Mary Porter

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mary Ellen Porter, a loving and devoted wife, and a friend to all whose lives she touched. Born on June 5, 1949, in Lincoln, NE, Mary lived a full and vibrant life, spreading her funny, supportive, and loving spirit to everyone she met. Mary passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, at the hospital surrounded by her family.

Mary grew up in Murdock and later moved to Lincoln, making a career in banking where she served as a steadfast supervisor. Even in the most stressful of times, Mary's unique ability to inject humor and light-heartedness into any situation was a testament to her funny, supportive, and loving nature. Upon retirement, she found true joy in her hobbies - bowling, and arts crafts. Her creative spirit shone the brightest during the holidays when she would happily spend hours making beautiful things for her loved ones. It was a testament to her loving heart and her supportive nature. Her family, especially her grandchildren, were the joy of her life and what mattered most to her.

Mary is survived by her beloved husband, Ray Porter; daughters, Sherry Dunkle, Denise Blessing, Marcy (Doug) Michels, step-sons, Trampas Andrews and Matt Jackson; grandchildren, Cody and Dylan, Jillan, Logan, Denise, Bella, Kyle, and Kelsey; brother, Jim McCoy

She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Lois McCoy; sister, Nancy Visatsiri. Her love, laughter, and warm presence will be deeply missed but forever remembered.

We encourage friends and family to share their cherished memories of Mary and upload photos to her memorial page. These shared memories and photos will serve as a testament to the beautiful life she lived and the profound impact she had on all those around her.