Michael Bruce Porter, 80, of Clear Lake, IA, passed away January 22, 2023, at Westview Care Center in Britt, IA.
Michael will be laid to rest at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Adel, IA.
Michael was born November 5, 1942, in Fort Dodge, IA, son of David and Shirley (Hanson) Porter. Michael grew up in Humbolt, IA and graduated from Humbolt High School in 1961. After high school he attended the Minneapolis School of Art. Michael then went on to join the United States Army where he was stationed in Berlin, Germany. On October 23, 1970, Brenda and Michael Porter were united in marriage at Danzig Baptist Church in Avon, SD. Their daughter, Andrea, was born on September 26, 1975 and was the love of their life. After their nest was empty, they moved from Clear Lake to busy downtown Minneapolis. They lived there for ten years before returning to Clear Lake in 2009 to enjoy their retirement.
Michael is survived by his daughter, Andrea Porter; sister, Susan Applegate; and many beloved nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.
Michael was preceded in death by his wife Brenda, October 9, 2022; and parents, David and Shirley