Charles Ray

Porter

Charles Ray Porter son of the late Gladys Johnson Porter and Wendell Porter Sr. was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on February 26, 1950. He departed this life at his residence in Ellington, Missouri, surrounded by his family on March 12, 2016, at the age of 66.

On January 24, 1970 in St. Louis, Missouri, Charles was united in marriage to Cecelia Wallace and to this loving union two children were born. Charles was a member of the Light House Temple Church. Charles' life revolved around being a reflection of his Heavenly Father…the hands and feet of Jesus Christ. He never met a stranger and always had a smile on his face. His joyful personality and witty sense of humor made him a friend to many. Bible studies, devotionals, prayer, praise and worship were part of his daily routine. Charles was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved going to the movies and spending time with family and friends. He thoroughly enjoyed taking walks to admire God's handiwork and shared his love of nature with his grandchildren. His job with Whole Health Outreach following his retirement in 1999 as a Teamster with Consolidated Freightways, was a perfect combination of his favorite things.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Wendell and Gladys Porter.

Charles is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Cecelia Porter of Ellington, Missouri, one daughter, Melissa Bosch and husband Keith of Cairo, Missouri, one son, Scott Porter and wife Nicole of Jefferson City, Missouri, six grandchildren, Meagan, Clayton and Trevor Bosch, Silas and Marshal Porter and Sydney King, two brothers, Wendell "Pete" Porter and wife JoAnn of Troy, Missouri, Ralph Porter and wife Judy of Festus, Missouri, two sisters, Pamela Walter of Sparta, Illinois, Paula Moenkhaus of Denis of Ankeny, Iowa. Charles will be deeply missed by his family and many friends who will mourn his passing.

Visitation: Monday, March 14th 5 to 8 PM

Funeral Services: Tuesday, March 15th at 10 AM at McSpadden Funeral Home

Ministers: Pastor, Terry Hogan, Geraldine Rains and Sister Rita Schonhoff

Burial: Morris Cemetery

Pallbearers: Marshal Porter, Silas Porter, Clayton Bosch, Trevor Bosch, Rodney Johnson, Richard Mattler, Dale Porter, Mike Porter and Devin Broderick.

Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Home, Ellington, Missouri

In lieu of flowers: Donations may be made to Whole Health Outreach