Mr. Martin L. Porter began his extraordinary journey on April 5, 1968, as the son of Bernard Porter and Carolyn Ann Jones Porter. He called Winston-Salem, NC home and is where he firmly established his place in the community. After leaving those who knew him with a lifetime of memories, Mr. Porter passed away on September 5, 2024.

He was known for his tough exterior and big soft heart. Martin was a present and understanding father to his 3 children and additional support to many others. He enjoyed spending time outdoors with family, preferably a local park, where he found peace in being where he could see his children be free and just that, children. Martin made the BEST BBQed chicken and loved being in the kitchen or on the grill.

Martin was employed at K&W Restaurant for more than 20 years. There he was loved and valued by staff and customers. In his free time he enjoyed watching his favorite sports and television shows. He was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan. Martin loved to talk about his life and the lessons he learned and was eager to give advice to anyone who came to him with an issue or had a misunderstanding.

He always exhibited calmness in chaos and remained optimistic through every challenge in life that he faced. Martin was loved tremendously and will be dearly missed.

Martin was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Carolyn Porter and sisters, Cheryl Porter, and Angela Porter.

Those who remain to cherish his memory include: his children, Beverly Davis, Lola Davis and Rasheed Davis; grandchildren, Isaiah Davis, Elijah Friday, and Eliza and Timothy Freudenthal; siblings, Patrice Porter, Tyrone Porter, and James "Binky" Porter; nephews, Brandon Porter, Justin Porter, Jamaal Porter, and Christopher Rogers; nieces, Tileka Porter, Desiree Porter, Brea Porter; and a host of great nieces and great nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, September 22, 2024 in the chapel of Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home.

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