Kari Lynn Porter passed away July 10, 2025. Kari was born on July 21, 1993, in St. Louis, MO to James Lee Porter, Sr. and Judy Lynn Carroll. She was a graduate of Tecumseh High School. Affectionately known as “Puddin Head” by her family, Kari was a vibrant spirit—fearless, outgoing, and full of life. She never met a stranger and had a gift for conversation and connection.
Kari is lovingly remembered by her sister, Kelly Sexton and husband Clayton; her brothers: JJ Kitchen and wife Meghan Earley, James Porter and partner Chrisy Craft, and Jason Porter and wife Celcie. She was a proud and loving aunt to her nieces and nephews: Reese, Brody, and Rylie Sexton; Quentin, Max, and Easton Kitchen; and Keaton and Logan Porter. She also leaves behind her special friend, Ellis Talmasey, who held a meaningful place in her life. Kari was preceded in death by her mother, Judy Lynn Carroll; father, James Lee Porter, Sr.; and her grandparents: Carl and Wilma Eschman, and Glenn and Shirley Porter. No services are scheduled at this time.
