​R.I.P. Bob Porter, Father Of Industry Insider Bruce Porter

​R.I.P. Bob Porter, Father Of Industry Insider Bruce Porter

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H.R. “Bob” Porter, the father of motorcycle racing industry insider Bruce Porter, passed away today at his home in Carmichael, California. He was 92.

Bob Porter was a life-long pilot and was inducted into the Pioneers of Aviation by General Jimmy Doolittle. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marie Porter, sons Bill and Bruce, two grandsons and one great-grandson.

Memorial service plans are pending. 

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