Juanita Porter

Born: July 22, 1936 in Madison Nebraska, moved to Salem Oregon in 1940 with her family. She

was the youngest of seven. Attended Salem Schools, graduating in 1954, which was the last class

graduating from Salem High School. She kept in contact with her high school classmates often

through monthly luncheons, picnics and card games. She was a Realtor for 18 years. The best

part of her career was finding a home for first time homeowners. She spent many hours as a

volunteer; neighborhood groups, Mission Mill museum as a children’s mentor, and several years as

co-chair of Millstream Knitting Guild. She was an avid knitter of intricate designs and totally

enjoyed sitting at her spinning wheels. She entered and won several ribbons at the State and

County Fairs and was also a fibers judge.

Her husband Don Porter, preceded her in death. They enjoyed 60 years of marriage. She is

survived by daughter and son-in-law Shannon and Neil Hansen of Kent Oregon, daughter and

son-in-law Sharmaine and Herm Haderly of Scappoose, daughter and son-in-law Patti and Bob

Delaney of The Dalles. Grandchildren Anndria McMullin, Craig Whitaker (deceased), Jennifer Ogle

and Chad Haderly. Great-grandchildren Ethan Whitaker, Jacob and Jack McMullin, Avery Ogle and

Matthew Haderly (deceased). Her sister Adella (Dolly) Farrell and brother Ed Wittenberg and many

nieces and nephews.