Mr. Emerson Junior Porter

July 9, 1964 - December 20, 2020

Emerson Junior Porter, son of Emerson “Pete” Porter, Sr. and Fancy Lynch Porter, was born, July 9, 1964 and departed this life with his family by his side on December 20, 2020 at Nash General Hospital in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Emerson Junior Porter graduated from Lackland High School in San Antonio Texas, where he spent his senior year with his God Parents, William and Nona Godwin. He worked at Pfizer Pharmaceutical Co. (formerly Abbott Laboratories), in Rocky Mount, NC for 31 years as a machine operator. Emerson is fondly known as “Punky” by his family and friends. He will be remembered for his sense of humor. He enjoyed making people laugh. He loved entertaining and socializing with his family and friends. He will especially be remembered for his cookouts and fish frys. Days before Emerson departed this life, he was able to confirm that he had accepted The Lord as his Savior and that he believed that God raised Jesus from the dead. Based on the promise of Romans 10:9 & 10, we hope that the family will find comfort in knowing that Emerson is resting in peace. Emerson leaves to cherish his memories to his loving and devoted wife, Vanessa Leigh Porter; son, Terrell Jordan Porter; Parents, Emerson “Pete” Porter Sr. and Fancy Lynch Porter; Three Sisters: Valarie Smart of Pennsylvania, Carla Porter of Rocky Mount NC and Sonya Silver (husband Anthony) of Nashville NC; Two Nieces: Tamara McCray (husband Troy) and Amber Porter; One Great Nephew, Ari Brooks McCray; a host of cousins, including Two Special Cousins: Donnell Battle and Stanley Richardson. Donnell stood by his side as best man as he made his wedding vows and Stanley was standing right by his bedside, supporting Terrell, as Emerson took his last breath. Emerson will be missed by all his relatives and close friends. ● BE ADVISED: Face Mask are REQUIRED and Social Distancing will be enforced due to Covid-19. Other requirements will be enforced for public safety per NC governor's mandate 📸 LIVESTREAMING will try and be provided via Barnes Funeral Home Facebook page 📸 Here's the Facebook page link...like & share! https://m.facebook.com/barnesfuneralhomecremations/?modal=admin_todo_tour¬if_t=page_invite¬if_id=1605784993769295&ref=m_notif For further information call 252-246-0900, and send your condolences to www.barnesfuneralhome.org. Please keep the Porter family in your prayers.