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George Davenport Obituary
LEE -- George L. Davenport, 72, of Waldo, Maine, formerly of Lee, died after a long battle with cancer on May 1 at Waldo County General Hospital in Belfast, Maine.
Born in Pittsfield on July 22, 1932, son of George and Elizabeth Reich Davenport, he attended area schools. Before moving to Maine in October 2002, he lived in Lee for many years.
He served in the Marine Corps from 1951 to 1954, eight months of that time in Japan, and then joined the Coast Guard Reserve.
Mr. Davenport worked as a machinist at various shops, retiring from Pierce Machine Co. in Dalton in 1997.
He was a 50-year member of Globe Lodge of Masons in Hinsdale and served as master in 1961 and 1962. He also was a member of the National Rifle Association and American Legion Post 43 in Belfast.
Mr. Davenport enjoyed reading, painting, fishing and tying his own flies. Previously, he enjoyed hunting.
He and his wife, the former Sharon Pennell, were married April 21, 1990.
Besides his wife, he leaves two sons, George Davenport of Stoddard, N.H., and Charles Davenport of Hillsboro, N.H.; two daughters, Shannon Davenport and Elizabeth Davenport, both of Waldo, and two grandchildren.
FUNERAL NOTICE -- Services for George Davenport, who died May 1, 2005, will be Saturday, May 28, at 4 at St. George's Church in Lee, followed by a reception at 55 Sherwood Drive, Lenox. Mr. Davenport was very devoted to his wife and family. He enjoyed picnics, attending sports games and many other family-related functions. He was known for his easygoing nature and love of storytelling and jokes.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for George Davenport
Priscilla Linden-Demers
May 26, 2005
Although I only met George once, he was a delightful man and I am so sorry for your loss....
jimmie alexander
May 25, 2005
george was good frind and bro to me
well miss him
Jan & Scott Berard
May 24, 2005
We will greatly miss you George, All your words of wisdom and the joking around to make us laugh. Your smile will be always held in our hearts. Our strength and courage will always be there for Sharon, and my favorite girls. God Speed my friend.
Hella Hernandez
May 23, 2005
George was a good man.
A loving husband and father.
I am sorry he had to leave so soon and leave behind the family that meant the world to him.
My deepest condolences,
Hella
Elizabeth Davenport
May 23, 2005
Hey all this is liz davenport. George Davenports daughter. I just wanted to thank the people that supported my dad and us through his battle with cancer any way in science calss in getting ready to start so gotta go befor i get in trouble lol:)
Joe Pogany
May 23, 2005
George was a very kind and patient man, a blessing to have met. Not a man of many words, but the words he shared were always to the point. George was a fast learner and good with his hands. I will miss his wisdom, and his jokes, but most of all, George. Will see you again, when we meet again in heaven. Thanks for the time shared, Joe
Katie Seward-Costi
May 22, 2005
Dear Sharon~ I remember you and George and the girls from when you lived across the street from me on Bradley Street. I was so saddened to read the paper today and to learn that George had passed. I want you and the girls to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care. In sympathy~ Katie Seward-Costi
John and Lois Adams
May 22, 2005
George will always be in our memories as a kind and gentle man. The love he showed his wife and daughters was so apparent. He was a good friend and a brother to his veteran buddies. He will truley be missed by us all. God speed Georgeeeeee. I will miss you. A man is not gone untill he is forgotten. He will always be with us.
Bob & Andree Gagnon
May 22, 2005
George was a special friend...We met on the internet and after awhile was introduce to his family we soon became close friends....George we will miss you.
NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER SECOND MARINE DIVISION ASSOCIATION
May 22, 2005
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