November 1, 2017
November 1, 2017
I love you and miss you and miss you so much dad!
Matt
Matt
This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Terry Porter, 60, born on March 2, 1953 and passed away on June 30, 2013. We will remember him forever.
Terry was interred at Memorial Park Cemetary in Oklahoma City on November 29, 2013.
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June 30, 2017
June 30, 2017
Love you my dear man! Thank you for all the great memories and the 18 years we had together. I wouldn't have traded it for the world.
June 30, 2017
June 30, 2017
Four years ago today was the last time to see you. We miss you terribly. Again we say, you would be so proud of your boys, their wives, and your 5 grandkids. Time has not dimmed our memory of you....You are still special.....Love you, Mom & Dad
March 2, 2017
March 2, 2017
Happy 64th Birthday honey! Love you sweet man and miss you every day. Glad we had the time together we did. You will always hold a special place in my heart. As you said, "you buy your ticket, you take your chances." Glad I bought mine - we had a good ride!
March 2, 2017
March 2, 2017
I woke early today....as I did 64 years ago. Couldn't go back to sleep, as I couldn't 64 years ago. What a wonderful "present" we got. I guess I was hoping for the same thing this morning. Miss you...wish we could see you...hold you.... Love you a lot....Happy Birthday!!!! Mom & Dad
March 2, 2017
March 2, 2017
Birthday greetings Terry..you are much loved and missed by all!
March 2, 2017
March 2, 2017
Happy Birthday dad!
Love you,
Andrew
Love you,
Andrew
July 1, 2016
July 1, 2016
Terry you would love seeing how great Matt and Andrew are doing (and Olivia and Tiffany) and how cute and fun Cash, Will, Jack, Miles and Penelope are. I'm so thankful they still get to be a part of my life - only wish I could see them more and my biggest regret for you is that you don't get to be "Grandpa Terry" as I know you would have had a blast in that role. I know you are watching over all of us however. All your friends miss you dearly as well - but your "Terryisms" continue to be with us every day! Love you my sweet man. Shannon
July 1, 2016
July 1, 2016
Love and Blessings to all the Porter family
June 30, 2016
June 30, 2016
Dad,
I can't believe it's been 3 years. I love and miss you. Jack has your "what" saying down with the hands out. It reminds me of you every time he does it. Love you
I can't believe it's been 3 years. I love and miss you. Jack has your "what" saying down with the hands out. It reminds me of you every time he does it. Love you
June 30, 2016
June 30, 2016
I think God placed you and Shannon in my life Terry. It was only for a short season, but the memories I will cherish for a lifetime. I know you are eternal. I miss you. I think of you every time I see deer and only the 'Cinnamon Girl' understands that reference. ( : Lisa
June 30, 2016
June 30, 2016
This is the last day in 2013 we could talk to you, hold your hand, and kiss your cheek. We are so glad you left us Shannon. She is a treasure. You would be so proud of your boys and their boys, and that beautiful sweet Panelope...2 years old. We miss you. And, I am sure you sent our sweet Cooper (our dog) to us. He is as sweet as you are....and he has your same Birthday. He is as special and handsome as you, Love you, Mom & Dad
March 2, 2016
March 2, 2016
Happy Birthday to my dear Terry. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. At this point in our lives I thought we'd be traveling and you'd be gearing up for retirement in a couple of years. But, I do cherish all the fun times we had - just wish there were more. I love you!
March 2, 2016
March 2, 2016
Happy Birthday, my dear Son. As we say, we miss you terribly. It should get easier without you as time passes....but, doesn't happen. Many times things happen I want to tell Terry.... Well, Dad and I visit your final resting place frequently. Sometimes I think you have the prettiest flowers there. The pictures and comments here in this Memorial are wonderful remembrances. Well, wait for us, Sweetheart, I guess we will see you soon......Love you, Mom
March 2, 2016
March 2, 2016
Happy Birthday Dad! I miss you!
Love,
Andrew
Love,
Andrew
June 30, 2015
June 30, 2015
Dad,
I love you and miss you every day!
Love,
Andrew
I love you and miss you every day!
Love,
Andrew
June 30, 2015
June 30, 2015
Two years... sometimes it seems like yesterday, sometimes it seems like forever. Miss you so much, all the "Terryisms", things you knew that no one else does, your laugh... Wish you could be here to see how great the boys are doing and how beautiful and fun your grandkids are. But, hopefully you know... Love you!
June 30, 2015
June 30, 2015
Friends are part of your family you get to choose, a good friend is hard to find, hard to lose and impossible to forget. Miss you!
June 30, 2015
June 30, 2015
Hello, my Terry....have missed you every day and still wait for that phone call from you to let me know all is OK.... Two years have passed today since you left us. It was God's will to take you, but we wish you were here happy and healthy. Since we could not have you healthy, we had to let you go. I will see you before too long.....
Love you, Mom
Love you, Mom
March 2, 2015
March 2, 2015
Happy Birthday Terry................May the road go on forever and the party never end! We miss you and think of you often. Cheers my good friend!
March 2, 2015
March 2, 2015
Your second birthday without you. It should be getting easier, but I find it getting harder. I remember this day...your Birthday...What a special time...What a happy time. Miss you and love you so much...Mom
March 2, 2015
March 2, 2015
Happy 62nd Birthday my dear man. Love and miss you so much!
Forever yours,
Shannon
Forever yours,
Shannon
March 2, 2015
March 2, 2015
Well, another year has passed my friend. I think of you often. May you rest in peace. Marcus
March 2, 2015
March 2, 2015
Happy 62nd birthday dad...
I miss you.
Love,
Andrew
I miss you.
Love,
Andrew
June 30, 2014
June 30, 2014
Well, its been a year now, my friend. I have thought about you frequently over the last 12 months. "Gone to Soon" is certainly appropriate, I must say. But, you can be proud of the fact that Shannon has been your most ardent supporter. She has carried your torch proudly and been magnificent in her efforts to keep your memory alive. I know your boys proudly carry your legacy and your family their precious memories. You live on, my friend....YOU live on in the hearts of so many. We shall meet again.
May 11, 2014
May 11, 2014
My first Mother's Day without you, my Son....It has been a difficult year not having a phone call from you. Miss you, your smile, your caring, your kindness. Shannon has been a precious gift from you. Thank You. Until we meet again, Love you.....Mom
March 2, 2014
March 2, 2014
Happy Birthday Terry........Think about you often as so many times remind us of our good times together. We are keeping Shannon close in our thoughts as well and so happy we get to see her and talk about you every chance we get! We raise a glass or two for you today! We miss you!
March 2, 2014
March 2, 2014
Dad,
Happy 61st Birthday! I think about you everyday and l miss you! I love you.
Andrew
Happy 61st Birthday! I think about you everyday and l miss you! I love you.
Andrew
March 2, 2014
March 2, 2014
Happy 61st Birthday Terry. I love and miss you so much every day.
July 29, 2013
July 29, 2013
Terry touched my life in personal and professional ways and I am grateful to have known him.
July 23, 2013
July 23, 2013
We met on my first day of work at Continental Federal Savings & Loan in May, 1978, followed by stints at The Liberty Bank and beyond. But more than a working relationship, ours was a very special friendship that spanned 35 years. Our lives always seemed to mirror one another, creating a very special bond. Always and forever my friend. We shall meet again on the other side.
July 23, 2013
July 23, 2013
Thanks Terry for your great smile and wonderful attitude. Remembering you and the fun times with Stew's Crew. You will be missed and my prayers go out to your family and friends.
July 22, 2013
July 22, 2013
One of my fondest memories of Terry is every time Mustang Sally was sung/played. I will always remember Terry's dance moves to song and will forever perform them myself - who needs gangnam style - go old school with Ride Sally Ride! So to my friend Terry, I hope you are dancing in heaven and say "Ride Terry Ride", and thank you for loving my dear friend Shannon.
July 22, 2013
July 22, 2013
28 years is a long time to be friends with someone. Our friendship began August 5th 1985, when we started on the same day at Liberty Bank. You are the best boss I've ever had and truly one of my dearest friends. I will never forget your smile, humor and our laugh-out-loud good times.
P.S. Thanks for the stripper on my 30th Birthday!!!
P.S. Thanks for the stripper on my 30th Birthday!!!
July 17, 2013
July 17, 2013
I knew Terry before I met Ted. When we first started dating, I'm pretty sure Terry warned Ted that I was crazy. (Ted really should've listened to him) : )
Terry always made me laugh & Ted's stories about their adventures never fail to crack me up.
He will be missed, but never forgotten.
God bless.
Terry always made me laugh & Ted's stories about their adventures never fail to crack me up.
He will be missed, but never forgotten.
God bless.
July 17, 2013
July 17, 2013
Mabry and I have been talking about when y'all came and visited and brought her a stuffed monkey. And how Terry kept saying "moankay"! Then she asked about when y'all got married and I told her that she was there. I wished you could have seen her big smile! I've been looking for the picture to post of that but I can't find it. We loved Terry's sense of humor and we really miss him.
July 16, 2013
July 16, 2013
Well Terry, so long and God Bless you. I know that I missed out on knowing you as well as I would have liked. We did get to share some fun in Denver, and in OKC though, and I will always remember the great times and stories shared by our mutual friends. I just missed out on too much.
July 12, 2013
July 12, 2013
Seems like you always remember your first best friend. Terry and I were best buds growing up in Downey Ca . In the baby boomer 50's that meant there was always plenty of kids to play with, if you got in fight with one you could always move on to next kid down the block. But Terry and I always had special bond. When he moved it was like losing a brother. Godspeed Terry!
July 10, 2013
July 10, 2013
Terry's infectious smile had you from "hello"! There are things we don't want to happen but have to accept, things we don't want to know but have to learn, and people we can't live without but have to let go. Friends are part of your family you get to choose, a good friend is hard to find, hard to lose and impossible to forget. Terry-The road goes on forever and the party never ends! Love
July 9, 2013
July 9, 2013
Terry, in the short time we knew you your sense of humor and easy going nature were always welcome! What a gift to have known you through Craig and Ashley. Shannon, I want to thank you for being such an amazing woman-over the past seven years you have shown what commitment and unconditional love truly means-I admire you. Much love and our deepest sympathies, The Kaehlys
July 8, 2013
July 8, 2013
Thank you for sharing these beautiful pictures. They are amazing, and they show the loving, kind man he was. Terry had a positive energy about him, and he will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to you, Matthew, Andrew, Don and Phyllis, Karen, and Ellen.
July 7, 2013
July 7, 2013
I remember Terry from our street on Lowman ave. in Downey. He was our next door neighbor. We had so much fun as the Lowman ave gang. We had a surrey that we all rode up and down the street in. We had a wonderful time and life was great with the Porters next door. My prayers are with your family. Terry was truly a kind and caring person. Love Patti Churchill.
July 7, 2013
July 7, 2013
Terry, a loving husband, Shannon he loved you so much. A proud father, he was so proud of his boys and their families. Our boy never had an unkind word to say. Always flashing that winning smile! A great friend, always ready for the next adventure. We're all going to miss you buddy.
July 6, 2013
July 6, 2013
Terry was a kind, funny and generous man, we always enjoyed the time we would spend with him at a grapes party. He will be missed by so many. Thank you for loving my sweet friend Shannon.
I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. John 14:18
I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. John 14:18
July 5, 2013
July 5, 2013
Thanks my brother for always listening to me and saying exactly what you thought. I'll never forget the News Years Eve you kissed me and said I love you. I treasured our time together only hoped for more.
July 5, 2013
July 5, 2013
Shannon, I am proud to call you my friend. You are an incredible example of a loving and supportive wife. I agree with what both you and Pati said: You and Terry truly did make each other happy through the years. Please know Chris and I are thinking about you.
July 4, 2013
July 4, 2013
What a beautiful tribute to your best friend and husband. My heart aches for you and your entire family! I would like to make a donation to the research organization of your choice in Terry's name.
I pray that all of the happy memories you shared somehow ease the pain of your loss.
I pray that all of the happy memories you shared somehow ease the pain of your loss.
July 3, 2013
July 3, 2013
I love you Terry. You are my best friend and loving husband and you will forever be in my heart. We had some great times while they lasted and I could not have asked for anything more.
July 3, 2013
July 3, 2013
Such a wonderful man who made my friend/his beautiful wife, the rest of his family and countless others very happy and blessed to be a part of his life. I know he is smiling down now watching over you all. Until you meet again, love and blessings Porter Family.
July 3, 2013
July 3, 2013
Thanks Terry for making one of my best friends so happy over the years. You were always so funny and honest. I remember one time, driving up to PC, you were sitting in the back seat and listening to Shannon and I talk/gossip in the front seat and the funny quirps you had to interject at every chance. You will be missed.
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April 12
April 12
A little late for wishing you Happy Anniversary April 8. But, I was thinking of you and that wonderful Day I really got to know our Shannon. You made a wonderful choice. I truly miss you being here. Love you lots as always... Love, Mom
April 8
April 8
Happy 24th Anniversary! Remembering a beautiful spring day filled with lots of love and fun and surrounded by all our family and friends. I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful wedding or a more wonderful husband. I am proud to be a "Porter" and love that I still have your family in my life. Love and miss you always... Shannon
April 9, 2023
April 9, 2023
Happy 23rd Anniversary! I wish you were here to celebrate.... I just wish you were here! Still love you lots. Again, Thank You for introducing the family to Shannon. She is still a treasure. Love You, Mom
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Terry's memorial tree at Hudson Gardens in bloom
Terry's memorial tree plaque
Terry's memorial tree
Tulip meeting Terry
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From Kim Kauk of Stew's Crew
August 1, 2013
I played next to Terry for 10 plus years on the volleyball court. When the team would get in a funk and get frustrated and mad at each other, Terry was ALWAYS the one to do something crazy or say something to get us all laughing. He was so much fun to know and have on the team. We spent many a nights on the sand court and Stews Crew Deck and drank beer and told stories. His were some of the BEST. I really did not get a chance to get to know you very well Shannon but I am so impressed with how you stood by and took care of our friend. You are an amazing woman and god really blessed Terry and his family when he lead him to you.
From Craig Smith
July 17, 2013
When I think back of him before this affliction, I'll remember his love of my sister and the strong love and partnership they shared. I'll think of his love of the outdoors here in Colorado. The hikes, the bike riding, the golfing, and his volleyball team. My and Ashley's daughter, Claire always thought Terry was hilarious and they always went through this little act together when Claire was little and called each other Monkeys. Colorado won't be the same without him.
Shannon, if/when you need ANYTHING, call your baby brother. To Terry's parents, sons, sisters, and extended family and friends, The love between these two was extremely strong and caring. They made each other extremely happy and they both loved living in Colorado. I'll think of my friend Terry before every OU football and will imagine he's berating the umps/refs/OU coaches in OU victory and defeat.
If there is an afterlife, I'd like to think of him back as the Terry of old, playing volleyball with his visor on, opening a beer with his special flip-flops, and then settling in on his spot on the sectional to watch OU hang a half a hunnerd.
Lowman St Gang
July 10, 2013
by Gina Kean
This is the gang from Lowman St - Downey, CA - Terry is in front with the patch on his eye......great times!