"i am so sorry to hear this. paul was such a friendly man. always upbeat and talkative."
In loving memory of
Paul Thomas Porter
July 16, 2018
Paul Thomas Porter, age 64, of Quincy, went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 16, 2018, at 10:45 am in Quincy.
Paul was born April 27, 1954 in Rochester, New York, the son of Harry Porter and June Santiago Porter. He married Betty Jones on June 29, 2010 in Quincy. She survives.
He was known to everyone as a hard worker, and he loved his job at the Golden Coral. Paul enjoyed drawing and riding his bicycle. He was also a strong believer in the Lord, whom he loved with all his heart.
In addition to his wife, Betty, Paul is survived by five step-children: Rodney (Debra) Jones of Quincy; Kevin Ridings of Hannibal, MO; Bobby (Jackie) Ridings of Rolla, MO; Tina (Steve Flores) Bolton of Peoria, AZ; and Bettymarie (Robert) Gallaher of Quincy; 17 grandchildren; one great grandchild; a brother, Guy Porter of Atwater, CA; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, and a sister.
Services: 2:00 pm Friday, July 20, 2018 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, with Pastor Todd Hastings officiating.
Burial: Quincy Memorial Park, Quincy, Illinois
Visitation: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thursday July 19, 2018 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home
Memorials: to the family for funeral expenses.
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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"Paul always made me smile and laugh. He had an amazing talent for drawing and just making a day brighter. Betty and family, I'm sorry for your loss."
"To Betty You are like a grandma to me I love you so much you are the best u work with my mom"
"Paul was and amazing hard working man. I know Paul since I got here a year ago. He was my ged buddy any time I need help with my work I know I could go to him ... I helped Paul get a job at Golden Corral right after him and I where in ged class together and he said he need a job but was having trouble ... such and amazing man Paul you will be missed by many people"
"My daughter brooklyn used to work with Paul he is a really good guy"
"Dear Betty and family, I got to know Paul from him coming in to Burger King. We would visit and he would show me his drawings. I would also help him with his tablet when he had a problem. Paul was a special person and the world lost a good man. When he couldn't get a ride to work I would take him from Burger King to Golden Corral. One day he made a drawing of me and I was very impressed with it. All of the BK employees had to come out and see the drawing and they thought it was great. I am disabled and have a lot of trouble walking so it is quite doubtful that I will be able to make it to the visitation or funeral, but please know that my prayers for Paul's Soul and that God will comfort and strengthen you are being lifted up for you. God Bless You."
"Not only was Paul Porter my stepdad he was my friend. He was the most caring loving sweetest considerate funny talented guy I know and I'm going to miss him immensely. Now He can Go Fly with the angels now hugs and kisses loves and wishes I miss you bunches!!!?"
"So sorry for your loss Betty. I would see Paul most mornings at Hardees on 12th and Locust and he would always be excited to tell me about you, and his job and he was always writing or reading. Eli and I will miss seeing him. Praying for you and your family."
"Dawn Churchill just wants to say I am sorry for your lose"
"Yes he was a good man I remember him from McDonald's he always a had a smile on his face my condolences go out to the family."
"I just lost my husband too.your husband sounds like s very fine man. You will learn that no one understands your pain unless you have gone through it. There is a group of people who meet once a week for dinner. It is not a therapy group. We eat and talk. They are all very supportive and they? get it? you can talk or not. That?s all up to you. If you ever want to learn more, email me at barb.wehmer@ gmail.com, or even you just want to talk. If I can help in any way possible. I am so sorry for your loss."
"Very nice man he came in where I work I got to know him. We will miss him at McDonald's by the mall. My prayer to his family."
"Betty and family, May God comfort your family. Cindy and Mark Mason."
"Sorry for his family's loss sending prayers"
"We will miss you Paul your in a much better place we love you"
"Betty, So sorry to hear about Paul. You are in my prayers."
"Rest in Peace my dear friend. Fly as an eagle."
"Betty and family we are so sorry for your loss. Paul was such a sweetheart. I don?t think he ever met a stranger. He will be so missed by his Bethel family. Hugs and prayers to you"