Carol M. Porter

Carol Mercante Porter gained her angel wings on January 10, 2026, days after her 98th birthday. She is preceded in death by her one true love, Ronald M. Porter, also known as "Spots." They were happily married for forty-two years before he gained his wings. Carol is also preceded in death by her sister and best friend, Patricia Lynn "Sally," and two brothers, Joseph Mercante and Frank Mercante Jr. Carol was born in New Orleans and grew up in the vibrant neighborhood of Gentilly. She was a graduate of St. Joseph Academy and was a strong supporter for both St. Joseph's and Jesuit High School, where her husband, son, and grandson all attended.

She is survived by her loving children Dr. Ronald Porter Jr (Mattea), Darlene Cohen (Jean), Bonnie Porter (Lewis); her grandchildren, Brittany Oates (Kenneth), Courtney McMahon (Mark), Brandon Cohen, Brooke Porter (Travis), Fallon Porter (Salman); and great-grandchildren Miller McMahon and Jackson Oates. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Estelle P Gregory (Ken), and numerous nieces and nephews.

Instilled by her mother, Carol was taught and found her calling to help others. Throughout her life she volunteered and belonged to many organizations, always volunteering her time and service to help others. Up until her death, she was an active member in the Council of Catholic School Cooperative Club, and Les Nouvelles. Carol had a strong catholic faith and was an active parishioner of St. Angela Merici. She was especially devoted to her loving family and faith. Carol enjoyed traveling the world, especially our annual family Destin beach trips and annual New York City trips. She enjoyed playing bridge, sewing, knitting, and baking angel food cake. In typical New Orleans fashion, she could never have enough king cake or have too many snowballs.

The Family would like to give special thanks to Carol's devoted caregiver, Cindy, and her daughter, Lacey, who provided adoring care and companionship. The family also extends their thanks to VitalCaring Hospice.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at St. Angela Merici from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24th. Funeral Mass begins at 12:00. Private Interment to follow.