Robert "Joe" Porter

Robert J. "Joe" Porter, age 77, of Maumee, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. Born on January 26, 1949, in Toledo to Robert and Mabel (Hurlburt) Porter, Joe lived a life marked by dedication, warmth, and service.

Joe honorably served in the United States Marine Corps from 1970 to 1974. Following his military service, he pursued higher education and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Toledo. He was the proud owner and operator of Porter Appraisal Group until his retirement in 2019.

A devoted husband, Joe cherished the time spent with his wife Barbara. Together, they shared a love of ballroom dancing, traveled across the country to visit family and friends, enjoyed daily walks with their dogs, and frequently gathered with friends for dinner. Joe also enjoyed golfing with his friends, embracing the joy of camaraderie and the outdoors.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Barbara J. Porter; his sons Scott Boyer, Brian (Amy) Boyer, Lee (Suzanne) Boyer, Scott Reed, and Nicholas Porter; grandchildren Katie, Josh, Kelsey, Bryce, Haley Boyer, and Jordan Porter; siblings Kathy Schnetzler, Julie (David) Griffith, Ruth McDonald, Linda (John) Greenwood, Tammy (Ken) Knack, and Tom (Trista) Porter; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Joe’s Life will be held on Friday, June 26, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Monclova Road Baptist Church, located at 7819 Monclova Road, Monclova, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made in Joe’s memory to the American Cancer Society or Tunnels to Towers.

Friends and family are invited to share memories and condolences through the online guestbook. Joe’s life and legacy will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.