John Edwin Porter Jr.

John Edwin Porter, Jr., age 81, of Shelbyville, passed away on March 12, 2026. A man of deep faith and quiet service, John spent his professional years in plastic packaging sales before becoming a TSA Supervisor. Above all, he was a devoted follower of Christ and a faithful member of Hurstbourne Baptist Church in Louisville, where he gave generously of his time. He volunteered with Lifebridge, The Welcome Center at Southeast Christian Church, and Night to Shine, touching many lives with his servant’s heart and joyful spirit.

John cherished time with his family and looked forward each year to traveling south during the winter months, often staying near the beach where he found rest, reflection, and gratitude for God’s creation.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John Edwin Porter, Sr. and Sara W. Porter, and by his beloved wife, Janet Porter. John is survived by his daughters, Kristin Porter of Atlanta, Georgia, and Stephanie Foreman (Wayne) of Nashville, Tennessee; his grandchildren, Katherine Foreman, Johnathon Foreman (Kat), and Allison Foreman, who brought him great joy and pride; his brother, Robert Porter (Stasia) of South Carolina; and his sister, Betsy Hottinger of Wisconsin.