Riley Alphonse Portie Jr. and his wife, Emily Deann (Hinote) Portie both passed away Sunday evening in Orange.
A memorial service will be Friday, May 29, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange. A gathering of family and friends will be from 4:00 p.m. until service time.
Riley was born in Thibodaux, LA on February 25, 1961 and Emily was born in Foley, AL on April 18, 1965. He was a production superintendent for Wagner Oil Company and she was the backbone and homemaker of their family. They loved riding their motorcycles together, camping and spending time with their kids and grandkids. Riley also enjoyed clay shooting and motocross with his kids as a favorite family pastime. Emily was the most loving and idealistic mother who supported, loved and cared for her family through even the most difficult times. She was a proud breast cancer survivor, an avid reader, enjoyed attending Kingdom Hall Jehovah Witnesses West Church and most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Riley is preceded in death by his dad, Riley Alphonse Portie, Sr., sister, Susan Fisher and brother, Jerry Portie and Emily is preceded in death by her dad, Arthur “Mackie” Hinote; brother, Kazzie Hinote and sister, Victoria Hinote and they both lost their grandson, Fox Mackie Henning.
Together they are survived by their children, Chris and wife, Kala (Tynes) Portie of Port Neches; Josh and wife, Jessica (Norton) Henning of Robertsdale, AL, Zach and wife, Mallorie (Frey) Henning of Orange, Christopher Henning and fiancé Ashley Johnson of Loxley, AL and Kazzie Portie of Orange and their grandchildren, Emily, Madelenie, Thor and Penelope Henning, Zoe, Mason and Alice Henning and Farrah Henning. Riley is also survived by his mom, Lucy (Leger) Portie; siblings, Steve Portie, Vicky Carter, Sonia Rowell, Judy Guy, Tina Riordan, Linda Tyler, Randy Portie and Kathy Reed and Emily is also survived by her mom, Norma Elizabeth (Phillips) Hinote; siblings, Artie Hinote, Freddie Hinote, Billy Crawford, Michael Freeman, Tracy Booth and Darlene Owens. They both leave behind many nieces, nephews, family and friends who will miss them both.
Contributions or donations are welcome and can be made at the funeral home.
Condolences
Jeff Menard - B&B Oilfield Services
February 29, 2024
Jeff Menard - B&B Oilfield Services purchased the Beautiful in Blue for the family of Riley and Emily Portie.
Alabama Power Company - Combined Cycle
February 29, 2024
Alabama Power Company - Combined Cycle purchased the Heavenly Grace Spray for the family of Riley and Emily Portie.
James And Brenda Parker
May 29, 2015
Each if you are in our prayers. May God give you a peace today and all the days ahead. I know they will be missed not only by family but also by many friends. Prayers are with you today and the days to come.
Cynthia Toliver
May 29, 2015
My son, Gordon Reaux and I, Cynthia Toliver want to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Although we are saddened by your loss, we are happy that we were welcomed into your lives. We have warm, lasting memories of Riley and Emily and their boys. We pray that God will give you strength, comfort and peace. Our lives were enriched for knowing them and you.
Anonymous
May 28, 2015
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Riley and Emily Portie.
Anonymous
May 28, 2015
Vivid Recollections was purchased for the family of Riley and Emily Portie.
Steve And Kate Grimes
May 27, 2015
Steve and Kate Grimes purchased the Peaceful White Lilies Basket for the family of Riley and Emily Portie.
Susan L
May 27, 2015
To the family of Riley and Emily, My heartfelt condolences during this difficult time of sorrow. You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert U.
May 27, 2015
Robert U. purchased the Beautiful in Blue for the family of Riley and Emily Portie.
Rebecca Kespelher
May 27, 2015
Kazzie, I am truly blessed to know you. You are an amazing young man and I hate that this has happened. You are loved by so many. All that can be done now is take it one day at a time and keep making your parents proud of you. Always in my prayers and loved. Rebecca Kespelher
Melissa
May 27, 2015
I JUST CANT REALLY THINK OF WHAT TO SAY OR DO TO TAKE YOUR PAIN FROM YOU. THE ONLY ONE THAT COMFORT YOU WOULD BE EACH OTHER AND GOD ALMIGHTY. YALL WILL BE IN MY PRAYS FOR DAYS TO COME. ALTHOUGH I DONT KNOW YOU MY HEART BREAKS FOR YOU AS I DO KNOW YOU. GOD BLESS
Aunt Kathy Portie
May 27, 2015
Aunt Kathy Portie purchased the Divine Peace Bouquet for the family of Riley and Emily Portie.