Beverly Porter
December 28, 1941 - January 03, 2025
Obituary
Madison-
Beverly A. “Bev” Porter, age 83, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025. She was born on December 28, 1941, in Madison, the daughter of Ernest S. and Viola (West) Johnson. Bev graduated from Madison East High School in 1960, where she met her beloved husband, Charles W. “Chuck” Porter, Sr., at a senior party that year. They were married on January 12, 1963. Together they raised two sons. Bev retired from American Family Insurance after many years of service.
Bev enjoyed her morning coffee clutch with her dear friends at McDonald’s. She also cherished her Tuesday lunches with her nieces and nephews. Bev had many yearly traditions that she enjoyed including trips to the apple orchard and stopping for cheese, rides on the Merrimac Ferry and attending local lutefisk dinners. Most of all, her grandchildren were her life. Spending time with her 4 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren brought her the greatest joy.
Bev is survived by her two sons, Charles (Cheryl), and Dennis (Kathy); grandsons, Vaughn (Nicole Schmitgen), Christian (Kaitlin), Kyle and Chase Porter; 2 great-grandsons, Silas and James Porter and one great-grandchild on the way; brother, Ernest “Sonny” Johnson; sister, Betty (Joe) Gervasi; her beloved dog, Hunter and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Porter, Sr.; her parents; siblings, Marge (Ed) Skolaski, Dianne (Jerry) McIntyre and Lynda Hollis; and sister-in-law, Shirley Johnson.
A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2024, at Ryan Funeral Home, 2418 N. Sherman Avenue. Private family burial will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park.
The family wishes to thank the staff at St. Mary’s Hospital and Dean Health for their continued care over the years, especially these last few months.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Shriner’s Children’s.
To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.
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Claire Houterman
Other • 4 months ago
Claire Houterman planted 5 trees in memory of Beverly A. "Bev" Porter . - January 08, 2025
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Kathy & Deb Holm
Other • 4 months ago
We are so sorry for your loss. 🙏❤️ Kathy and Deb Holm
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Julia Killian
Other • 4 months ago
I'm so sorry. I know it's hard to find comfort right now. You know I was always close with your parents and loved them both deeply. Over the past few years, spending time with your mom was always a pleasure. She had a sharp wit and a wonderful sense of humor. She loved you all fiercely—she was so proud of her sons, daughter-in-laws, grandsons and great-grandsons! She always spoke highly of you and was so proud of your accomplishments. She was really looking forward to Vaughn and Nicole's wedding and the birth of great-grand baby number 3. (She was sure it's a boy) I love you all very much. Julia Killian
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Christy Russell
Other • 4 months ago
I always enjoyed seeing Aunt Bev! She was always sweet to me and I liked that! I am so glad I got to go out to lunch with her and others a few months ago! She is now with our Lord and her family who have passed. Love and memories are in my heart!!
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Nancy Helgesen Lyons
Other • 4 months ago
Dennis and Chuck, we remember your mom fondly, knowing her as we grew up across the street from one another. She was always gracious and loving towards everyone. We are sorry for your loss and send our sympathies and prayers. Love Nancy and Jeff Lyons and Juanita Webb.
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Steve and Nancy Bruns
Other • 4 months ago
With gratitude to have known Bev for a very long time. She was always friendly and supportive of her friends and family. Appreciated the occasional "half a sandwich" Nancy brought back from the lunches she shared with Bev. Bev loved her restaurants and enjoyed all the people who joined her throughout the years. A kind women who left her mark on many, rest in peace.