Porter L. Chism Obit

Jan. 11, 1934 Albion Journal Register

Porter L. Chism Died Suddenly in Michigan Monday

Porter L. Chism, 36, Second son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Chism of this city, passed away suddenly at his home in Saginaw, Michigan, Monday morning at 6:30. The news of his passing, in the form of a telegram to the family, was a shock not only to them, but to the entire community as well. According to meagre information contained in the message, death followed pneumonia after a brief illness.
The deceased was born in Albion, attended local grade and high schools and was well known and beloved by a large number of our residents. Following his graduation from high school, he went to Saginaw where, as an employee of General Motors Corporation, he arose to a position of responsibility. While in Michigan, the United States entered the World War, and he entered the service of his country. He was stationed at Fort Dodge, Iowa, until the conflict ended.
On June 9, 1920, he was united in marriage to Miss Thelma Marriott of Browns, who with two children, Jack and Mary Katherine, survive. He also leaves his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Chism, two sisters, Miss Bonalynn and Mrs. G. R. Hilgeman of Albion, and an older brother, Howard of Saginaw.
Mr. and Mrs. Chism and Miss Bonalynn and Mr. and Mrs. Hilgeman and son, Charles William, left Monday morning for Saginaw, where funeral services were held and interment was made.