Wayne Porter, longtime resident of Transcona, passed away on September 7, 2021 at Grace Hospital.
He was predeceased by his mother Mamie, father Albert, and brother Robert (Bob). He is survived by daughter Tammy, son Greg, many grandchildren, and very special friend Nikki Powell. While his father was in the army Wayne lived on his grandfathers farm, Chesters Dairy – Site of present day Costco on Regent – then moving into Transcona.
Wayne hired on for the CNR one day after his 16th birthday working in the round house yard in Transcona, Paddington Fort Rouge and Symington. In 1965 he started at the CN Express Garage – Site of present day Forks – then moving to the CN Automotive Garage AT Symington Retire Inc. in 1995.
Wayne and Nikki were great travelling companions, taking many trips to the West Coast on their motorcycle. Wayne bought his first bike in 1955 and sold his last one in 2010. Other trips to Cuba, Vegas, Laughlin, Wendover as well as many car trips to US and Penticton.
There is no funeral, cremation has taken place.
9 thoughts on “Wayne Porter”
RIP Mr Porter, the heavens gates are open for such a great man, rider and soul. P.S thanks for all the cool stores and rides. 👊🏼
I’m an old friend of Tamar, and Wayne was a big part of my childhood. Sending Tam, Greg and their families a giant hug. Rip Mr Porter I hope you’ve found peace.
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Our sincere condolences. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Love: The Pidhirney family.
My sincere sympathy to Tammy, Greg and family at this most difficult time.
Sorry to hear of Wayne”s passing. I’m an old friend and motorcycle enthusiast from Transcona. We first met in the late 50″s and bonded over our interest in bikes.
I met Wayne over 30 years old, with an instant attraction to his adventurist spirit.
We had many Great Moments together on the Motorcycle – many “discussions” on how much luggage I could safely jam on to the motorcycle. Or in our suitcases headed to Cuba or Vegas etc.
The happiest moments in his final Days was talking with & spending time with his caring Grandsons – Nathan, Jace, Rey & Matthew.
He will be sadly missed by all of us.
RIP my sweetheart. ❤
Night Night
I’m so sorry to hear that we lost such a great person who made my mom so happy and who was her bestfriend (Nikki Powell)
You gave my mom such her most wonderful and happiest memories. Your motorcycle trips to the mountains every summer and all the many many day trips. You will truly be missed. Rest easy Wayne
My condolences go out to the extended family of retired former Headmaster Mr. Porter on the passing of Mr. Porter. Mrs. Tytgat and I had very nice conversations while her daughter was employed with Child & Family Services.