Joseph Vincent “Joe” Porch
November 5, 1952 - May 27, 2026
Joseph Vincent “Joe” Porch, age 73, of Elkton, MD, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
Born in Vineland, NJ on November 5, 1952, he was raised in Bridgeton, NJ by his late parents Tom and Maver (Robinson) Porch. Joe was a graduate of Sacred Heart High School and Cumberland County Community College in Vineland. After college he worked with troubled youth at The Youth Detention Center in Bridgeton. He then began his lifelong career in insurance, working with his father to build a successful insurance brokerage that he would later purchase. The Porch Agency was acquired by Commerce Insurance Services (later Conner Strong & Buckelew) in 2003. Joe retired from Conner Strong & Buckelew in 2018.
Throughout his career, Joe built many lifelong friendships. He enjoyed spending his summers down the shore and on his sailboat in Rock Hall, MD and the winter months skiing. During football season, he could always be found cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles.
Joe is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Patricia (Poggioli) Porch; daughter, Sarah Porch (Jim Vesci); siblings, Ellen Greco (Mike Cudemo) and Tom Porch; brother-in-law, Pete Hoernor; sister-in-law Margaret Poggioli Schaum (Kurt Schaum); devoted grandchildren, Sofia Chletsos and Jack Chletsos; plus many nieces, nephews and dear friends. He was preceded in death by siblings Katie Hoerner and Bill Porch.
Services will be privately held.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to be announced.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joe’s memory to Foundation Fighting Blindness, PO Box 45740, Baltimore, MD 21297 or online by clicking here.
Ozzie Sanchez
My long time friend, we enjoy our time in high school and after graduation, great time in Canada. RIP my dear friend.
Robert Travalinee
Sadly miss a unique one
Dot Harth
Patty,
I am deeply saddened to hear about Joe’s passing . Please accept my condolences during this difficult time. May you find strength, comfort, and peace in the memories you shared with him. He was a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Megan Brennan
I am truly sorry to hear about Joe. He was friends with my brothers & sisters for many years & went to school with them . Richard Sparky Kitt & Molly. He was a great part of my family . My prayers are with his family , Megan Brennan
Jay
So sorry to hear. Joe was a friend and colleague in the insurance business. He was always generous with his time and a true pro. He will be missed – prayers to the family.
Pete Hoerner
Joe left this earth way too early. We still had plenty of plans together. Maybe next time around.
Rest in peace my dear friend.
John Griffin
So sorry for your loss. Joe was a most capable agent for Utica Mutual Insurance and was instrumental in building our educational institution business in New Jersey. Really enjoyed our times together over the years.
Barbara Lagana
I am so sorry for your loss.
Emi Havas
Sarah,
We are sending our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Emi and Deidre
Barry and Lisa Knerr
We just found out about Joe. Sending our deepest sympathy to all of you. Joe was a great person and will be missed. Barry and Lisa Knerr