Janice A. Porter

FOREST CITY - Janice A. Porter, age 73 of Forest City, died Thursday, October 21, 2010 at her home in rural Forest City.
As per her wishes, her body has been cremated and no formal church services will be held.
A Graveside Inurnment Service will be conducted at 10:00 AM on Thursday, October 28, 2010 at Linden Lutheran Cemetery in rural Forest City by the Reverend Shannon Pasqual, Pastor of the United Methodist Church in Buffalo Center, IA.
Those wishing to to extend their sympathies may forward condolences to: Lisa Porter 148 N 8th Street Forest City IA 50436
Janice A. Porter was born in Denver, Colorado on July 24, 1937, the daughter of Allen and Evelyn (Richard) Burkhard. She received her elementary education in Yuma, Colorado and in 1955, graduated from Evergreen High School in Evergreen, Colorado where she was a cheerleader and Ron played football and basketball. She continued her education at Parks College where she received her Secretarial Degree.
She was united in marriage to Ronald Porter in 1955 and the couple made their home in Evergreen. Janice was a stay-at-home mom, raising a family, until she began working for the City of Lakewood in Lakewood, Colorado in 1972.
Janice and Ron moved to Forest City in 1993. She worked as a secretary for several years at Cooper Law Office. Most recently she was employed at the Abstract Office in Forest City. Failing health forced her retirement in August of 2010.
Janice was an avid reader. She enjoyed rosemaling, crafts and sewing. She treasured time spent with her family and grandchildren. Janice was a friendly and compassionate woman and will be remember for her beautiful smile and outgoing personality. She passed away at her home in rural Forest City on October 21, 2010, at the age of 73 years.
She is survived by her husband, Ronald of Forest City, son Shane Porter of Thompson and daughter Alisa Porter of Forest City. Also surviving are five grandsons: Travis, Andy & Jason and Joel & Luke.
Janice was preceded in death by her parents.