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Portia Winborne


Sunrise: November 16, 1969

Sunset: June 28, 2020

Portia Ann Winborne, known to her family and friends as “Po-Po” and “Turkey Chops” was the third child of Essie Johnson – Gibbs and the late MacArther Winborne Sr. She was born in Portsmouth, VA on November 16, 1969. She was called home to be with her heavenly father on June 28, 2020.

Portia received Christ as her personal savior at an early age. She was a member of Macedonia Church in Woodbury, NJ. She received her education in Portsmouth Public Schools. Portia worked for Community Systems and Corporation in New Castle, Delaware for the last fifteen years doing what she loved, providing support and care to adults with disabilities.

Portia was preceded in death by her loving father, and sister, MacArther Winborne Sr. and Denise Marchelle Winborne- Turner. Left to cherish her precious memories is her mother, Essie Johnson- Gibbs of Portsmouth, VA, four sisters; Wanda Winborne – Ferguson (Kenny) of Portsmouth, VA, Shawn Winborne of Smyrna, DE, Nudgie Williams of Cofield, NC and Bridgette Winborne – Judge (Tarant) of Norfolk, VA. One brother, MacArther Winborne Jr. (Nikki) of Portsmouth, VA, five nieces whom she adored, Jekiah, Jamilia, Jamiah, JeKaliah and Kylah, four nephews who was
the light of her life, Jabari, MacArther “Lil Mac”, Jequille and Tarant Jr. along with a host of great-nieces and nephews whom she adored.

Viewing Wednesday, July 8, 2020 2:00pm - 6:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 7246 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23505 Service WATCH SERVICE LIVE ONLINE Thursday, July 9, 2020 11:00am Metropolitan Funeral Service Granby Chapel Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery 8100 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23505 The family is following the CDC and State of Virginia guidelines for funeral attendance

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    Deborah Lee says

    Sending my prayers and heart felt condolence to Shawn and family. Words can’t express the pain and sorrow that’s with you at this time.

    I will truly miss you “Poke Chop”

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    Jekiah Winborne says

    This just doesn’t seem real. I can’t even believe I’m typing this for you. Words can’t describe how much I’m missing you already. I count the days that it has been since I heard your voice. I reread all of our messages. I keep replaying all the times we’ve laughed, talked, cried, and the time I was just able to enjoy you. You were truly one of a kind, with a heart of gold. The kids are gonna miss their Delaware summer vacations. I love you forever auntie❤️

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    Bridget Winborne-Judge says

    To my big sis i hope i made you proud at some point. I have always had a indescribable love for you i think back to being a child and eagerly waiting on you to come pick me it didnt matter where we going as long as i was with you. I cant believe i am writing this but continue to rest PoPo my love i will see you when i get there. Kiss Daddy and Denise for me….

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    Pam Clemons says

    Auntie and cousins this just took breath away when I got the news. I feel so much love for you all. This is hard. Oh God give us all the memories you can find to bring us just a little bit of comfort. Thank you Lord. Amen

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    Edwina Smaw-Roberts says

    To the Winborne Family I am so very sorry for the lost of your love. I pray that God will guide you doing this difficult time. May God comfort you all and give you the strength to care her memories with you forever.

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    Buddy and Gina Perry says

    Rest in Peace cuz. To the family our deepest sympathies and condolences in your time of sorrow. May God continue to give you comfort.

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    Janice Winborne says

    I have some beautiful memories of this shining star and I will forever remember her smile and laugh. I am somewhat sadden that we didn’t get to spend more moments together but Porsha will always live in my heart. I will miss her. My deepest sympathy to the family. Departure of a love one is never easy. It will take some time before the healing began. Just keep in mind that to be absent of the body is to be present with the Lord. Peace and Blessings to you all. Your Cousin, Janice

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    Tiarah Thomas says

    As I type this I am wiping my tears and still trying to process this . Aunt Portia, I am so thankful that I have been able to enjoy you and share soooo many amazing memories with you. It is crazy bc I met you when I was in the 6th grade and now I’m 26 . You have literally raised me and been apart of my journey. Thank you for always treating me like family and loving me unconditionally. Thank you for every girl talk, introducing me to that funny American dad episode lol, and every hysterical laugh shared between me, you & Mia. I have memories for days and I literally laugh out just thinking of them. I’m going to miss every funny thing that would come out of your mouth, but part of me knows that you are up there sharing laughs with God. You will truly be missed Aunt Portia. To the sweetest woman I know – you have left an everlasting mark in my heart and I will always remember you. Peace & love – until next time.
    Love
    Ya Baby /niece TT

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