Passed away peacefully on December 29th, 2017 at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in his 89th year. Predeceased by his wife Mary “Vonnie” Porter (2007). Cherished step father to Mary Westlake of Hensall and Floyd Westlake of Exeter. Dear step grandfather of Shannon (Bill) Romph of Exeter, Cheyenne (Dan) McClinchey of Hensall, 2 great granddaughters and 4 great grandsons. Predeceased by his parents Jason and Aleda Porter. Survived by his siblings Bev and Lorna Porter of Bramalee), Carol Hamilton of Owen Sound, Don and Shelia Porter of Owen Sound and Ron and Lynne Porter of Oxenden. Ernie will be missed by 8 neices and nephews and dear friends Larry and Michele Gaynor and family. Friends will be received at the McCallum and Palla Funeral Home (11 Cambria Road North, Goderich) on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 from 2 – 4 p.m. and 7 – 9 p.m. With a Lions Service beginning at 8:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at 1 p.m. in the funeral home Chapel. Memorial donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
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Dennis Flavell
I am sorry to hear about the passing of Lion Ernie. I have known him since the 80s and always found him to be an interesting person to talk to. On behalf of all the Lions in District A9 (Goderich Lions Club District) I pass on our condolences to his family. I am very disappointed that I could not attend the Lions service for Lion Ernie. He will be missed. Lion Dennis Flavell, District Governor, A-9.
Val Bendig
I am so sorry to hear of Ernie’s passing; I worked with Ernie at Art’s Landscaping and really liked him – he was a very nice man. Condolences to his family and many friends.
Pat (Moore) Johnston
Mary, family and friends of Ernie
Sorry I was unable to attend Ernies visitation or funeral service. We have been away. I have know Ernie for some time. He and Vonnie moved on to Quebec St while I still lived there. He was a very gentle souel and will be missed. I often bumped into him while he was out and about.
We were very sorry to read of his passing, thinking of you at this sad time. May you find peace and comfort in the many memories that you have of him.
Melanie & Wayne Swan
We were saddened by the news of Ernie’s passing. Our sincere condolences go out to your family. He was a great co-worker for many years; always helpful and professional in everything he did, and always with a smile. A true gentleman. Ernie will be greatly missed.
Jim Peters
As an employee, and later, Superintendant of the Water Department, Goderich PUC, Ernie excelled in a true professional manner. Goderich should be thankful for Ernie’s leadership. Thank’s Ernie. Sincerely Jim Peters. (Former chair Goderich Public Utilities Commision)
Len (Tom) Robinson (Dean)
I was sad to hear of Ernie’s passing…as a fellow Lion we worked together on TV Bingo plus I would always hold a paper for him when he visited McDonalds for his daily fix of coffee and burger. My thought and prayers are with his family at this sad time. Rest in peace my friend…you’ll be missed.
Alvin McGee
Well. this leaves an empty chair beside me at Lions. Our evenings together at poker has been on and off to say the least. However, you could say for sure that Ernie would be there.
will miss the little guy.
Liz Stuckless
Cheyenne & Dan, and Mary,
Very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Condolences & hugs ❤
KENNETH MCGEE
I have known Ernie for a lot of years. He was a very hard working man. He was a loyal customer at our dealership as well.
For many years now, I have had the privelige to play cards with Ernie on Wednesday nights. What a sharp player and age did not slow him down one bit. Also, if you made a misplay and needed corrected, Ernie was the man to do it but with a twinkle in his eye and a sly grin. I respected him very much. May he rest in piece.
Carolyn Duckworth
I was so sorry to hear of Ernie’s passing. I have known him for many a years and will always remember the quiet guy that he was. Remember the good times and cherish your memories.
Nancy and Junior White
Our sincere sympathy to Ernie’s family on his passing…..we have known him for many years and he was always a quiet guy that was always up to a chat…..Cherish your memories……