Birth date: Feb 13, 1926 Death date: Nov 20, 2012
Paul Davenport, age 86 died Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at the Centerville Nursing and Rehab Center in Centerville. He was born in 1926 to Reuben and Lorah (Johnston) Davenport in Mineral Wells, Texas. He lived in Texas until he j Read Obituary
I want to thank all of you for the many sweet things that have been said about father. His life touched many. He was a great friend and father, and will be missed, by many. He took the the 'road less traveled', and had arrived at its end. Posted by Mark Davenport - Bloomfield, IA - Son November 28, 2012
My sympathies to the family. I remember when Paul came to New Life School to help us with need for a counselor to meet state requirements. The students always looked forward to his coming and his many words of wisdom and challenges that he left with them and us as teachers. I am sure he will have many jewels in his crown! Candance Angerer Morales Posted by Candance Angerer Morales - Des Moines, IA - friend November 27, 2012
Thinking of you and your family, Beth. Praying for you all. God just got a good one! Posted by Sharon Van Cleave - Bloomfield, IA November 27, 2012
We deeply feel the loss of your Dad. He was a dear friend and we will always value his frienship. He truly was a man 'according to GOD's heart'. I just read in the paper that his funeral service was Saturday. If only we would have known.... We will never forget the love both of your parents showed us when we first moved to hilltown. May GOD enfold you in HIs love and mercy Posted by Ingrid and Larry Freeborn - Centerville, IA - friend November 27, 2012
May the Lord give you and your family courage and strength to keep you going through this tough time. Posted by Annette holmes - Chicago, IL - Coworker of John Davenport November 26, 2012
To Paul's Family, I wish to send you my deepest sympathy in the loss of Paul. We worked together for many years, and I have many fond memories of those times. Our AEA team worked hard to advocate for children and were recognized by the AEA Board as a group who were able to problem-solve for the benefit of each student. Paul worked hard when he worked and played hard when he played. We had numerous end-of-the-year picnics, and I especially enjoyed visiting his farm. I've told Beth this story -- I always thought our oldest child had ADHD with all of the associated problems. Paul really liked this child and kept reassuring me that these same behaviors would serve her well as an independent, assertive, and productive adult. He was right, and I think of his advice often. Paul was a very interesting person because of his many hobbies, concerns, and curiosities. I am sorry I was not able to attend the visitation or funeral. I am recovering from back surgery and probably will have to have more sometime soon. May you find comfort in the support of family and friends, Terry Rezai Posted by Terry Rezai - Bloomfield, IA - AEA Colleague November 26, 2012
I have many memories of a fantastic man with love for God, his family, friends, and those who were in need. We taught together in the Southeast Polk School District. WE started the day with in-depth conversations about whatever was on our minds. He was an amazing listener and always had a kind answer. His faith was the bedrock for his philosophies. There was plenty of room for humor. Invited to dinner was a real treat as we dined on muskrat and coon. Paul thought it was a joke for me to eat such exotic food. He was a treasure. The world has lost a incredible human being who always made time for others. Paul...thanks for the memories and the unconditional love!! Mona Posted by Mona Butters - West Des Moines, IA - friend November 24, 2012
To the family of Paul Davenport, My thoughts and prayers are with you this afternoon as you gather to say goodbye to your father, grandfather, or brother. I taught school for many years at Davis County when Paul served the district as school psychologist. Paul was truly a caring, compassionate educator, qualities that I am sure carried over to other aspects of his life. Paul and I sometimes joked that we had a mutual admiration society because we shared many of the same interests and most of all the acceptance of individual differences in our roles mentoring children. Only in recent years have I come to be friends with Paul and Jewel's daughter, Beth, whose friendship I also cherish. Sincerely, Judy Combs Posted by Judy Combs - Bloomfield, IA - colleague in education November 24, 2012
