River Hebert - Family and Friends are sad to say farewell to Harry "Skip" Porter who passed away on January 3rd, 2011. Born on Sept 18, 1940 he was the only son of the late Mary (Mamie) Porter, River Hebert. Harry was born and lived in River Hebert all his life and was well known by everyone in the community. He lived a simple life style of service to others having cared for many. He loved music and was a great fan of country western music, this passion increased his knowledge of many famous singers and song writers. He loved to sing and whistle. He never took an art lesson but was able to create fun and beautiful drawings of common characters. He saw beauty in the common every day things and would capture that using coloured pencils. His art is his legacy to the world. All art supplies were given to him by family and friends. Harry gave his art away because he felt it was a gift to him to give to others. His drawings can be found in many homes and were often gifts to children. Harry Porter's art is a unique story of generosity at its best. It was the wish of Harry that his art would be used to benefit his favorite charities. The directors will establish "The Holy Whistlian"
art collections with details to be announced in the very near future. He is survived by his Aunt Melba McLaughlin, cousins Frank and Heather Wood, John Wood, Melba and Carl Meredith, David and Doreen Wood, as well as many other cousins outside of the Maritimes. Harry was predeceased by his mother Mary (Mamie) Porter, Uncles Charles, Jack and James; Aunts Dorothy Wood, Laura Mosley, Rhona Halliday, and Ellen Williamson. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Furlong Jones Funeral Home, 70 Church St., Amherst (902-667-8777). A celebration of Harry's life will take place on Friday, January 7, 2011 at 2 pm at the River Hebert United Church. A graveside service will take place in the spring.
Special thanks and appreciation is extended to the nurses, doctors and staff of the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre for their wonderful care and exceptional kindness. Those wishing to make donations in Harry`s memory may do so to the Cancer Society or charity of your choice.
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