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Jacqueline Porter Obituary
She was born Jacqueline Jaetta Peterson on November 8, 1961 in Wuertzburg, Germany to John and Judy Peterson. Jackie had two children, Christopher (1988) and Kaitlin (1991.)
She worked as a Licensing Coordinator for Kids Crossing in Colorado Springs. She enjoyed photography, going on trips to Disney World, watching football, supporting all of the kids who called her "mom," and spending time with her children and granddaughter. She was a generous, caring and loving wife, mother and grandmother, and a kind friend to all who knew her.
She is survived by her husband, Rick Porter, her children, Christopher Porter (Christine Kerr), her granddaughter Samantha; Kaitlin Porter; her parents, John and Judy Peterson and her sister, Patricia Fairfield (Dale Fairfield.) As well as the remainder of her loving family.
Memorial Service will be held on July 25th, 2015 at 10:00AM at Circle Drive Baptist Church, 801 N Circle Dr, Colorado Springs, Colorado.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Colorado Springs Children's Chorale in Jackie's name. Send donations to - CSCC, P.O. Box 7841 Colorado Springs, CO 80933.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jacqueline Porter
Sponsored by Patricia and Dale Fairfield.
August 10, 2015
So sorry to hear about Jackie. Enjoyed working with her in 05-07. It saddened me. She cherished the Children,s Chorale, since her daughter was a part of that. My sincere condolence to everyone,
Leslie Darling
July 30, 2015
Thank you Jackie for your friendship, loving spirit, helping hand and sparkling smile. I treasure all the memories of our times together. Thank you for all your love to all the kiddos in your life and being a second mom to so many. You gave to much to so many effortlessly and so willingly---what a wonderful legacy. Thank you for the blessing of knowing you. Our thoughts and prayers are always with you Rick and family. Love from the Darling Family
glenn purvis
July 30, 2015
Rick and family
We send our condolences and prayers!! Sorry to find out about the passing of such a wonderful person!! I feel blessed to have had her as a part of our softball family and friend!!
The purvis family
July 29, 2015
To Jackie's family she will be missed by all those who knew and loved her. We are so sorry for your loss and will keep you all in our prayers.
Gary and Marsha Hilty
Juanita Martin
July 26, 2015
Jackie was the best of the best; always a smile, always an uplifting word, always optimistic. Another angel has ascended.
Terje Goldston
July 25, 2015
My deepest condolences for the passing of Jackie. Rick, Kaitlin and Christopher, thank you for sharing your amazing Mother and Wife with us . Our community, both at Wasson and at CSCC was so much more beautiful because of Jackie's presence. Her memory will live on in our hearts and minds. I am so sorry for your loss.
July 24, 2015
Hoping that the good memories and stories of Jackie will bring some comfort as you find your way through this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful and caring lady. Ruth and Charles Kerr
Colorado Springs, Co.
Grace Blea-Nunez
July 23, 2015
I have wonderful memories of Jackie from the Children's Chorale. She was always there for the singers and always so positive! Gone too soon. Condolences from the entire Nunez Family.
Rhonda Lee
July 23, 2015
I am so very sorry for your family's loss. May you take some small comfort in knowing that she now watches over you all, flying so very high with all of the angels, leaving a bit of her behind in all of her beautiful qualities we see in her children. Her love will live on forever...
LuAnne Mitchell
July 23, 2015
Love you and will miss you . What a great lady you where.
Patricia Dirkson
July 23, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Jackie's family. She was an inspiration to so many and she will live on in our hearts and memories. Jackie was a light and a joy and her hugs and big smile could make a tough day easier. I am honored to have known her and will miss her.
Sharon Cacciato
July 23, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss! She was always so amazing, and kind! She loved talking about her family and always spoke with such love and pride about all of their accomplishments! I aspired to be like her as a mom after I had kids! She was amazing! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Mark Schaefer
July 23, 2015
I don't think I have ever met a more positive, upbeat person. I will miss you Jackie but, I will never forget you. To her family and friends I deeply regret your loss.
shay freeman
July 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss of such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Shay
MILLY POPE
July 23, 2015
MET JACKIE THRU KIDS CROSSING!! SHE WAS THE MOST LOVING, KIND ,CARING, FRIEND TO EVERYONE AND SHE WILL BE MISSED. OUR LOSE IS HEAVENS GAIN!!! HUG CRISTY FOR ME PRECIOUS LADY!!!SENDING LOVE AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY
Diana Bowman
July 23, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss.
randy vollrath
July 23, 2015
To all the family of Jackie: she was a good friend theough out high school. It was great to reconnect with her on FB. I always remember Jackie having a beautiful, wonderful smile. Always upbeat and a kind word for anyone. That will be missed. Prayers and love to you.
Cyndi Monty (Pacheco)
July 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Anthony Pacheco
July 23, 2015
Aunt Jackie will be missed deeply and always loved. Keep smiling above us Aunt Jackie we love you
Donald/Beverly Keller
July 23, 2015
Rick and kids; We are extending our deepest condolences to you for the loss of Jackie. We have the fondest memories of her before you were married, your wedding and the birth
of your kids. God will provide comfort to you with your loss of
wife, mom, grandmother & friend.
Marie Caddy
July 23, 2015
Jack and Judy, my heart breaks for you both,and all your Family, Jackie was so brave and strong, God Bless her. Marie XX
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