Headshot image of PORTER, Jaekob Andrew

PORTER, Jaekob Andrew

Born Friday June 13, 1997. Passed away Monday April 17, 2023.


Sadly taken. Loved Grandson of Jill, loved son of Marc and partner Jo. Loved brother of Angel and uncle to Aria, and half brother to Bonnie.

Funeral notice


Service

Thursday April 27, 2023

The Funeral of Mr. Jaekob Andrew Porter will be held in the Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac, on Thursday, April 27, 2023 commencing at 1.30 p.m.

The Funeral will leave the Chapel at the conclusion of the service for the Colac Lawn Cemetery.

Tributes

Leave a tribute
  1. To Dear Jill, Marc Irene and all the family and friends of Jaek we send our deepest condolences to you all on the tragic loss of such a handsome young man with a heart of gold gone too soon. Corey and I will hang onto and cherish the great memories of him that we had with him when he was younger and you all should be so proud of the great young man you all brought up. Gone but never forgotten! Sending our thoughts to you all from Tania and Corey and family

    Tania Craig

    April 27, 2023 9:02 pm

  2. Dear Jill, Marc & family , Irene Greg & family , & All of Jaekobs mates , I can only image the heartbreaking time you are all going through at the moment . We attended Jaekobs service today and how beautiful it was , everything that was said about him was exactly the Jaekob we knew , kind , fun loving intelligent , caring & lovable . It was a pleasure to have had Jaekob be apart of our family for 3 years , we shared some lovely happy times together . We know how hard you tried to stay on this earth Jaekob but God had bigger & better plans for you so he took you in his hands & guided you safely to heaven, Jaekob we hope you have found your happy place & are enjoying the journey 💕 .All our love Sue Reid , John & Brady Boyd & Rachel 👋👋

    Susan Reid

    April 27, 2023 4:23 pm

  3. My thoughts and prayers to the Porter family and close friends to Jaekob, may he rest easy, taken too soon xx

    Marnie Tevelein

    April 27, 2023 2:44 pm

  4. To Jill, Marc, Irene, Greg and family,
    We were very saddened to hear of Jaekob's death. We have lovely memories of Jaekob's school days, birthday parties and sleepovers with Tim.
    Sending love, strength and comfort to you all in the coming days ahead. May the wonderful memories you have of Jaekob stay forever in your hearts.
    Bill, Deb, Megan and Tim Parker
    xx

    Debra Parker

    April 27, 2023 1:03 pm

  5. Irene and Greg and family what can we say but we know your hearts are broken please know you are in our thoughts and prayers lots of love Maryanne and Dan

    Maryanne McGannon

    April 26, 2023 5:29 pm

  6. Our love surrounds you Irene, Greg, Trudy, Joel, Hayden, Ryder, Bonnie & families at the tragic death of your beautiful boy Jaekob. We are so sorry we will not be able to attend Jaekob's funeral but we will be with you spiritually and you will be in our prayers. May Jaekob rest in Eternal Peace ❤️🙏 Suse & Trotter.

    Suse Melville

    April 26, 2023 12:51 am

  7. Deepest sympathy to Jill, Marc and family, sending strength and love at this sad time. Jaekob will be sadly missed by many.

    Heather Munro

    April 25, 2023 8:09 pm

  8. Thoughts and condolences to both our families. But also to all of Jaeks friends and mates.

    I never knew my heart could actually break like this. I love you and I'm so sorry. Sleep peacefully darling boy.

    Trudes xxx

    Trudy

    April 25, 2023 4:45 pm

  9. Deepest sympathy to Irene, Greg and family our thoughts are with you Donna and Peter Rice

    Donna & Peter Rice

    April 25, 2023 9:50 am

  10. My words fall short when trying to write things like this, Those who touch our hearts, stay in our lives forever. Wishing you all the love to bring comfort, the courage to face the days ahead, and happy memories to forever hold in your hearts.
    My condolences are with Jaeks family and friends, losing someone who had touched many lives.
    Thinking of you all, everyday ❤️
    Cheyenne, Blake & Brooklyn

    Cheyenne

    April 24, 2023 10:39 pm

  11. Our love and support to Jaekob’s family and friends

    Simon And Sharon Ryan

    April 24, 2023 9:59 pm

  12. Our love and sympathy to Jill, Marc, Irene,Greg and Courtney on the loss of Jaekob, I remember my IT helper fondly as nothing was ever too much trouble for you Jaekob , always obliging and would get the job done . Sleep peacefully Jaekob , reunited with your Pa Noel ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    Lorraine McGlynn

    April 24, 2023 9:15 pm

  13. My sincere and deepest love goes out to Jill, Marc & family and Irene, Greg & family.
    The news of Jaekob has been absolutely gut wrenching and heartbreaking. I cannot imagine what you are going through. Sending you every bit of strength and love during this time.
    My memories of Jaekob have been and forever will be with me. Jaekob was the most beautiful and kind hearted person I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I feel so lucky and privileged to have shared such amazing memories with him and his family.
    Phoebe❤️

    💔

    Phoebe

    April 24, 2023 9:06 pm

  14. Deepest sympathy to all family and friends on your loss. RIP.

    Alen Pearce

    April 24, 2023 8:54 pm

  15. Our thoughts and prayers are with Irene,Greg and family,Jill,Marc and family on the recent death of your loved Jaekob.We are thinking of you all at this difficult time.RIP Jaekob.You will stay forever young and know that you will be forever missed and loved by your loving family.Deepest sympathy to you all.Lots of love from Bernadette and Peter Nolan and family 💐🙏💔💕💋

    Bernadette Nolan

    April 24, 2023 7:57 pm

  16. So saddened to read this tragic news. Sending love to all of Jaekob’s family at this time.
    With care

    Leonie, Meg, Tess, Mollie and Ella O’Brien

    Leonie Collins

    April 24, 2023 6:31 pm

  17. Dear Jill and family.
    Sending you all our love and strength at this difficult time.
    Jaekob was a beautiful student to teach.
    Ian has fond memories of him as well.

    Ian and Marianne Simpkin 💜

    Marianne Simpkin

    April 24, 2023 6:23 pm

  18. Our thoughts and love are extended to Marc, Jo, Angel,Ethan and Ashley, and extended families. Jaekob will be warmly remembered as a wonderful young man with an unforgettable smile. Our school holds Marc, Jo and families in the highest esteem and feel privileged to be a part of their lives. Rest In Peace Jaekob, we are all richer for knowing you

    Mick McCrickard

    April 24, 2023 5:43 pm

  19. Our love and thoughts are with you Jill at this terrible time know that we are thinking of you and your family from Helen and Stephen lang and family

    Helen Lang

    April 24, 2023 4:52 pm

  20. To Jill , Marc and family thinking of you at this sad time with the loss of Jaekob ❤️
    Gretchen Egan and family

    Gretchen Egan

    April 24, 2023 4:06 pm

  21. My heartfelt condolences to all of Jaekob's family at this very sad time

    Dianne Edwards

    April 24, 2023 3:34 pm

  22. Dear jaek,
    You were gone way to soon from this earth, you have left so many hearts broken, you will be looking over everyone making sure everyone and everything is okay for everyone you will be thought about every single day every single good memory will be thought about with you.
    We all love you to bits
    Love you forever and always Wendy,Erik,Tyson and Tahlia

    Tahlia

    April 24, 2023 3:23 pm

  23. Jill Marc and family I was saddened and shocked to hear of Jaekob’s death a young man with everything to live for, our heart goes out to you all ,wishing you hope and peace during this difficult time
    Sheryl Graeme Damien Elissa and families

    Sheryl & Graeme Langdon

    April 24, 2023 1:09 pm

  24. Jill, Marc, Angel, Bonnie and family. Our love and thoughts are with all the family at this heartbreaking time. Jaekob a talented beautiful young man, gone too soon. Loved by all who knew him.
    Wendy, David, Alana, Tanya, Sharee and families.

    Wendy & David Walsh

    April 24, 2023 10:08 am

  25. Our heartfelt sympathy to Irene, Greg and family as you grieve for your dearly loved Jaekob. Wishing you strength and peace. May the sorrow in your hearts lighten by the love that surrounds you.

    Marita And Pat O'Shea

    April 24, 2023 9:56 am

  26. Gone to soon, rest in peace Jaekob.
    Deepest Sympathy to Jill, Marc and family.
    Alex,Vicki,Shannon and Lara.

    Vicki Fitcher

    April 24, 2023 12:21 am

  27. It is with a heavy heart that I send our deepest sympathies and love to :
    Jill and all your family
    Irene (my dearest friend) Greg and all your family
    May wonderful memories help process this very sad time for you all and may Jaekob find peace knowing the love surrounding him has no boundaries
    Jan & Gordon Wilson 💚

    Jan Wilson

    April 23, 2023 11:13 pm

  28. There are no words to express the pain and sorrow that Jaekob’s loved ones must be feeling today. Just know that our love and support is with you all. Deepest sympathies to all Jaekob’s family and friends. He will be deeply missed. Love Pauline. Cassie and Tyson.

    Pauline

    April 23, 2023 10:36 pm

  29. “Grief is like the ocean; it comes on waves ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, and sometimes it is overwhelming. All we can do is learn to swim.” Jaekob there is such a hole in the hearts of those who love you so much, sending love and peace to Irene, Greg, Bonnie, Trudy, Joel and their families. Sending love to Jill and Marc and their families, you’ll be in our thoughts during all the sad and difficult times, love always ❤️

    Geraldine, Duane, Lil And Families

    April 23, 2023 10:00 pm

  30. Deepest and Sincere Sympathy in the tragic loss of Jaekob. Our thoughts are with you Irene, Greg, Bonnie, Trudy, Joel, Hayden & Ryder in the loss of your loved Grandson, Brother, Nephew & Cousin. R.I.P.
    From Aileen, Ron Kettle & Family.

    Aileen Kettle

    April 23, 2023 9:02 pm

  31. Our Dear Jaekob.
    We are so sad that you have left us too soon.
    We are going to really miss you Jaekob.

    Dearly Loved Nephew of Trudy , loved cousin
    to Hayden and their family
    Dearly loved Nephew of Joel , and loved cousin to Ryder and their family.

    God Bless you Jaekob. ❤️

    Irene Galbraith

    April 23, 2023 7:45 pm

  32. Dearly loved Grandson of Irene and Greg ( Galbraith )
    Dearly loved and sadly missed big Brother of Bonnie.

    Thank you Jaekob for your 25 years of memories.
    R.I.P our Darling Boy.
    Gone But never Forgotten ❤️

    Irene Galbraith

    April 23, 2023 7:34 pm