Mrs. Mary Porter

December 25, 1938 – January 31, 2024

Mrs. Mary Lou Bain Porter, age 85, of Mentone, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at Redmond Regional Medical Center in Rome, Georgia.

Mary was born in Rising Fawn, Georgia on December 25, 1938. She was a member of the Mentone Church of God.

She was preceded in death by:

Parents: J.R. & Catherine Bain

Stepmother: Evelyn Bain

Son: Eddie (Edwin) Delane Porter

Brother: Charles Bain

Sister: Bobbie Smith

She is survived by:

Husband: Edwin C. Porter of Mentone, AL

Daughter: Kathy Gaglio (John) of Ft. Wayne, IN

Sons: Chris Porter (Renae) of Henagar, AL & Jeffrey Becker (Kayla) of Mentone, AL

Sisters: Ethel Manifold of Mentone, AL & Pat McKenzie of Mentone, AL

Brother: John Bain (JoAnn) of Attalla, AL

Grandchildren: Jenay (Ryan), Matthew, Kayle, Jonathan (Lexi), Joseph, Katelyn (Adon), & Kyle

Great-Grandchildren: Delane, Noah, Kaydence, Dreya, Averin, Lausyn, Carter, & Maddox

Many Nieces & Nephews that she loved

Pallbearers: Matt, Jonathan, Kyle, Joe, & Delane

The family is accepting flowers or donations to The Summit Church Of God (1792 HWY 117 Mentone, AL 35984)

Visitation

Date of Visitation: Monday, February 5, 2024

Visitation Location: Burt Chapel-Valley Head

Visitation Time: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM

Funeral

Date of Funeral: Monday, February 5, 2024

Funeral Location: The Summit Church of God (1792 HWY 117 Mentone, AL 35984)

Funeral Time: 2:00 PM

Officiating: Rev. Phillip Bain, Rev. Joseph Bain, & Rev. Chad Smith

Burial

Date of Burial: Monday, February 5, 2024

Burial Location: Bankhead Cemetery in Mentone, AL

Share your condolences:

9 entries.

Terri Campbell (Phillips) from Hamilton, Ontario Canada wrote on February 6, 2024 at 1:13 pm

What a wonderful woman. I knew her when I was a child. Always so kind and loving. My deepest condolences to the family.

Eddie Dahl from Olaton Kentucky wrote on February 5, 2024 at 4:48 pm

Little Eddie Dahl
You will always be a mom to me no matter the time or distance.

Gloria Moran from Saint Augustine wrote on February 5, 2024 at 4:17 pm

My earliest memories of Mary was my teenagers had a little store building in Harvey, Illinois, where I first met Mary and the Bain family. Her smile was contagious and she will be missed by many but she’s enjoying her time around the great throne with her family. My prayers. And deepest sympathy.

Holly Thiebaut from Fort wayne wrote on February 5, 2024 at 7:28 am

My deepest sympathies to Kathy and family. Mary was a wonderful person and I’m so blessed to have had her in my life.

Marcella Shigley Campbell from Valley Head, Al wrote on February 5, 2024 at 12:43 am

Condolences to her family. She was loved by so many. We know everyone will remember that beautiful smile.

Lori (Williams) Powless from Frankfort, IL wrote on February 4, 2024 at 10:33 pm

Mrs. Porter was one of the sweetest and kindest woman I have ever met. As kids she let us all hangout and play basketball in her driveway. If it was 1 or 20, she greeted us with a smile. God bless you and your family. Thanks for the memories.

Pattie Norris from Kihei, Maui wrote on February 4, 2024 at 5:20 am

I have so many memories of Ed and Mary. I never saw a couple before so in love after so many years. I remember them visiting me on Maui and being so jealous of their love. Ed, I can’t imagine what you’re going through. I am sending my love and support to you and your family. Pat, you adopted me through Renee so many years ago and I’ve felt a member of your family from day 1. I am sending you all so much love and support from Maui at the loss of a truly beautiful Lady. Ed, I hope you find some comfort in knowing how truly loved you were by Mary. Few people know that lifetime love. God bless. Pattie

Sue Anderson from Cartersville Ga wrote on February 3, 2024 at 12:46 am

Mary you will be missed when we have family get togethers. You and Eddie were always invited when we got together and we had a great time. We will miss your beautiful smile but you are in a far better place. Love you Mary, heaven gained an angel when they got you.

Randy and Lillian Spain from Jemison wrote on February 2, 2024 at 10:33 pm

Mrs. Porter was truly a beautiful child of God. Our sincere condolences to all of family. May she rest in peace. Amen.