Bruce was born on April 5, 1945 in Bristol, CT, the son of Clifford and Laura Porter. He married Patricia Paquette on September 10, 1966 in Farmington, CT, and she survives.
Also surviving are his sons, Bruce (wife, Kim) Porter, Jr and Wayne (wife, Rhonda) Porter; brother, Robert (wife, Marion) Porter; grandchildren, Lexi, DJ, Kris, Joel, Kyle, and Kelsey Porter; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding Bruce in death are his parents; brother, Jim Porter; and son, Michael Porter.
Cremation rights been accorded by Brentwood-Roesch-Patton Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.