Capt. Andrew Porter |
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Rockport Fire Capt. Andrew Porter. (Photo Courtesy Rockport Fire Department) |
ROCKPORT — The Town of Rockport and the Rockport Fire Department share the following details of services for Capt. Andrew Porter, who died unexpectedly on Monday. The public is invited to pay their respects on Sunday, June 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington St., Gloucester. A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, June 2, at 10 a.m. at St. Ann’s Church-Holy Family Parish, 74 Pleasant St., Gloucester.
Capt. Porter, who was an active member of the Rockport Fire Department, passed away Monday, May 26, at Addison Gilbert Hospital in Gloucester, surrounded by loved ones. He was a 25-year veteran of the Rockport Fire Department and most recently served as the captain of Engine Companies 1 and 3. He was also a specialist in the Rockport Department of Public Works Highway Division. Capt. Porter was 43 years old and is survived by his wife, two daughters, parents, and sister. Mutual aid departments are providing station coverage for the Rockport Fire Department on Sunday and Monday. The community of Rockport mourns the loss of Capt. Porter, who was a dedicated leader and a beloved member of the community. Town Administrator Mitchell Vieira and Rockport Fire Chief Mark Wonson, would like to thank the surrounding communities and departments for their support during this time. |