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Celebrating the life of

Farrolyn Barnes Portune

July 03, 1951 - December 05, 2015

Farrolyn Barnes Portune

SAVANNAH - FARROLYN BARNES PORTUNE, 64, died peacefully in her home Saturday morning, December 5th. She was born July 3, 1951 in Atlanta, GA and lived in Savannah for most of her life with her best friend and husband of 44 years. Before retiring in 2013, she worked at John S. James for more than 40 years.

Surviving are her husband, Robert Portune, of Savannah, GA; her son and daughter-in-law, Jacob and Christine (Robinson) Portune, her son and daughter-in-law, Kristopher and Betsy (Hooks) Portune, of Lexington, SC; and her two grandsons, Tyler and Gavin Portune.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00.p.m. on Tuesday evening with the funeral service being held Wednesday morning at 11:00 a.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. The graveside service will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery. A loving mother and a true fighter, her spirit will live on through the many lives she touched throughout her time with us on Earth.

 

 

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I have known Farrolyn since the 6th grade then she moved on to my block we became such good friends I love this girl.My prayers are to Robert Jacob and Kris. I know God will be with each of you at this time. As Raymond said the 38th street gang we were all good friends and we talked a lot to each other. I miss you so much mt best friend it hurts I love you.

- Nancy W, Glendale, ariz

Robert, Jacob, and Kris, I am so sorry for your pain and loss. Since I have had memories, she has been in my life. She is remarkable, in every way. Kind, loyal, sweet, loving, strong, determined, are just a few words that I think of when I think of her. I am so incredibly saddened by this horrible news! I pray that each of you find comfort and peace with God. It may not come instantly, but it does come. She will forever be missed! ?

- Hope Brown , Savannah , GA

So sorry for your loss, praying for the family.

- Jacqueline Roberson, Savannah, GA

Our prayers are with the Portune Family for their loss. Tho we did not know her well we had met on several occasions as the boys grew. She was a very nice & involved mom proud of her boys. She will be missed. Mike and Celeste

- Michael & Celeste Houser, Savannah, GA

So sorry to hear this, she was a great friend in my early years growing up together on 38th street, we went to school and had great talks on the front steps, we lived across the street from each other. She was a great part of what I called the great 38th street group of friends, Farrolyn, Nancy, Sam, Danny, and me. We created great memories together back then and I will always keep her and her whole family in my prayers, what a great lady God gave us all,rest in peace Farrolyn we will all meet up again some day in the future, and set with on GOD`S steps and talk. Very Sad Raymond

- Raymond Gravley, Savannah, GA.

Robert, I am so sorry to hear about Farrolyn. I know this is a shock for you, and the coming days are not going to be easy. Take your time for healing, we are all different, some take longer than others and I think I was one of the slow ones. Will be back in Sav during the Christmas Holidays and hope to see you. Sorry I missed you guys over Thanksgiving, but Robby & Debbie explained why you guys were in Atlanta. Wish You the Best Dennis

- Dennis Lanier, Myrtle Beach, S C

We are so sorry to hear about passing of Farrolyn, She was a very nice and lovely person

- Percher, Marietta, Ga

Robert and family, I am so sorry to hear about Farrolyn. I will keep you all in my prayers.

- Pat Kelly, Savannah, GA

Robert , so very sorry about farrolyn , had not seen her in yrs but I know how sweet of a lady she was . everytime kim and I saw you farrolyn was right there with you. please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers

- kim shirah , midway , ga

Please accept my sincerest and deepest condolences. Farrolyn's warm and loving presence is greatly missed along with her contagious laugh.

- Claudia Moreno, Savannah, GA

Robert, Jacob & Kris, Words cannot express how sorry I was to hear of your/our loss. My condolences and prayers go out to you and the entire family. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. May God give you the strength to endure the grief and comfort all your pain. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. God bless.Debra Swain (JSJ Co)

- Debra Swain, Savannah, ga

Your courage and strength, there are no words to describe it..you were an inspiration to me every time we saw each other..I pray I have just a part of your strength and the support of a devoted husband and family, fly away and RIP sweet lady...

- Jenniee Brannen, Savannah, Ga

Robert, we are saddened to hear of your lost. My God bless you and your family.

- Ernest, Karin & Jamaun Frazier, Savannah, Ga

I am saddened to hear of my friend Farrolyn's passing. My prayers and heartfelt love go to Robert, Kris and the family. God bless you in your time of grief. Just remember the Great times we have all shared with her. Love and blessings. Dot

- Dot Cannon Cowart, Twin City, GA

My heart goes out to you Robert, Kris, and Jacob. Farrolyn was such a beautiful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time.

- Margo Sullivan, Savannah, GA

Betsy and Kris, We were so sad to hear of your mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you as only He can and my your wonderful memories help to ease your pain as time passes. We love you! Beverly and Gates

- Beverly and Gates Meadows, Leesville, SC

Dear Robert I have been thinking of you and your family since I read this on Facebook of Farrolyn's passing.. I am so sorry life is just way too short and it's a shame we don't live closer!i do have some great memories of her and it sounds like she was loved by many. I know God has acquired another beautiful angel and is being welcomed by my mom, grandma, Aunt Babs and Uncle Eddie. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and I will be thinking of you during this difficult time and pray to God to give you the strength. I love you Jackie

- Jackie Gusman Thayer , Homestead, Fla

Words cannot express what I am feeling right now. Farrolyn was always a friendly, loving, and caring person. She had a beautiful spirit and had a kind word to say. She made me feel welcome at John S. James Co. as we had lunch together. She is at peace. She is at rest and is in the hands of the Lord. Robert, Jacob, and Kris you all are in my prayers.

- Lenora Moore, Garden City, GA

Big Rob, Jacob and Chris, Vicki and I are so very sorry for your loss. Robert, we all know Farrolyn has not only a beloved wife but a true friend and mother. Vic and I are hurting for y'all.

- Bernie and Vicki Griner, Pooler, Ga.

Robert and family, We are so sorry that you have lost beautiful Farrolyn! One of the kindest people on this Earth. God bless you all and give you strength. ?O ?O?E ??I?. ??E I? ??EE.

- Ronny and Connie Brown, Port Wentworth, GA

What a wonderful woman, our hearts are broken, we love Farrolyn and Robert very much, words cannot express the loss we feel, Love you Farrolyn, So so sorry for Robert and the boys, Much love to you all! Farrolyn you are one of a kind, the best cousin we could have asked for!

- Judy Mayfield, Hoschton,, Ga

We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for the portunes. Xoxo

- Marha and Jeremy Leonard, Columbia, SC

Prayers to all of you in this time of loss. May you all have wonderful memories and find some peace in celebrating her life. She was such a wonderful woman and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Jen and Clay

- Clay and Jen Farlow, Acworth, Ga

I have known Farrolyn since the 6th grade then she moved on to my block we became such good friends I love this girl.My prayers are to Robert Jacob and Kris. I know God will be with each of you at this time. As Raymond said the 38th street gang we were all good friends and we talked a lot to each other. I miss you so much mt best friend it hurts I love you.

- Nancy W, Glendale, ariz

Robert, Jacob, and Kris, I am so sorry for your pain and loss. Since I have had memories, she has been in my life. She is remarkable, in every way. Kind, loyal, sweet, loving, strong, determined, are just a few words that I think of when I think of her. I am so incredibly saddened by this horrible news! I pray that each of you find comfort and peace with God. It may not come instantly, but it does come. She will forever be missed! ?

- Hope Brown , Savannah , GA

So sorry for your loss, praying for the family.

- Jacqueline Roberson, Savannah, GA

Our prayers are with the Portune Family for their loss. Tho we did not know her well we had met on several occasions as the boys grew. She was a very nice & involved mom proud of her boys. She will be missed. Mike and Celeste

- Michael & Celeste Houser, Savannah, GA

So sorry to hear this, she was a great friend in my early years growing up together on 38th street, we went to school and had great talks on the front steps, we lived across the street from each other. She was a great part of what I called the great 38th street group of friends, Farrolyn, Nancy, Sam, Danny, and me. We created great memories together back then and I will always keep her and her whole family in my prayers, what a great lady God gave us all,rest in peace Farrolyn we will all meet up again some day in the future, and set with on GOD`S steps and talk. Very Sad Raymond

- Raymond Gravley, Savannah, GA.

Robert, I am so sorry to hear about Farrolyn. I know this is a shock for you, and the coming days are not going to be easy. Take your time for healing, we are all different, some take longer than others and I think I was one of the slow ones. Will be back in Sav during the Christmas Holidays and hope to see you. Sorry I missed you guys over Thanksgiving, but Robby & Debbie explained why you guys were in Atlanta. Wish You the Best Dennis

- Dennis Lanier, Myrtle Beach, S C

We are so sorry to hear about passing of Farrolyn, She was a very nice and lovely person

- Percher, Marietta, Ga

Robert and family, I am so sorry to hear about Farrolyn. I will keep you all in my prayers.

- Pat Kelly, Savannah, GA

Robert , so very sorry about farrolyn , had not seen her in yrs but I know how sweet of a lady she was . everytime kim and I saw you farrolyn was right there with you. please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers

- kim shirah , midway , ga

Please accept my sincerest and deepest condolences. Farrolyn's warm and loving presence is greatly missed along with her contagious laugh.

- Claudia Moreno, Savannah, GA

Robert, Jacob & Kris, Words cannot express how sorry I was to hear of your/our loss. My condolences and prayers go out to you and the entire family. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. May God give you the strength to endure the grief and comfort all your pain. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. God bless.Debra Swain (JSJ Co)

- Debra Swain, Savannah, ga

Your courage and strength, there are no words to describe it..you were an inspiration to me every time we saw each other..I pray I have just a part of your strength and the support of a devoted husband and family, fly away and RIP sweet lady...

- Jenniee Brannen, Savannah, Ga

Robert, we are saddened to hear of your lost. My God bless you and your family.

- Ernest, Karin & Jamaun Frazier, Savannah, Ga

I am saddened to hear of my friend Farrolyn's passing. My prayers and heartfelt love go to Robert, Kris and the family. God bless you in your time of grief. Just remember the Great times we have all shared with her. Love and blessings. Dot

- Dot Cannon Cowart, Twin City, GA

My heart goes out to you Robert, Kris, and Jacob. Farrolyn was such a beautiful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time.

- Margo Sullivan, Savannah, GA

Betsy and Kris, We were so sad to hear of your mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you as only He can and my your wonderful memories help to ease your pain as time passes. We love you! Beverly and Gates

- Beverly and Gates Meadows, Leesville, SC

Dear Robert I have been thinking of you and your family since I read this on Facebook of Farrolyn's passing.. I am so sorry life is just way too short and it's a shame we don't live closer!i do have some great memories of her and it sounds like she was loved by many. I know God has acquired another beautiful angel and is being welcomed by my mom, grandma, Aunt Babs and Uncle Eddie. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and I will be thinking of you during this difficult time and pray to God to give you the strength. I love you Jackie

- Jackie Gusman Thayer , Homestead, Fla

Words cannot express what I am feeling right now. Farrolyn was always a friendly, loving, and caring person. She had a beautiful spirit and had a kind word to say. She made me feel welcome at John S. James Co. as we had lunch together. She is at peace. She is at rest and is in the hands of the Lord. Robert, Jacob, and Kris you all are in my prayers.

- Lenora Moore, Garden City, GA

Big Rob, Jacob and Chris, Vicki and I are so very sorry for your loss. Robert, we all know Farrolyn has not only a beloved wife but a true friend and mother. Vic and I are hurting for y'all.

- Bernie and Vicki Griner, Pooler, Ga.

Robert and family, We are so sorry that you have lost beautiful Farrolyn! One of the kindest people on this Earth. God bless you all and give you strength. ?O ?O?E ??I?. ??E I? ??EE.

- Ronny and Connie Brown, Port Wentworth, GA

What a wonderful woman, our hearts are broken, we love Farrolyn and Robert very much, words cannot express the loss we feel, Love you Farrolyn, So so sorry for Robert and the boys, Much love to you all! Farrolyn you are one of a kind, the best cousin we could have asked for!

- Judy Mayfield, Hoschton,, Ga

We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for the portunes. Xoxo

- Marha and Jeremy Leonard, Columbia, SC

Prayers to all of you in this time of loss. May you all have wonderful memories and find some peace in celebrating her life. She was such a wonderful woman and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Jen and Clay

- Clay and Jen Farlow, Acworth, Ga

Services under the direction of:

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200