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IRON RIVER -- Robert "Bob" R. Porier, 89, of Iron River, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, at Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson in Iron Mountain.
He was born on March 1, 1937, in Marquette, the son of the late Ralph and Lillian (Wernholm) Porier. He attended Iron River Schools, graduating with the Class of 1955.
After graduation, he served in the U.S. Navy as a plane captain, stationed in the U.S. and Italy.
Bob married Judy McLean on June 26, 1993, in Iron River. They celebrated their 33rd wedding anniversary this year.
He was employed as a custodian for Ice Lake Medical Clinic.
Bob enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, duck hunting, gardening, woodworking and just being outdoors.
Bob is survived by his wife, Judy; sons Jeffrey (Judy) Porier of Iron Mountain and Michael (Faye) Porier of Iron River; sister Lorraine Johannes of California; sister-in-law Nancy Porier of Iron River; grandchildren Jeremy (Rachel) Porier, Christopher (Mindy) Porier, Jennifer (Scott) Cartwright, Anne (Joseph) Donohue, Kristina (Jed) Smith and Andrew Porier; nine great-grandchildren, with one on the way; nieces and nephews; and extended family and friends.
He was also preceded in death by his brother, Bruce Porier; brother-in-law Ted Johannes; and grandson Bobby Porier.
A graveside service will be held at Resthaven Cemetery in the fall. The West Side Veterans will accord military rites at the graveside.
Condolences may be expressed to the family of Robert "Bob" R. Porier online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.