Rodney Lufkin Davenport Jr

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Rodney Davenport Obituary

RODNEY LUFKIN

DAVENPORT, JR.

1944 ~ 2009

Rodney Lufkin Davenport, Jr., age 64, passed away peacefully Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009, in Paradise, CA. He was born in Seattle , WA to Rodney Lufkin and Dorothy Mae Cox Davenport on August 4, 1944.

He moved to Lehi, UT at the age of 15 and graduated from Lehi High School in 1962. Rodney served an LDS mission to Switzerland where he was able to touch many lives with his firm testimony of our Savior. His mission experience helped strengthen him spiritually for his many leadership callings within the LDS church, the latest being the Chico Stake Patriarch. After returning from his mission he met and fell in love with Venetta Morrill, whom he married November 23, 1966 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Rodney went on to finish his degree from Brigham Young University in 1972 and utilized his education to work in municipal finance for over 25 years, which brought him to the Town of Paradise from Tracy, CA. Family was extremely important to Rodney.

He was a wonderful father. He was blessed to realize his dream of having a large family as attested by the 11 children and 20 grandchildren that graced his life. Rodney is preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Mae Cox and his step-mother, LaRee Gray. He is survived by his wife, Venetta and his 11 children: Alicia (Spencer) Grant, Kyra (Whitney) Hall, Krista (Dan) Anderson, Ryan (Jenny) Davenport, Annelisa (Doug) Hales of Utah, Diana (Andy) Anderson of WA, Clarissa (Doug) Young, Rodney (Kasey) Davenport, Royce (Sarah) Davenport, Randall Davenport, and Celia Davenport of CA. He is also survived by his father and six siblings, all who reside in Utah .

A visitation will be held Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, from 4-8 p.m. at the Rose Chapel Funeral Home, 6382 Clark Road , Paradise, CA. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, February 26, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at the Buschmann LDS Chapel, 1045 Buschmann Road, Paradise, CA, with viewing one hour prior to the service. Burial will be Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 in Grover, UT.

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Published by Chico Enterprise-Record on Feb. 24, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Rodney Davenport

11 Entries

Ken Nunez

March 10, 2009

Missy and I will truly miss Rod. Your family have always been in our thoughts over these many years. I can still see, in my mind's eye, Rod sitting in Primary with a bunch of kids hanging all over him... because they wanted to be near him. He was such a great example to me. I will always cherish Rod's great love and concern for our own family. It was such a blessing to have him be a witness of our Temple marriage. I will always be grateful for the blessing I received in having Rod bestow upon me the Melchizedek Priesthood. I thank the Lord for the wonderful opportunity to have ever known Rod.

Collette Bassett

February 27, 2009

Dear Venette, I so sorry to hear about the passing of Bro. Davenport. He was one of my favorite people. He was always willing to help in seminary, and made my job as a teacher so much easier. I will miss his gentle kind smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Linda Walker

February 27, 2009

Venette, We were so sorry to hear of your husbands passing, know that our prayers are with you, Lynn and I have talked about you and wondered where you were. Out thoughts to you and your family. Lynn and Linda Walker(class mates from years ago.)

Jackie Bunnell

February 27, 2009

Dear Vanetta:
My condolences to you as you suffer the loss of your sweet husband. I lost mine 6 years ago. Thank heavens to have made it with him so many years, and the children and grandchildren are the legacy of that love -- truly your reward in heaven here on earth.

Love, Jackie (Noble) Bunnell

DeVonne Billings

February 25, 2009

Sister Davenport and Family,

How very sorry to hear of Patriarch Davenports passing. We know the Lord's hand is in all things and hope that you find peace and comfort in that knowledge also. May he bless, keep and inspire you through the remainder of your time here until you are reunited once again with your Sweetheart, father and grandfather.

The Billings Family

Victoria Sinclaire

February 24, 2009

Rod was such a wonderful person. Over the years that he was with the town I would come in with my daughter to see my mom and he was always so sweet. Everyone really liked him and looked to him for guidance. My heart sank some when I learned of his passing but I know he is in the place we all hope to be someday. My deepest condolences during this time to his wife and children who bring so much joy to people.

Kasey Kiyabu

February 24, 2009

I will miss Rod. He was a gentle and patient man. He made me feel welcomed and loved from the moment I met him. He shared great stories and had an infectious smile. I enjoyed hearing about Switzerland and will cherish the Christmas Eve fondue tradition.

Kasey Kiyabu

February 24, 2009

I will miss Rod. He was a gentle and patient man. He made me feel welcomed and loved from the first time I met him. He shared great stories and had an infectious smile. I loved hearing about Switzerland and will cherish the Christmas Eve fondue tradition.

Jay and Sandy Krupp

February 24, 2009

We want to thank you for your friendship and the special love we have for your family. Rod was a giant in our eyes and a truly example of a true saint.

todd rathburn

February 24, 2009

brother davenport was a great man who i look up to so much. every sunday when i see him we talk about things and he told me to keep going meaning to finish school. i did so thank you

Rose Chapel

February 23, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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