Alva W. Porter
August 18, 1940 - November 16, 2021
Alva W. Porter, age 81, of Eastlake, passed away November 16, 2021. He was born in Northfield, OH, on August 18, 1940, to the late Alva S. and Gertrude Porter (nee Mills). He was a proud and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who will be greatly missed by many. Alva proudly served in the US Marine Corps. He was a machinist at Picker International of 24 years. He also was a Volunteer Fire Fighter and enjoyed golfing in his free time when he resided in Florida for 14 years. Alva is survived by his cherished wife of 53 years, Linda Porter, children Earl Rix, Linda (David) Reaville, Dianna (John) May, Mike (Sue) Porter, Tom Porter, Dawn (Steve) Sherman, Kim (Jon) Pike, Beverly (Joe) Gladin, and Tina (Tom) Studniarz, 22 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren and sister Elaine (Ed) Hoisington. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at noon at Knollwood Cemetery, 1678 Som Center Road, Mayfield Hts, OH 44124.
Alva W. Porter, age 81, of Eastlake, passed away November 16, 2021. He was born in Northfield, OH, on August 18, 1940, to the late Alva S. and Gertrude Porter (nee Mills). He was a proud and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather,... View Obituary & Service Information