On Monday, November 30, 2020 Dale Morgan Porter, Jr. departed his earthly family and joined our Holy Father in the Kingdom of Heaven.
Dale was born in Beloit, Wisconsin on November 1, 1943 to Violet (Lockner) Porter and Dale Porter, Sr. His childhood was spent in Beloit, WI and Rock Falls, IL. He graduated Rock Falls Township High School in 1961.
After graduating high school, Dale moved to Salt Lake City, Utah to further his education at the University of Utah, while also serving in the United States Naval Reserves.
On January 29th, 1966, Dale married Shelia Kay Kozak of Brigham City, Utah.
He graduated in August 1966 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Services, Minoring in Electrical Sciences. Following his graduation, Dale enlisted in the United States Air Force and attended basic training in San Antonio, Texas. After completing basic training and receiving orders, Dale and Shelia moved to Selma, AL and was stationed at Craig Air Force Base, where he served as an electrician on the flight line.
Dale and Shelia would go on to become proud and loving parents to Tamara Kay (1968), Angela Dawn (1970), Aaron Joseph (1975) and Dale Morgan III (1978). Dale and Shelia would later divorce in 1984.
Dale moved to Apache Junction, AZ in 1985 where he was employed as a building inspector at the city of Mesa. He later took a position as an engineering inspector for the city of Chandler in 1985 and retired in 2006.
He met and married, Linda Ellen Amadio in 1996. After his retirement, he and Linda enjoyed traveling to parts of the unknown as well as the outdoors and visiting family in California and Utah. They shared 25 years of adventures, laughter and love.
Dale belonged to several Masonic bodies; Amity Lodge No. 23 Free & Accepted Masons in Brigham City, Utah where he held the positions of Senior Deacon, Junior Warden, Senior Warden and was Master Mason in 1985 and Apache Lodge No. 69 in Mesa, AZ where he held the position of Worshipful Master in 1988.
He loved hunting, fishing and old Western movies but above all, Dale loved his family.
He is survived by wife; Linda Ellen Porter, sisters; Patsy Leah Jones and Carol Marie Porter Floyd, daughters; Tamara Kay Zaleski, Angela Dawn Wood, sons; Aaron Joseph Porter and Dale M Porter III, as well 10 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his Father, Dale Morgan Porter Sr., Mother, Violet Leah Porter and Son, Brian L. Porter (1967).
Services to be held Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery, 7900 E Main St, Mesa AZ 85207. Visitation at 10 am with family prayer at 10:45/10:50. Funeral Service at 11 am. Mausoleum service to follow funeral, 12 noon.
It was always a pleasure working with Dale at the City, prior to his retirement. Jason and I would like to offer our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with Linda and the family during this very difficult time. May God give you peace and comfort.
Please accept my deepest condolences and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. It was a pleasure working with both Dale and Linda at the City of Chandler. May Dale rest in peace
Terri Fitzhugh
Butch ( that’s what the Porter family called him. ) We miss you so much already. We loved you so much. We had fun coming down and staying with you and Linda. I wish we could have come down again but it just didn’t turn out that way. You were the best cousin a person could ask for. Rest In Peace dear cousin. Linda our hearts and prayers are with you and the family. May the Lord watch over you and help you through this difficult time. We love you! Love Bette and Bob
Carol so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother, I feel blessed to have known him. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of Dale. He was my favorite boss at the City of Chandler. My deepest condolences to Linda and family.