William Charles “Butch” Porter Sr., age 73 of Farmington, WV passed away on Friday, April 10, 2020 at United Hospital Center. He was born March 10, 1947 at Rosedale, WV, a son of the late John Edward Porter Sr. and Betty Lee Shenal. He was also preceded in death by one son, William Charles “Billy” Porter II; a brother, Robert Porter; and a favorite uncle, Tom Sawyer.
Butch is survived by his wife, Karen Sue Hibbs Porter of Farmington with whom she was married to for 50 years; a son, Chuck Porter and wife Jacquie of Farmington; a daughter, Anna Porter of Farmington; a brother, John Edward Porter Jr. and wife Carol; a sister-in-law, Debra Porter of Arizona; grandkids, C.J. Porter of Mannington, Bryanna Waddell of Farmington, Matt “Bubby” Orloff of Farmington, and Roger Cogar; several nieces and nephews; and two cousins he considered like sisters, Debbie Malone of Shinnston and Lisa Bauer of Wisconsin.
Butch retired from CONSOL having worked at Robinson Run Mine for 38 ½ years as an underground coal miner. He was a member of the UMWA. He enjoyed camping in Buckhannon, woodworking and riding his side-by-side.
There will be no public visitation or funeral services. Private viewing and graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will follow at the Porter Family Cemetery in Farmington. On-line condolences may be left for the family and www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com or the funeral home facebook page. Masters Funeral Home in Mannington has been placed in care of the final arrangements.
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I am so sorry for your loss....prayers for comfort and peace
Deepest condolences to the family. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you.
Positive thoughts and strength to all of the family.
I will miss Butch he was some one who was always fun and was always ready to help others RIP
Prayers for your family at the loss of your loved one, R.I.P Butch.
Terribly sorry for your loss, Uncle Butch was a wonderful person, and always made me laugh, wish I would have gotten to spend more time with him, prayers for you all and I love you all ❤️
im so sorry about Butch if their is anything y0u need or just to talk call me
Our hearts are filled with great sorrow. Butch was a great man. He was always quick to make you smile and laugh. So thankful that he’s no longer suffering, but what a tragic loss. Our hearts are with you!
My heart is breaking with the loss of Butch. I know how hard it is to lose your husband, father, brother, friend like this. Please know my prayers are with you all hoping that you can find healing and acceptance. I loved Butch. He was a good brother-in-law and we had a lot of fun over the years. I will miss seeing him when I make trips home. Love you guys.
My thoughts and prayers to Sue and the Porter family...Butch was man who helped a lot of people... You will be missed.
Mike Dreager, NJ
So so sorry to here this.. Sending lots of love, hugs an prayers.. If you need anything just let us know
You are in our thoughts and prayers
So sorry for your loss. Butch was a great guy and we both have many great memories of him. Prayers for your family.
So sorry Karen Sue for you and your family. If there's anything I can do, just let me know. I will be praying for you Sweetie.
miss you daddy you was and will be my forever hero.i know your up there watching over us and your at peace.my heart is broken .
I am so sorry for your families loss.
Prayers for you all and may Butch RIP
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So sorry for the losses your family has had in the past week. If yanynof you need anything, don't hesitate ❤️
A Man of strength compassion and Love May his memories And strength from our Father carry you through these trying times
Condolences to the family
So sorry to hear this. Please accept my deepest condolences. I pray for peace for all the family.
My heart is heavy with sadness . I wish all of the family my prayers . Butch was a great person . he would help anyone. he was a hard worker . and someone who could bring a smile to your face . All of the family makes you feel like part of their family. God Bless .
So sorry for your loss. keeping you family in my prayers.
Sue, I know your heart is broken. Mine aches for you. So glad we got to see you and Butch at FGH. Love, Debbie
Sue I"m sorry to hear about Butch , a very ni ce and descent person , he will be sorly missed !
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.
Oh dad how I miss you and I will miss you til I see you again.i will do my best to take care of mom and make you proud of me
Saddened to hear of Butch's passing. Keeping you in my prayers.
so sorry for your loss, knew butch from camp at middlefork , such a great guy always and smile and a wave prayers for all his family pat and chuck marcou he will be riding that side by side in heaven
I was sorry to learn of Butch's passing. I was his mother's first cousin. All three boys were fine, hard working guys. I send prayers and good thoughts to all the family members.
My heart has no words to say that can make this better. We will be praying for you all.. If I can help in anyway please let me know. You all will always be family to me. Love Jenny