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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — On Feb. 20, 2023, Larry went home to be with his Lord and Savior.
Born Jan. 15, 1931, to Ralph and Winnie Porter Sr. in Kennett, Missouri, the family lived there until moving to Phoenix, Arizona when Larry was a young boy.
At age 17 he joined the United States Navy and served during the Korean Conflict. He was honorably discharged in July 1952.
In June of 1953 Larry married Yvonne Macfarland and began their family having four children. They moved their family to Lake County in 1976 and he continued to work for Cal Motor Express in·Oakland until his retirement in 1986. They were married until her passing in March of 1994.
In August of 1995, Larry married Marcia Lee and started a new chapter, helping her to raise her three children. He started working for Royal Automotive and retired a second time at age 84.
Larry enjoyed fishing, bowling, cards, boating and riding his motorcycle as well as get-togethers with family and friends.
He is survived by his wife, Marcia; his children, Ralph "Butch" Porter Ill, Sheila Porter, Selena Weaver and Catherine Picton; his stepchildren, Lisa (Trevor) Honeywell, Raymond (Shae) Winkler and Melori Lee; 15 grandchildren; 18 great children; and three great-great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, March 17, at 11 a.m. at the Kelseyville Cemetery 3375 Bell Hill Rd. Kelseyville.
A celebration of life will be held following services at the Kelseyville Lions Club, 4335 Sylar Lane.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Marilyn Parker, age 98, passed away on Feb. 25, 2023.
She was born on Sept. 19, 1924, in El Centro, California, to William and Audrey Starner and was raised in Holtville, California.
She married the love of her life, Donald Parker, in 1944, and they resided in Don’s hometown of Alameda, California, for more than 30 years.
During that time, she dearly loved the 20 years she spent as director of Kiddie Kampus Nursery School.
They moved to San Bernardino, California, in 1975. Upon Don’s retirement, they spent many years playing golf and bridge and traveling throughout the country. They finally settled in Arizona City, Arizona.
After Don’s death in 2005, she remained in Arizona until 2019, when she moved to Clearlake Oaks, California.
Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, Don; her parents, William and Audrey; her sister, Joy; and her brother, Bill.
She is survived by her three sons, Greig (Norene) of Rio Vista, California; Mike (Barbara) of Clearlake Oaks; and Robert of San Leandro, California.
She is also survived by seven grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
Marilyn was a kind and giving person with a strong and independent spirit. She was dearly loved by her family and friends and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
At her request, no services were held. If so desired, donations in her memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
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NORTHERN CALIFORNIA — Donald “Donnie” Colin Campbell, 64, died unexpectedly but peacefully at home in Concord on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023.
He leaves behind his son and daughter-in-law, Colin and Kelly Campbell; his heart and best friend, Mary Flower; mother, Mary Ann Currier; siblings, Sharon Cain and husband Mike, Jim Campbell and partner Cindi Carrigan, and Cindy Ackley and husband Ted; many nieces and nephews; and a community of friends, bandmates and fellow musicians. He was also a loving grandfather to Mary’s grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Bruce Campbell.
Donnie was born on Oct. 13, 1958, in Oakland, California. He attended Miramonte High School.
Among other exciting ventures, he spent time as a professional videographer for horse racing, and worked in the heavy equipment industry for much of his early life.
He also worked in automotive and spent many hours under the hoods of cars for both his career and to help his friends and family. He was an avid car guy and proud owner of Haze ‘Em, a 1969 Chevy Camaro.
Besides being a devoted gear head, Donnie was an incredible musician. He sang, played guitar, and was a fierce harmonica player for his beloved band, The Culprits. If you were in the same room as Donnie and a guitar, you were almost always lucky enough to be serenaded.
While Donnie lived his entire life in the Bay Area, he also spent much of his time in Cobb Mountain, California, where he formed life-long friendships and touched many lives with his compassion and warmth. Donnie’s light glowed brightly, and he was always quick to help others. He will be sorely missed by so many.
A memorial service will be held for family and friends in mid- to late-April, with the Bay Area venue to be announced in the coming weeks.
The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, people donate to the Cobb Mountain Lions Club (P.O. Box 701, Cobb, CA, 95426).
In the meantime, friends may stop by Mary’s porch to share music and memories of Donnie, where he loved to play every evening.
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