The family of Wayne Douglas Porter wishes to announce his peaceful passing on January 24, 2026, at the Cumberland County Regional Health Care Centre in Nappan, Nova Scotia, with his loving family by his side. Wayne was born on March 21, 1947, the first child of Cyril and Olive Porter of Fenwick, Nova Scotia.

From a young age, Wayne's love of driving drew him to the trucking industry. He began his career driving for Harold Ogden in Amherst, and by the fall of that year, he was headed to Freehold, New Jersey, hauling a load of Christmas trees. Wayne concluded his trucking career in 2004 while working with Armour Transport Systems, following a woods accident that brought significant lifestyle changes. Despite this, his love of driving never faded. He and his wife continued to travel as much as possible-even if it was just a drive around the block. Whether that "block" turned into a short trip or a day of driving, as long as Wayne was behind the wheel he was happy.

Before his accident, Wayne and his wife operated a fair-sized maple woods, a venture that was a great deal of work but brought them much enjoyment. When spring work was finished, attention would turn to the family-run sawmill, another side passion that gave Wayne great pleasure.

Wayne married the love of his life, Judith Read, in October 1966. They celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary last year. Together they had three daughters: Edith, Margo, and Belinda. Edith married Mike Riley, and they have three sons: Patrick (Jaime), Matthew (Anna), and Christopher. Margo married Michael Stiles, and they have two children: Merrisa (Charles) and Travis (Rebecca). Belinda married James "Jamie" Nason, and they have three sons: Allen James "AJ" (Michelle), Ryan (Merissa), and Alexander.

Wayne is survived by his sisters, Ann Landry (Roger Wilcox) and Carol Paquin; sisters-in-law Vonda Read Rice and Varlene Read (Sherman); and brother-in-law Tony Eaton (Shelly). In addition to his grandchildren, Wayne and Judy were honoured to have 17 great-grandchildren, as well as nine nieces and nephews.

Wayne was predeceased by brothers-in-law Bill Landry, Ed Coates, and Albie Rice.

Wayne's cremation has been entrusted to MacDiarmid's Funeral Home & Crematorium, Oxford. Burial will take place at a later date. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Cumberland VON for their outstanding support over the past 21 years. A special thank you to Mechelle Long and the many other nurses who assisted Wayne and our family during that time. Our respect and gratitude for this service are beyond words. Donations may be made to a charity of one's choice