Clarence James Porter III

Clarence James Porter III, age 49 of Maryville passed unexpectedly on Friday, May 26, 2017 in service to Braden’s Lawn and Landscaping, a business idea born out of the love that he embraced as his mission field. Clarence was born on December 6, 1967 in Charlotte, North Carolina to his parents, the late Clarence James Porter II and Terry Vincil Mills. Clarence is survived by his wife, Amy Porter; children, Kateland Porter and Braden Porter; sister, Sherry Riggs and brother-in-law Todd Riggs; nieces Rachael Watson (and Patrick) and Rebekah Harris as well as extended family and friends that God has so richly blessed us with. Friends may call at their convenience from 11:00 AM until 4:00 PM on Tuesday, May 30, 2017. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Smithview Pavilion, 601 Smithview Dr, Maryville, TN 37803 . A Celebration of Life will follow at 7:00 PM officiated by Sammy Sawyer. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Clarence James Porter III please visit our Sympathy Store.