Jean Tansey Porter
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Born: December 25, 1919

Died: June 17, 2019

Married: Jack Porter

Children: Ann Lundy

Jean Tansey Porter was left a 25-year old widow with a four month old daughter by the death of her husband in World War II.


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Jean Tansey Porter - East Lansing - Educator, environmentalist, world traveler, witness and participant in historical events, Jean possessed an inquiring mind and was a life long learner.

She was preceded in her death by her husband Jack E. Porter (Purple Heart WWII) and their daughter Ann Lundy, along with her brothers Bud (Margaret) Tansey and Bob (Barb) Tansey and their parents Florence and Mike Tansey.

Jean's zest for living life will continue to inspire her grandchildren; son-in-law; niece; two great grandsons and numerous nieces and nephews.

An eternal optimist Jean expressed her gratitude for the beauty, joy and friendships each day brought to her. A member of the People's Church, East Lansing and Burcham Communities, she will be missed by her numerous friends.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.greastlansing.com for the Porter family.