Jeremy Porter Bischoff

Jeremy “Porter” Bischoff was born November 10th, 1987, in New Haven CT. The son of Walter and Mary Ellen Bischoff. He was raised primarily in New Haven, attended New Haven public schools, but graduated from Hamden High school. Jeremy was always very fond of church and for most of his life, he sowed his gifts to various ministries throughout Connecticut. As young as five years old, he was one of the lead vocalists of the New Haven Gospel Travelaires. His love for music and entertainment led him to his business pursuit of event promoting. He was a man with big dreams and was never afraid to try out new business ventures. He was the owner of Mary Ellen’s Grocery and Deli in West Haven CT. And Co-owner of the Embassy Hall, also in West Haven CT. Anyone who knew Jeremy, knew how much he adored his son Jeremiah who was his pride and joy. Jeremy took being a father seriously and Jeremiah was indeed Jeremy’s priority. Jeremy was very driven, ambitious, and had love for a high-quality life without limits. He displayed that in just about everything he did. Jeremy lived his life infectiously, he touched so many along his journey. He was an advocate of living life to the fullest and would encourage everyone he cared about to do the same. “Tomorrow isn’t promised baby!” was one of his favorite quotes! One thing of many, that he leaves behind with those he loved, is the demonstration of how important it is to cherish every moment we have here on this earth. Jeremy departed this life and entered eternal rest on June 27th, 2022. He leaves to remember his life, celebrate his love, and mourn his departure; His mother Mary Ellen Bischoff of New Haven, CT., his only son Jeremiah of New Haven CT., his big sister Lucresha Cole of Hamden, CT., two brothers: Kwasi Burgess and Haji Bischoff both of New Haven, Ct., three nephews; A’lahn Vonnie Cole, Amaadi Cole, and Kwaun Cole all of Hamden CT., a niece; Krystal Williams of Mobile Alabama, a great niece Marlee Rae Cox-Cole, Mentor/sister Carla Yarborough of Memphis, TN., and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends from various places across the map. Jeremy was predeceased by his big brother Wayne Cole of New Haven CT. and his maternal grandparents Sarah and Robert Burgess Sr.

Jeremy Porter Bischoff

November 10, 1987 - June 27, 2022