Michael R. Portner of New Hampton, NH died surrounded by family and love on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at the Elliot Hospital in Manchester, NH.

Michael was born June 1, 1948 In Dallastown, PA, the son of the late Robert Ernest ("Ernie") and Elizabeth "Lillian" (Smith) Portner. He was husband to his wife of 20 years, Marie (Gauthier) Portner of New Hampton. He was also brother to 7 siblings, father to 2 children and 3 step-children, uncle to numerous nieces and nephews, and grandfather to 6 adoring grandchildren.

Prior to retirement, Mr. Portner was a Quality Assurance Engineer and was employed by AssureTec Technologies.

Mr. Portner’s service in the Army brought him to Hawaii, Fiji, Germany, and the Pentagon. He then went on to earn a BS in Computer Engineering from the University of Massachusetts.

Known for his easy and genuine connection with young people, Michael coached youth soccer for decades and started the Youth Group at his church. He was loved and admired by athletes and parents alike.

He enjoyed hiking, kayaking, surfing, skiing, fishing, gardening, woodworking, drawing, and going to musicals, especially The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London.

Michael felt his purpose in life was to make people smile, laugh and be happy and he accomplished this brilliantly every single day. He was a man of faith and loved God deeply.

SERVICES: A visitation will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 3 Peabody Row, Londonderry, NH 03053. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. Committal prayers and interment will be held at Gibson Cemetery, in Pelham, NH.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Center at Mariandale, Ossining, New York in memory of Mr. Portner.

Assisting the family with arrangements is the Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Manchester, NH.