William Paul Porter, 85, of Nashua, passed away at his home, Thursday evening, December 1, 2022 after a period of declining health.
Born in Perth Amboy, New Jersey on June 7, 1937, he was a son of the late Paul and Rita (Murphy) Porter. Bill grew up on Staten Island, NY and graduated from high school in 1955. Shortly after his graduation, he enlisted in the Air Force and served for 30 years as an Explosive Ordinance Disposal (“EOD”) specialist until his retirement in 1985, with the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. During his Air Force career, Bill served in the Vietnam War, taught at the EOD School in Maryland and was awarded various medals to include two Bronze Stars and the Airmen’s Medal for heroism.
A resident of Nashua since 1984, Bill continued his career with Textron in Massachusetts where he worked as a weapons safety engineer for over 20 years.
Bill was an active volunteer at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center in Nashua for many years and was a communicant of Immaculate Conception Parish.
In his leisure time, Bill enjoyed fishing, drives in the countryside with his wife and volunteering with the Community Emergency Response Team of Nashua.
Members of his family include his wife, Jeaninne M. (Vaury) Porter, whom he married on October 11, 1958 and shared 64 years together; three sons, Christian Porter and his wife Jennifer, James Porter and the late Richard Porter; and a sister, Margaret Pluta. In addition to his son and parents, Bill was also predeceased by a brother, James Porter.
Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday, December 15th from 4 to 7 p.m. A Graveside service and Air Force honors will take place at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway in Boscawen, Friday, December 16th at 1 p.m. Friends are invited to attend. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com
