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Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, December 9, 1999 at LaGrone Funeral Chapel for Neil O. Porter, who passed away December 3, 1999, at a local nursing home. Dr. Bobby Renfro of the First Baptist Church will conduct the service. Special music will be provided by Richard Lair and Richard Dove. Neil was born May 8, 1932 in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, to Roy and Carolyn Dowswell Porter. His parents preceded him in death. His wife of 25 years, Polly Lair Porter survives him at the family home. Neil worked as a professional Jazz Pianist for 45 years and was highly regarded for his superb musical ability. He performed in many fine clubs and lounges all over the U.S., but most extensively in Albuquerque. He also accompanied such greats as famous jazz singer, Anita O'Day and was a studio musician for Glen Campbell. Neil served his country in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict from 1952 to 1956. Neil moved to Roswell in 1983, where he chose to retire. Other survivors are two sons, Derrick Porter of Largo, FL and Kevin Porter of Colorado Springs, CO; one daughter, Susan Porter of Albuquerque. Also surviving is one brother, Lynn Porter of Sapulpa, OK; two sisters, Gail Porter of Cedar Crest, Connie Patterson of Largo, FL; one grandson; and special friends, Bernard Ginsberg, Paul Farmer, Richard Lopez, Dave Featherstone and Hal Olsen. Friends may make memorial in Mr. Porter's memory to the Chaves County Health Center Dental Services, 1511 S. Grand, Roswell, New Mexico 88201. Arrangements are under the direction of La Grone Funeral Chapel.
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