist Church with the Rev. Tim Smith and the Rev. Richard Gregory officiating. Burial followed in the Oakland Cemetery. The family received friends Saturday from 10 a.m. until time for the funeral service at the Oakland United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Oakland Cemetery Fund.
A guestbook is available online at www.vaughanguynn.com.
Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home was in charge of handling arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Pauline Porter
June 3, 2019
Pauline Porter was one of the most special people in my life. Anything you did for her, however small, was greatly appreciated. She always had a smile, a hug, a word of encouragement. I lived next door to the Porter's for many years, and took care of their yard all of that time.It seemed to make her happy to have the yard nicely manicured. It was a pleasure to do for someone who was always so happy with what you did. She was sort of a guardian angel who looked out for me in her own way. She will never be forgotten, and I will always be grateful for the presence of this wonderful woman in my life. GLENN RUDY
Glenn Rudy
June 24, 2014
I only received word of Pauline's passing recently. She was my neighbor and friend for many years. It was my grandfather that married her and Phil in August of 1942 in Galax.
The passing of Phil and Pauline Porter is a tremendous loss to anyone who knew them and a tremendous personal loss for myself. I held them in the absolute highest esteem I know how to hold another person. Theirs was a 71-year love story and they lived their lives in a manner we should all try to emulate.
I could not have asked for a better friend than I had in Pauline. She was always ready to listen and support, always greeted you with arms wide open, and always grateful for anything you did, however small it may have been.
Living next door for so many years, then being in Sparta, I rather felt like I had a guardian angel in Pauline. She will be sorely missed, and gratefully remembered, as will Phil.
The world is a lesser place without this wonderful couple. I am grateful to have been blessed with their acquaintance and presence in my life for so long.
Louise Goad-Thompson
May 31, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the family. I remember Ms Porter from Asbury Methodist Church. I loved her so much.
Michael Bowers
May 31, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the family. I worked with Pauline at Roses for many years. Phill and Pauline were both very special to me.
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Verlin & Katie Bowman
May 31, 2014
We're so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious loved one. May your happy memories soon help heal your broken hearts. God bless you all.
Richard& Brenda Workman
May 30, 2014
Ron, Sharon, Terry, Kerri & family, We are so very, very sorry to hear of another loss in your family...your precious mother and grandmother. Please know you are very much in our thoughts during this heartbreaking time in your lives.
Jeanne Webb
May 30, 2014
Kerri and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you all during this time. Cherish your great memories. She is now with God and he will take GREAT care of her. I know she was a great person with all Kerri shared about her. She was a ROCK! (everyone could lean on). May God bless always!
Love Jeanne and Mike Webb
Doris Carpenter
May 30, 2014
My deepest sympathy in the loss of Pauline. I am hoping that you can find comfort in the fact that She is with her Beloved Phillip..
Doris White Carpenter
Ruth Hall
May 30, 2014
Ron and Family,
Sincere sympathy in the loss of your Mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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