Bob was born July 4, 1938 in Russell to William R. Porter and Lillian E. Brown. He was predeceased by his parents, his brother Don, his father-in-law, George Barteaux, and his brother-in-law, Jim Watson. Bob is survived by his wife Donna, and daughters Amy, Dianne, and Jessica (Mark) and granddaughter Nova, his mother-in-law Ida, his sister, Betty and sister-in-law, Corrine. The private family memorial service will be held Oct. 8 from the Birtle Cemetery with Rev. Elaine Dixon officiating.