William Barton "Bill" Portis, Jr.

Bill was born in Houston, Texas on Sunday, August 28, 1932 and attended local schools. After honorably serving his country in the United States Air Force, Bill graduated from the University of Houston and then went on to pursue his Law Degree at South Texas College of Law. He practiced law for over 50 years in the Houston area. Practicing law was just one of many passions for Bill; he also loved to read, play chess, travel and to be in the sun and the water as much as possible. He was a wonderful husband, a caring and loving father and a great friend to many.

Bill is preceded in death by his parents, William Barton Portis, Sr. and Dolly (Fortner) Portis, and by his niece, Paula Chonoski. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, June Alexis Portis; devoted son, William Barton Portis III and wife Samia; his brother, Paul Portis and wife Gail; nephew, Kirk Portis and wife Kathy. Bill had three devoted step children; sons Michael and Devado and daughter Letisha and her husband Jesύs. Bill and June had eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.

Family and friends gathered for a visitation from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 28, 2016, at Waltrip Funeral Directors, 1415 Campbell Road in Houston. Graveside services were held at 10:15 a.m. on Friday, January 29, at Houston National Cemetery, where Military Honors were provided by members of the United States Air Force Honor Guard and the Houston Honor Guard. Reverend Dr. Jerry Mayfield concluded the services.

For those desiring, memorials in Bill's name may be made to a charity of your choice.