Porter Tex Holmes, 18, of Plain City, Utah, passed away peacefully on July 19th, 2026, at Primary Children's Hospital surrounded by his family after beating Leukemia and battling an infection.

Porter was born on December 10th, 2007, in Ogden, Utah. The youngest son of Grant and Johanne Holmes, Porter was diagnosed at an early age with Dravet Syndrome, which left him experiencing catastrophic seizures throughout his life. Porter rarely let his disability get him down. You could always find Porter with a Lightning McQueen or Thomas the Train toy in hand, or stashed in his infamous backpack full of goodies! Porter loved going to school. He had many friends and teachers who adored him. Porter would talk nonstop about his teacher, Ryan (Owen)!

Porter was a true social butterfly, always talking and laughing with everyone. He never struggled to make friends wherever he went. Every person Porter met became special, and their light became brighter from their interactions with him. His smile, kindness, laughter, and pure joy had a way of bringing people together.

Porter showed the world that love doesn’t need words to be felt or heard, and that a beautiful soul can make an extraordinary impact on the lives around them. Despite all the challenges that Porter faced, his spirit and positive attitude never failed. He truly endured to the end, and his memory will continue to shine. Porter is survived by his parents, Grant and Johanne; his brothers, Joshua, Bridger, and Kord; his grandmother, Linda Holmes, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Porter is preceded in death by his grandparents, Sybil and Art Cude, and Grant Holmes Sr.; his uncles, Brent Cude and Karl Robinson; and his cousins, Jacob Cornia and Vera Holmes.

The family extends sincere appreciation and gratitude to Dr. Anne Baranko, Dr. Frances Filloux, Dr. Matthew Sweeny, Dr. Kelly Parker, and all the doctors and staff on the pediatric hematology and oncology teams. Also, special thanks to the life flight and respiratory teams throughout the years, and the doctors, nurses, and staff on the ICS and PICU floor for taking exceptional care of Porter.

Viewing and funeral services will be held at the Farr West Stake Center, 2132 W 2700 N, Farr West, Utah, 84404. A viewing will be held Friday, July 24th, from 5-8 pm. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, July 25th, with a viewing from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. Interment to follow at Ben Lomond Cemetery in North Ogden, 526 East 2850 North, North Ogden, Utah 84414. A celebration luncheon will be held at the Stake Center directly afterwards. All are welcome.