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Kenneth H. Davenport, Jr., 71, of Springfield, died at 9:57 PM, Saturday, May 30, 2015 at St. John’s Hospice.
He was born October 27, 1943 in Springfield, to Kenneth H., Sr. and Thelma Buck Davenport. He married Victoria Harris Rosenthal in 2000. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Victoria, with whom he has shared the past twenty two years; three sons, Matthew (Brae) Davenport of Springfield, Aaron Davenport of Salisbury and Chris Davenport of Springfield; two step sons, Michael Rosenthal and Daniel (Vanessa) Rosenthal both of Springfield; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; one sister, Nancy (Pat) Derhake of Springfield; two brothers, Gerry (Rhonda) Davenport and Kirby (Martha) Davenport both of Springfield; one uncle Danny Buck of Springfield and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and one infant son, Jeffery Davenport.
Kenneth is a graduate of Lanphier High School and Quincy University. He is a Vietnam War Veteran serving in the Air Force Reserves. He retired after 20+ years of service from the State of Illinois as an operating engineer for local #399. He had previously worked for Capital Township as an accountant. Kenneth was a member of Real Life Church. He was a member of the St. Paul’s Masonic Lodge #500; Springfield Consistency of the Scottish Rite; ANSAR Shriner. He was previously a member of the AATV Four Wheeler Unit of the ANSAR Shrine and Springfield Motor Boat Club; IATSE #138; Laborers Union; Whitetails and Ducks Unlimited; NWTF and was a Republican Precinct Committee Man.
Visitation: 1-3 pm Sunday, June 7, 2015 at Staab Funeral Home with a Masonic Service at 3pm. An additional visitation will be held from 10:30 – 11:30 am, Monday, June 8, 2015 at Real Life Church. Funeral Service: 11:30 am, Monday, June 8, 2015 at Real Life Church with Pastor Clint Cook officiating.
Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery, where Military Honors will be conducted. Following the Burial there will be a meal provided at Real Life Church.
Memorial contributions may be made to ANSAR Shriner Children’s Hospital. - See more at: http://www.staabfuneralhomes.com/obituary/kenneth-h-davenport-jr/#sthash.ksTjf0cn.dpuf
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Beverly King (Collins)
So sad to hear about Ken. I went through grade school at Enos and then on to Lanphier High Schoolwith him. He was a very nice person. Met up with him years later accidently with Veronica and was happy to hear that he had a successful life and was happily married to Veronica. Condolences to his family. Beverly Collins
Frank S. Adamo
I remember Ken, though I didn't really know him. I'm amazed at how much we learn of those who have passed through obituraries and attending funeral services. Even those I have known here in CA, I learn so much more after thier passing. Thank you all so much for keeping us informed. Though it is a sad moment, it is also a joy to learn about them.
Ronald Schwabe
Hate to hear bout Kenny, we used to hunt some together years back as well as attend LHS, good guy, when my wife managed the cafeteria at the Williard Ice Bldg. she saw Ken evey day and we kept in touch that way.
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John C. Young
Can still see the Redhead hitting a jumper from the corner. No doubt he lived life to the fullest.
John Marchiando (Marchiando)
I remember walking to Enos as we picked up school mates along the way and Kenny was one of the group. He was a great guy and I am sure his family will miss him. So long ARROW I hope there is a basketball court in Heaven for you.
John Marchiando
Larry Fults
I remember Kenny & our friends in scouting & campouts, especially Colorado Jamboree 1960 with Rich Meyer, Scotty Cull, & I and backpacking around Philmont Ranch in New Mexico mountains.
Basketball at Enos outside courts rain, snow, & 100 degree heat for several years.
Riding in the '39 with the boys on summer nights meeting the girls, going to bowling, batting cage, miniature golf, trampolines, around the lake, 66 Drive In and to the Icy & Russell's.
Early morning rabbit hunting in Athens & trap shooting at N.R.A.
We all had so much fun with Kenny. We will all miss him.
But, we need to celebrate about the 'good ole times of youth'.
And. Condolences to all Kenny's family & friends.
Lawrence A. (Larry) Wieties
"Red Head" was truly one of a kind. Big man, scrappy and tough with a big heart. We went through cub and boy scouts, grade school at Enos and then later at Lanphier. "Arrow" was the last player to make our sophmore basketball team and through hard work and determination, we voted him the most valuable player our senior year. He was extremely proud of that and I noticed the State Journal Register article was displayed prominently by his casket. Later we were teammates again in the springfield recreational league and had some great times on and off the court.
I will miss his friendship and his great laugh. He is in a better place now and the pain and suffering are over.