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Alfred Davenport Obituary
May 6, 1921 - November 1, 2010
Honored Naval officer in WW II, Founder of Pactra Industries, USC Alumni, loyal Sig Ep brother, avid boat, golf and animal lover, the best Dad and friend anyone could have. Lived in Encino and was a charter member of WHCC, a member of the Travelers' Century Club and member of YPO. He leaves behind 3 daughters and 9 grandchildren.
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Michael Mann
November 15, 2010
Al was a mentor and an inspiration to many, many USC Sig Ep brothers. While he indeed exemplified the honorific, "Greatest Generation", he was understanding and incredibly supportive of those that followed; Beats", "Baby Boomers" through "GenX". Al gave many, many evening hours at the chapter house lending guidance to the undergrads, helping the chapter manage through a number of membership crises over the years. Al made many of us feel like "adopted sons", providing career coaching on demand, including responding to countless requests for initial job recommendations.
It is difficult and sad that many of us can only, at the time of his passing, impart our sense of appreciation and personal loss to his family.
Each of us can claim to be a bit better for having been associated with and influenced by Al Davenport.
My sincerest condolences to the Davenport Family, Michael Mann, USC '78.
Todd Grodnick
November 14, 2010
I will easily remember what a great Sig Ep brother he was as a student and more so as an alumni. A caring, sincere, dedicated person to his family, friends and others. His memory will be carried on at the fraternity.
My best, Todd Grodnick, 79'
Brandon Blaylock
November 14, 2010
Al was a great guy. He was someone I looked-up to and respected. I am sad to read his obituary.
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