James Richard Port, age 83, of Connelly Springs, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 while a patient of Burke Hospice and Palliative Care. James was born the son of the late Horace Richard Port and Nellie Ricker Port on April 10, 1937 in Burke County. He was retired from the NC Department of Transportation.
Along with his parents, James is preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Carol Smith Port and an infant daughter.
Those left behind to cherish James' memory include a daughter, Lisa Port Hemmings; two grandsons, Byron and Benjamin Hemmings of Burke County; and a sister, Wilma Hicks of Shreveport, LA.
The family suggests memorials be made to Burke Hospice and Palliative Care, 1721 Enon Rd., Valdese, NC 28690.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Kirksey Funeral Home of Morganton has the honor of serving the family.