Passed peacefully at Mariposa House Hospice in Severn on Saturday March 2, 2024 in his 61st year. Don will be sadly missed by his sons Eric (Jaime Chen) Porter and Matthew Porter, by his grandson to Vincent Porter, by his cousins Bruce and Janice Green, by his many dear friends and his riding group WFO. Don is predeceased by his parents Keith and Elizabeth. Don owned and operated the Geneva Event Centre. He was a committed volunteer in many city events including the Winter Carnival and the Mariposa Folk Festival, he sat on the Waste Management Committee and participated in many other fundraising activities. Family will receive friends at Carson Funeral Homes – L.Doolittle Chapel 54 Coldwater St. E Orillia, Ontario (705)326-3595 on Saturday from 10am until time of service at 11 o’clock. Cremation to follow. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Mariposa House Hospice or the charity of your choice and would be appreciated by the family.
Visitation
- March 9, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM - L. Doolittle Chapel Directions
- March 9, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - L. Doolittle Chapel Directions
- March 9, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - L. Doolittle Chapel Directions
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Darcy Hoover
Mar 27, 2024Don was a great citizen to Orillia and beyond. He was an exceptional volunteer and worker-bee who frequently would be the first person at the site and the last person to go home. Don once stepped up and sat as Chair for the Orillia Beatles Celebration which allowed the event to continue for a couple of years. He was a devoted patron of the arts and traveler, seeing all the top shows and artists as he seemingly hopped around the globe. He brought much of that passion into his restoration of The Geneva downtown Orillia. He shall be missed. My condolences to his family and friends at this sad time.
Pam Carter
Mar 9, 2024Heartfelt condolences from the Mariposa Folk Festival family. Don will be missed. Our thoughts are with you.
Karen and Rick Legrow
Mar 5, 2024Deepest condolences to all of Don’s family and friends. Don had a passion for life and fire in his eyes. That flame went out way too soon. Rest in peace Don and keep it WFO.