Ian, who died last August, aged 87, was heavily involved in the Hastings Old Town Carnival for many years and was a former chair of the Hastings Week Committee.
He was known for cutting a distinctive figure in his flamboyant waistcoat and distinctive red hat and for conducting many charity auctions. Ian was also an active member of the Hastings Winkle Club, of which he was treasurer for many years. Ian gave service to the community as an independent Custody Visitor, reporting on the condition of custody centres and looking out for the welfare of detainees.
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1. Coronation street party in Courthouse Street, Hastings Old Town. Photo by Kevin Boorman. Unveiling of a memorial bench in memory of Ian Porter.
Unveiling of a memorial bench in memory of Ian Porter. Pic Kevin Boorman. Photo: Kevin Boorman
2. Ian Porter
Ian Porter Photo: supplied
3. Ian Porter Memorial Bench Unveiling Courthouse Street
Unveiling the bench. Pic by Kevin Boorman Photo: supplied
4. Coronation street party in Courthouse Street, Hastings Old Town. Photo by Kevin Boorman. Unveiling of a memorial bench in memory of Ian Porter. Ian's wife Carol Porter is pictured here.
Unveiling of a memorial bench in memory of Ian Porter. Ian's wife Carol Porter is pictured here. Pic by Kevin Boorman Photo: Kevin Boorman