Dr. John Henry Porter, Jr. Obituary in Spartanburg at J.W. Woodward Funeral Home

Obituary For Dr. John Henry Porter, Jr.

Dr. John Porter, Jr. entered eternal rest on April 1, 2024. He was married to Errie Marie Bobo,
and was the son of the Late John Henry Porter, Sr., and Ida Ruth Smith Porter.

At an early age he joined Holden Chapel Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, SC. He was a
graduate of Foster’s Grove High School. He attended Spartanburg Technical College and Claflin College. He received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in 1977.

Dr. John Porter served in the US Navy. As a serviceman, he received the Meritorious Unit
Commendation and the National Defense Service Metal, both in 1971.

He served as an Associate Professor of Clinical Sciences at Sherman College of Chiropractic for forty-one years, after joining the faculty in 1979. He received, from Sherman College the
distinction of Distinguished Professor Emeritus. He received numerous achievement awards as an associate professor, including faculty member of the year. Dr. John Porter retired from Sherman College of Chiropractic in 2020.

Dr. John Porter was the owner of the Porter Chiropractic Clinic. He was the second black
chiropractor in Spartanburg, SC. He opened his first clinic in 1981. He relocated to a larger
clinic on Kennedy Street.

Dr. John Porter has been a national and international speaker of chiropractic techniques. Dr.
John Porter has been a member of the International Chiropractic Association, Palmetto State
Chiropractic Council, Federation of Straight Chiropractors Organization, the Chiropractic
Federation, and the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.

As amazing as he was a Doctor of Chiropractic, he was an incredible Husband, Father,
Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, and Cousin. Left to cherish fond and loving memories are: his
loving wife of 50 years; his loving and dedicated children, Michael (Shevelle) Porter, Dr. Princess (Ralph) Porter-Fowler, and Jennifer (Michael) Porter-Lee all of Spartanburg, SC; his
grandchildren, Brenden Porter of Asheville, NC, Alyssa Lee of Greenville, SC, Avery Porter, Zoe
Fowler, Xander Fowler, Harper Lee and Hayden Lee of Spartanburg, SC; his siblings, James
(Barbara) Porter, Roberta T. Porter, Minister Shirley (Ray) Posey, Eddie (Robin) Porter, Dr.
Janice Porter, Rhonda Porter, Joyce Porter, Alisa (Joel) Rupe, and Comic Porter; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends with fond memories of his journey.

He was preceded in death by: his siblings, Charles Porter, Willie Porter, Fred Porter, Minister Ida Mae Hogue, and Tyra Porter.

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. VIsitation will follow from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the chapel.

A Celebration of Life of Dr. John H. Porter, Jr. will be held on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. Burial with Military Rites will be in the Heritage Memorial Gardens, 3901 S. Church St., Roebuck, SC. Livestream will be available via Facebook on the TEEFERGUSONREPORT.

In lieu of flowers, donate to the Dr. John H. Porter, Jr. Scholarship at Sherman College.
www.sherman.edu/porter

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James Gordon sent Mixed flowers in a handled basket for Dr. John Henry Porter, Jr. - April 05, 2024

Rest in Peace Cousin.
Rick and Wendy Gordon, Randallstown, Maryland

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My condolences and love goes out to the family of Mr. John H Porter. From the Bobo family

Our heartfelt Condolences and Sympathy goes out to the Porter family.May God give u'll comfort and strength. DOT GLENN SMITH and HOPE SMITH

We started out on this journey years ago. There's still lots of work too be done Only thing that have changed you will be be in " Heaven " helping out

My friend we started out on this journey years ago. Your death have not stopped anything there's still lots of work to be done only thing you will be guiding me from ""HEAVEN" Guy Vernon Tanner

To the Family of Dr. Porter, we are deeply saddened by his passing. "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit," Psalms 34:18. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted," Matthew 5:4. Words cannot fully express our deepest sympathies. Yet, God promises in Revelation 21:4 that He will wipe away every tear, and death will be no more, nor mourning, nor crying, nor pain, for the old order of things has passed away. May you find solace and peace in the Word of our Lord. Trust in Him. The hurt and loss you feel now are profound, but we hold onto the Blessed Hope. The day is near when we will all be reunited at the return of our King and Savior, Jesus Christ. At last, home. Rest in peace, Doc. Respectfully and sincerely, Mr. and Mrs. Richard & Dianne Furtek

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Condolences and prayers 🙏🙏🙏 to the Porter and Bobo families in your loss of a love one. Trudy Woodruff

Our deepest sympathy to the Porter Family. May God keep you.
Frankie Williams Famiy

Dr. Porter was one of my teachers at Sherman College. He always had a story to tell. Some stories were from his time that he was in the Navy. Had a mischievous smile on his face. He really liked jokes. Prayers for the family during this difficult time. Cindy and Dr. Jim Kington.

To the family, I offer my deepest condolences for the passing of John Henry. From your Cincinnati family, with love! Your cousin Sheila Griffin Eiland

Princess I am praying for you and your family. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Paula Foster

My sincere condolences to the family. You are in my prayers. Marilyn Riser-Jones

My sincerest condolences. Sincerely Mrs Sylglenda Sazlru, Dr Beleda Saziriu, Dr Tiriza Saziriu , Nomonde , Nandi and Nazan Saziriu.

To the family of Dr. John Porter. We are deeply sorry for your loss during this difficult time of sorrow. We are praying that God will continue to give comfort, peace and strength to you all today and forevermore...Monica & Family

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I am sorry for the loss of your dear brother Jonn! My prayers go out to you and your family...May God strengthen you through your journey. Love June Mings

To John's family, My deepest sympathy. John was a great friend for many years. We worked together and even traveled together. He will be missed by many. May God comfort you during this difficult time. Dr. Leroy Moore

To the Porter Family, we extend our deepest sympathy at this time. Praying that God bless you with His strength, comfort,and peace. Love, Wayne and Donna Canty Thomas.

Prayers for Strength during this time of sorrow, may the joyful memories and love strength you. LaChristian and Bamion Porter🙏❤️

My deepest condolences to the Porter family during this time of loss. Love Ella Spears Jennifer and Jade Kennedy Spears

My condolences to the Porter family, may God give you strength and comfort during this time of bereavement.
Renee Gray

Praying for the family. The Jeter & BLack family.

May God Bless the family of Dr. John Porter with his uncommon favor, health and healing during this time of bereavement! I recall the fondest of memories of Dr. Porter, who always met you with a smile, was always eager to talk about his children and wife. I taught Jennifer, who is one of my all time favorite students. Jennifer has always been respectful, smart, and generous. Jennifer often spoke of her love and admiration of her dad. Princess was also a smart, intelligent, and caring young lady as well. Ladies, hold your head up, joy in knowing that you sincerely, honored your dad, and as his journey home has begun, his love, and adoration for you will live on in you and your children forever. It was indeed an honor and pleasure to have known him, and to have taught you during my life span in education. You ladies are blessed to have had a jewel of a dad as your dad. You are blessed and highly favored to have had a servant of God, who chose to make such an investment, God-filled, Servant of God, and Accepted God's Talent to heal his brother. Dr. Porter Take Your Wings and Rest In Peace Until God Returns To Receive Us On That Great Day!!! Lots of Love and Best Wishes From The Clowney Family!

Mrs. Rhonda and family, you are in our prayers. God bless and comfort you. 🙏🏾 Lillian & Sherrie Jeffries

I will continue to lift this beautiful family in prayer! Margarette Bell Miller

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