Lona Pearl Porter, 100, of Clanton, Alabama passed away August 26, 2026, at a local nursing home. She was born December 13, 1925, in Alabama, daughter of the late Thomas Williamson and the late Lizzie Williamson. 

She retired from the Chilton County Tag Department after many years of service. After retirement, she was employed with Walmart for 15 years and retired at 84 years old. She was a long-time member of West End Baptist Church where she loved her Sunday School class and delighted in many functions at the church. She enjoyed traveling with WEBC, Providence Baptist Church, Clanton Travel Club, and many trips with her daughter and grandson. She treasured cooking for her family and friends as often as possible. She leaves behind a legacy defined by hard work, profound selflessness, and a lifelong dedication to putting others first. 

Surviving are her Son, Bo (Pam) Owens; Daughter, Kay Dennis; Grandson, Kyle (Rachelle) Dennis; Great-Grandsons, Clay Dennis, Remy Dennis; numerous nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her Father, Thomas Earl Williamson; Mother, Lizzie Leona Williamson; 1st Husband, John Will Owens; 2nd Husband, Sidney Porter; Son, J. Allen Owens; Son-in-Law, William Dennis; 8 Brothers and Sisters. 

Friends will be received Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at West End Baptist Church. 

Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 11:00 am. at West End Baptist Church with Rev. James Watkins and Rev. Eddie Lightsey officiating. 

Interment will follow in Martin Memorial Cemetery, Clanton, Alabama. Pallbearers will be Patrick and Blake Norman, Kyle Dennis, Terry Wyatt, Frank Owen, and Randle Tibbs. 

Flowers will be accepted or donations to the West End Baptist Church Building Fund, 2005 2nd Ave. North, Clanton, AL 35045. Martin Funeral Home directing. You may leave online condolences for the family on the guest registry at www.martinfuneralhomeinc.com.